Mississippi Landscape Architect License Requirements

Mississippi Landscape Architect License Requirements

How To Guide For Aspiring Landscape Architects

Mississippi landscape architects protect the public's health, safety, and welfare while designing beautiful spaces for people to enjoy. Get licensed to practice landscape architecture and join the green revolution.

Basic Licensing Requirements

Before you can apply for a landscape architect license, there's a few requirements you must satisfy.

• College Education
• Work Experience
• Pass The LARE

Education

Most landscape architect candidates graduate from college with a degree in landscape architecture. The minimum acceptable undergraduate degree is four years of coursework. Candidates with a masters degree can also apply for licensure.

Work Experience

While not explicitly stated in the Mississippi state requirements, you need to get work experience in the field of landscape architecture under the direct supervision of a licensed landscape architect to be eligible for the LARE through CLARB.

Pass All Parts of the LARE 

Before you can apply for a state license, you must pass all sections of the LARE that is administered by CLARB. Follow these steps to register for the exam.

1. Establish a Council Record with CLARB at their website at www.clarb.com. 
2. Complete the Council Record and let CLARB evaluate it to see if you are eligible to take the LARE exam. CLARB will send you a statement of eligibility when you are qualified to register for the LARE. 
3. Register for the LARE exam through CLARB's website at www.clarb.com.
4. Notify CLARB to forward you Council Record to the Mississippi state board after you have passing scores on all sections.

These are the prerequisites you must complete before you can apply for a landscape architect license in Mississippi.

Step-by-Step Guide To Mississippi Licensure

Follow these steps on the road to licensure:

1. Graduate from college with a degree in landscape architecture. 
2. Get a job working under the direct supervision of a licensed landscape architect.
3. Establish a CLARB Council Record at www.clarb.com.
4. Register to take the LARE with CLARB after they notify you that you are eligible.
5. Prepare for the LARE. Lots of candidates are surprised by how challenging the LARE exam is for them. It's important to prepare by studying the technical books recommended by CLARB, taking practice exams, or attending LARE workshops. Preparation is the key to success.
6. Take and pass all sections of the LARE.
7. Have CLARB transmit your Council Record to the Mississippi state board.
8. Send in an application to the Mississippi board. 
9. Wait for your license to arrive in the mail. Celebrate! 
10. Purchase a rubber stamp to deal drawings.
11. Maintain your license. Mississippi requires lots of continuing education in order to renew you license.

Final Thoughts 

Follow these steps on the road to getting a landscape architect license in Mississippi. There may be some days along the way that don't look too bright and sunny. Don't become discouraged, however. Many aspiring landscape architect candidates have stood where you are now and in the end achieved their professional goal of licensure. You can do it, too. 

For More Information

For more information on landscape architect policies and regulations in Mississippi, visit the state board website. 

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Disclaimer: The information posted here is for your convenience only and was believed to be up-to-date at the time of writing.  Please check with state licensure boards and CLARB for the latest information.  If you find something on this post is out-of-date or inaccurate, please send me a note. Thanks and good luck with your career in landscape architecture.