This DIXONTECH course is designed to prepare professionals for the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) examination. It provides a comprehensive understanding of urban and regional planning principles, ethical frameworks, analytical tools, and policy-making processes. Participants will explore key domains of the AICP Body of Knowledge, including planning history, law, governance, community engagement, and sustainable development. The course blends practical case studies, scenario analysis, and mock exams to ensure readiness for certification and effective practice in professional planning.
Overview of AICP Certification and Planning Practice
Planning History, Theory, and Contemporary Trends
Planning Law, Ethics, and Professional Responsibility
Community and Stakeholder Engagement Strategies
Research Methods, Data Analysis, and GIS for Planners
Urban Design, Land Use, and Environmental Planning
Transportation, Housing, and Economic Development Planning
Regional, Metropolitan, and Comprehensive Planning
Sustainability, Resilience, and Climate Adaptation
AICP Exam Preparation and Mock Test
Understand AICP’s professional standards and exam framework
Apply planning theories and ethical principles effectively
Analyze land use, environmental, and transportation issues
Engage communities in participatory planning processes
Conduct spatial analysis using data and GIS tools
Formulate sustainable and resilient urban strategies
Confidently prepare for and pass the AICP certification exam
Urban and regional planners
Policy and environmental planners
Community development professionals
Transportation and infrastructure planners
City administrators and planning consultants
GIS and spatial analysis specialists
Professionals preparing for the AICP certification exam
This DIXONTECH program uses interactive lectures, scenario-based discussions, and analytical workshops. Participants engage in case study evaluations, mock exam sessions, and planning simulations to develop both theoretical understanding and practical application. The course integrates AICP Body of Knowledge alignment and provides strategies for effective exam preparation and professional advancement in planning practice.
Overview of AICP certification process and requirements
The role of professional planning in society
Key planning theories and historical evolution of urban planning
Planning values, ethics, and professional conduct (AICP Code of Ethics)
Understanding the AICP exam structure and topic areas
Overview of planning bodies and organizations (APA, AICP, UN-Habitat)
The planner’s role in shaping sustainable communities
Case study: historical planning movements and their modern relevance
Overview of U.S. planning law and constitutional principles
Zoning, subdivision regulations, and comprehensive plans
Environmental laws and land-use regulations
Public policy formulation and governance structures
Stakeholder analysis and public participation techniques
Tools for inclusive and equitable community engagement
Conflict resolution and negotiation in planning practice
Workshop: designing a community engagement strategy
Principles of urban form and design
Land use planning, zoning, and growth management
Environmental impact assessment (EIA) fundamentals
Open space, green infrastructure, and natural resource protection
Climate change adaptation and mitigation in planning
Sustainable urbanism and smart growth concepts
Workshop: developing a land-use and environmental plan
Case study: sustainable city models and design practices
Transportation systems planning and multi-modal integration
Housing policy, affordability, and urban equity
Economic development planning and investment strategies
Regional and metropolitan planning coordination
Infrastructure planning and smart mobility
Integrating sustainability into transport and housing planning
Workshop: preparing a regional transportation and housing plan
Case study: transit-oriented development and economic resilience
Review of AICP Body of Knowledge (BoK) domains and core areas
Exam format, question types, and key test-taking strategies
Practice test review and group discussion on sample questions
Ethical dilemmas and professional judgment exercises
Policy writing and analysis for real-world planning scenarios
Final exam readiness check and time management tips
Workshop: full-length mock exam with guided feedback
Action plan: advancing a career in professional planning
Group & Corporate Discounts: Available for companies enrolling multiple participants to help maximize ROI. Individual Discounts: Offered to self-sponsored participants who pay in full and upfront. Registration Process: Corporate nominations must go through the client’s HR or Training department. Self-nominations must be prepaid via the “payment by self” option. Confirmation: All registrations are subject to DIXONTECH’s approval and seat availability. Refunds: Provided in case of course cancellation or no seat availability. Tax Responsibility: Clients are responsible for any local taxes in their country.