1. Introducing the EPC

2. SNAPSHOT OF TODAY’S IDP Generally under the direct supervision of a licensed architect Approximately 3 years of internship training One unit = 8 hours 4 categories and 16 areas of training Intern must identify a mentor and supervisor to verify forms and guide the individual in his/her career decisions 700 units required

3. EMERGING PROFESSIONAL’S COMPANION GOALS Support the intern in the IDP process, particularly in gaining credit Develop practice competency through design excellence and innovation Increase support, involvement, and mentoring of firms, supervisors and mentors Allow for greater personalization of experience within a reliable structure Create a resource that is stimulating, affordable, flexible, available and easy to update

4. TARGET AUDIENCE & USERS Students Educators Interns ARE Candidates Young Architects Firm Principals IDP Coordinators AIA Components

5. The Web Site

6. EPC IN YOUR SCHOOL… Outside the Classroom Independent work by students Group work by student peer groups Inside the Classroom Material for classroom- style lectures Background reading Debates lead by discussion leaders

7. BENEFITS FOR THE STUDENT Expand your portfolio – a notable addition to your resume Get ahead in issues of practice Receive relevant and comprehensive preparation for the profession Develop skills and competencies that are valuable to a firm

8. BENEFITS FOR THE EDUCATOR Provide opportunities for practice education in the classroom Student familiarization with IDP Training Areas More well-rounded students who have shown that they are able to engage in projects at early stages of their career Case study and Case Method in every practice scenario