PacePDH.com is approved by the American Institute of Architects (AIA Provider # J607) to provide online continuing education courses to architects.
Since 2003 PacePDH.com has delivered over 1.3 million online continuing education hours to more than 50,000 AEC professionals nationwide. Our online interactive audio/visual courses feature narration, images and illustrations. Our PDF format is a non-timed, read-only course with online testing at the end.
Note to AIA Members: New AIA rules do not allow its members to retake the same course at any time.
Massachusetts Board of Registration of Architects Continuing Education Requirements
Architects registered in Massachusetts must earn a minimum of 12 credits annually, 8 of which must be in Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) topics. One hour equals one credit. Credits must be earned within the 12-month license renewal cycle; Sept. 1 through Aug. 31.This continuing education requirement has been in place since the 2003-2004 license years.
Note: Any course or program approved by the AIA, CSI or NCARB is automatically accepted by the Board. All of the courses listed below have been approved by the AIA for HSW credit.
View the Massachusetts Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
Reporting, Record Keeping and Auditing
The License renewal form will have a check-off required which certifies that the renewing architect has met the CE requirements. A random audit will be performed after the renewals are received. Those selected for audit will be required to submit written documentation of their CE activities. AIA transcripts showing qualified continuing education activities will be acceptable documentation.
Volume Discount
Purchase 10 or more hours and receive 40% off. Use Code "MAAR40".
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Non-timed, read-only PDF document with online testing at the end.
Audio-visual course for computers, tablets and smartphones.
Generational Design
| Course | Sample | Credit Hours | Price | |
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| Ageless by Design (GEN) (HSW)
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2.00 | $38.00 |  |
| Ageless Living by Design (HSW)
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2.00 | $38.00 | |
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| Aging in Place - Eliminating Traps (HSW)
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4.00 | $76.00 | |
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| Biophilic Design and Senior Well Being for Architect and Design Professionals (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Demographic Trends and Changes in the Aging Population Essential for Architects, Designers and Contractors to Identify (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| The Senior Wellness Revolution (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Where is Home - The Aging Population and Where They Live (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
Building Systems
| Course | Sample | Credit Hours | Price | |
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| Danger in the Damp - Dealing with Mold (HSW)
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2.00 | $38.00 | |
| Danger in the Damp - Dealing with Mold (HSW-PDF)
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4.00 | $76.00 | |
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| Drier by Design - Designing to Keep Water Out (HSW)
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2.00 | $38.00 | |
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| Getting Decked - And Choosing How That Happens (HSW)
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3.00 | $57.00 | |
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| Home Builder’s Guide to Coastal Construction (GEN) (HSW)
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4.00 | $76.00 | |
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| Lean on Me - Choosing Railings Carefully (HSW)
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3.00 | $57.00 | |
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| Preventing Mold in New Construction (GEN) (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Preventing Mold in New Construction (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Reducing Energy Costs Through Fenestration Optimization (GEN) (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Sound Matters - How to Achieve Acoustic Comfort in the Contemporary Office (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Starting from the Bottom (HSW)
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3.00 | $57.00 | |
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| Wind Mitigation Methodology - Retrofits for Existing Homes - 1 hr (WMM/GEN) (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Wind Mitigation Methodology - Retrofits for Existing Homes - 2 hour (WMM/HMM/GEN) (HSW)
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2.00 | $38.00 | |
Construction Contract Administration
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Environmental
| Course | Sample | Credit Hours | Price | |
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| Building for Energy Efficiency (BSP/T/GEN) (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Cool Roofs for Warm Climates (GEN) (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Cool Roofs for Warm Climates PDF (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Energy Efficient Roofs (GEN) (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Energy Efficient Ventilation Techniques (GEN) (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Environmentally Safe Paints and Painting Techniques (GEN) (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Environmentally Safe Paints and Painting Techniques (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Raising the Roof (GEN) (HSW)
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2.00 | $38.00 | |
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| Strategies to Achieve Net-Zero Energy Homes PDF (HSW)
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2.00 | $38.00 | |
Legal
| Course | Sample | Credit Hours | Price | |
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| ADA Paths - Part 1 - No One Left Behind (HSW)
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2.00 | $19.00 | |
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| ADA Paths - Part 2 - Practical Design Requirements (HSW)
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2.00 | $19.00 | |
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| ADA Paths - Part 3 - Communication and Recreation (HSW)
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2.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Fair Housing: A Study of Kitchens and Bathrooms (GEN) (AOA) (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Fair Housing: An In Depth Study of Accessible Routes (GEN) (AOA) (HSW)
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Fair Housing: An In Depth Study of Accessible Routes (GEN) (AOA) (HSW) - PDF
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1.00 | $19.00 | |
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| Fair Housing: An Overview of the Fair Housing Act (GEN) (AOA) (HSW)
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2.00 | $38.00 | |
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| Professional Ethics for Architects
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2.00 | $38.00 | |
Occupant Comfort
| Course | Sample | Credit Hours | Price | |
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| Indoor Environmental Quality (GEN) (HSW)
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3.00 | $57.00 | |
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| Sound Advice for Acoustics PDF (HSW)
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4.00 | $76.00 | |