Free APA Events Offering CM Credit

The American Planning Association provides several opportunities for AICP members to obtain Certification Maintenance (CM) credits for free through distance education products.

These opportunities, links to more information, and CM credits available are listed below. APA will add free distance education opportunities as they come online, so please check this page frequently for the most current information.

Tuesdays at APA: Lectures and Podcasts

Each month in Chicago, APA hosts a free after-work lecture and discussion in which practicing planners and researchers discuss innovative ideas and concepts or present their latest projects. These programs offer Certification Maintenance (CM) credit for attendees. They are also recorded and offered for CM credit through distance education. AICP members listen to the audio recording and follow along with a provided PowerPoint.

CM | 1.0 per live lecture or recording

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Planning for Healthy Places with Health Impact Assessments

Through examples and activities, this "how-to" guide explains the value of Health Impact Assessments and outlines the steps involved in conducting one. The course was developed by the American Planning Association and the National Association of County & City Health Officials, and is available free through a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through June 2010.

CM | 6.0

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Symposium:
1909–2109: Sustaining the Lasting Value of American Planning

This symposium brought together federal officials, planners, academics, and grassroots advocates to focus on the achievements of America's first 100 years of planning. Certification Maintenance (CM) credits may be earned by viewing all four parts of the symposium video.

CM | 4.0

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2008 AICP Symposium:
Making a Difference with Green Community Strategies

This 2008 AICP Symposium is available as a free podcast until September 30, 2009. Certification Maintenance (CM) credits can be earned by downloading or streaming the audio and following along with the presentations.

CM | 2.5

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Economic Development Today Broadcasts

In partnership with APA, the Economic Development Administration is producing a series of broadcasts called Economic Development Today. Certification Maintenance (CM) credits can be earned by viewing the broadcasts and reading supplemental materials.

CM | 2.0

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How to Claim and Record CM Credits

Please visit the Certification Maintenance section to claim your credits.  You may use the following steps.

• Login using your APA ID# and password
• Select My CM log
• Select Add Credits
• Under Browse, click on the option Distance Education and use the search box to locate the activity you are seeking by typing in the title of the activity
• To select, click on the name of the activity and a pop up box will appear
• Please rate, add a comment (optional), and click on the Ethics statement and answer, before hitting SUBMIT

For assistance with your log, please send all inquiries to AICPCM@planning.org.