Practice Management ARE Course

Practice Management

Kevin Griendling takes you through a step by step process of every element of this test. Includes 160 lessons, 11 hours of video plus, study aids, quizzes and more.

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1. Breakout - Practice Regulation
1. Regulatory Agencies and Documents Intro.
2. Regulations - IBC
3. Regulations - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
4. Regulations - Federal Regulations
5. Regulations - Local Jurisdiction Regulations
6. Regulatory Agencies and Documents - Sample Question 1
7. Regulatory Agencies and Documents- Summary
8. Regulatory Agencies and Documents - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. The Regulated Practice Environment Introduction
2. Regulation of Practice
3. Boards & Professional Organizations
4. Standard of Care
5. Continuing Education
6. The Regulated Practice - Summary
7. The Regulated Practice Environment - Sample Question 1
8. The Regulated Practice Environment - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Creative Property Ownership - Intro.
2. Intellectual Property
3. Copyright
4. Patent
5. Trademark
6. Plagiarism
7. Instruments of Service
8. Creative Property Ownership - Summary
9. Creative Property Ownership - Sample Question 1
10. Creative Property Ownership - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. BREAKOUT - PRACTICE ORGANIZATIONAL CONCEPTS
1. Legal Structures Introduction
2. Firm Legal Structure - Sole Proprietor
3. Legal Structures - Corporation
4. Firm Legal Structure - Professional Corporation
5. Firm Legal Structure - Partnerships & LLPs
6. Firm Legal Structure - Limited Liability Corporation
7. Legal Structures Summary
8. Legal Structures Sample Question 1
9. Legal Structures - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Business Strategies Introduction
2. Business Models
3. Business Plan
4. Strategic Plan
5. Small Firm Collaboration
6. Multiple Office Firm Strategy and Management
7. Business Strategies Summary
8. Bussiness Strategies Sample Question - 1
9. Business Strategies - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Welcome to Practice Business Concepts
1. Firm Finances - Intro
2. Accounting: Key Terms
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3. Accounting: The Mattox Format
4. Balance Sheet
5. Chart of Accounts
6. Financial Plan: Annual Budget
7. Financial Plan: Profit Planning
8. Accrual-basis Accounting
9. Cash-basis Accounting
10. Performance Goals
11. Working Capital
12. Cash Flow
13. Profit-Loss Statement
14. UNIT SUMMARY - Firm Finances
15. Firm Finances - Sample Question 1
16. Firm Finances - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Human Resources Intro.
2. Labor Laws
3. Federal Employment Laws By Size
4. Fridge Benefits
5. Professional Development
6. Hiring Staff
7. Staff Evaluations
8. Human Resources Summary
9. Human Resources Sample Question 1
10. Human Resources - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Risk Management Intro
2. Risk Considerations
3. Professional Liability Insurance
4. Other Commercial Insurance
5. Quality Assurance
6. Quality Control
7. Risk Management Summary
8. Risk Management Sample Question 1
9. Risk Management - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Marketing Intro.
2. Architectural Proposals
3. Letter Form Proposals
4. Requests For Proposals
5. Requests For Qualifications
6. Architectural Fees
7. Evidence Based Design
8. Marketing Summary
9. Marketing Sample Question - 1
10. Marketing - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Practice Delivery Concepts
1. Project Delivery Methods Intro.
2. Design Bid Build
3. Design Build
4. Construction Manager-Agent
5. Construction Manager-Contractor (at risk)
6. Integrated Project Delivery
7. Project Delivery Methods Summary
8. Project Delivery Methods Sample Question -1
9. Project Delivery Methods - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Project Management Introduction
2. Scope of Services
3. Scope Creep
4. Document Packages
5. Project Manual
6. Bidding Documents
7. Contract Documents
8. Project Management Summary
9. Project Management - Sample Question
10. Project Management - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Firm Operations Introduction
2. Leadership
3. Staff Roles
4. Project Teams
5. Project Team Communications
6. Firm Resources
7. Disputes
8. Firm Operation Summary
9. Firm Operation - Sample Question 1
10. Firm Operations - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Project Execution Introduction
2. Work Planning
3. Pre-Design
4. Schematic Design
5. Entitlements
6. Design Development
7. Construction Documents
8. Bidding & Negotiation
9. Construction Administration
10. Project Execution Summary
11. Project Execution - Sample Question 1
12. Project Execution - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. Ethics
1. Introduction to NCARB Model Rules of Conduct
2. Guiding Principles
3. Rule 1 - Competence
4. Rule 2 - Conflict of Interest
5. Rule 3 - Full Disclosure
6. Rule 4 - Compliance with Laws
7. Rule 5 - Signing and Sealing Documents
8. Rule 6 - Further Obligations to the Profession and the Public
9. NCARB Model Rules of Conduct - Summary
10. NCARB Model Rules of Conduct - Sample Question 1
11. NCARB Model Rules of Conduct - Knowledge Checkpoint
1. AIA Code of Ethics - Introduction
2. AIA Code of Ethics - Canon I
3. AIA Code of Ethics - Canon II
4. AIA Code of Ethics - Canon III
5. AIA Code of Ethics - Canon IV
6. AIA Code of Ethics - Canon V
7. AIA Code of Ethics - Canon VI
8. AIA Code of Ethics - Summary
9. AIA Code of Ethics - Knowledge Checkpoint

About this course

$12.50 / month with 1 day free trial
160 lessons
11.5 hours of video content
Taught by Kevin Griendling, AIA

Instructor(s)

Kevin Griendling, AIA

With over 10 years of experience helping architects prepare for and pass the Architect Registration Exam (ARE), Kevin Griendling is dedicated to shaping the next generation of licensed professionals. His passion for guiding others stems from his own journey—recognizing the challenges of navigating a complex licensing process and the transformative impact of having a mentor who believes in your potential. Kevin has made it his mission to be that mentor for others, empowering aspiring architects to achieve their goals. As the founder of Intersect.Arts, Kevin has created a vibrant platform where art and science meet, fostering creativity and innovation across the architectural field. A licensed architect in three states with expertise spanning seven distinct practice areas, Kevin brings unparalleled knowledge and perspective to everything he does. His background as a professor of architecture at Mt. San Antonio College further amplifies his ability to educate, inspire, and connect with learners at all levels. Kevin believes in the power of generalists in the design process, advocating for cohesive collaboration from the earliest design phases to project completion. His dedication goes beyond creating exceptional designs for his clients; he is deeply committed to advancing the architectural profession itself. Through his acclaimed Prepare for the ARE series on Pluralsight and the development of the xQ for the ARE 5.0 practice testing app, Kevin provides practical, accessible tools that empower candidates to succeed. His ultimate goal? To demystify the licensure process, break down barriers, and equip every aspiring architect with the confidence and knowledge to thrive in their careers. In Kevin Griendling, you’ll find more than an architect—you’ll find a mentor, an innovator, and a passionate advocate for the future of the profession.

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