For students who complete our two-year program of courses and seminars, the Classic Planning Academy provides an extended CPA Accreditation Program. This will be a highly ambitious program undertaken at the candidate’s own pace. Based on study, travel on-site work, professional experience, and a thesis, students will be able to earn a graduate-level accreditation issued by the Classic Planning Academy with the right to use the relevant post-nominals. To acquire the accreditation, the candidate completes:

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• A one-year building arts practicum with hands-on experience in 40 different trades;

• One year of Academy-guided, self-funded or philanthropically funded world travel; and

• A two-year apprenticeship in an architectural or planning studio or office.

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The CPA Accreditation Program is the most holistic and comprehensive course of its type . Candidates will be able to specialize in traditional architectural consulting, classic planning, the building arts, or urban neuroscience. Certain university-level prerequisites in science, the arts and technical studies are required for accreditation. The CPA Accreditation Program is expected to commence in 2026-2027, but Certificate Program Courses and Seminars may ultimately qualify for academic credit. Contact us to find out more.