Planetizen is the most trusted resource for AICP* prep and maintenance.

Looking for AICP* CM Credits?

Planetizen Courses offers AICP* CM credits for most courses. The available credits are listed on each course page.

Earn AICP* CM Credits

To maintain certification, AICP* members must earn a total of 32 certification maintenance (CM) credits (1 contact hour = 1 CM credit) within their two-year reporting period. Planetizen Courses provides an easy way for AICP* certified planners to earn CM credits.

Law and Ethics CM Credits

A minimum of 1.5 CM credits must include the topic of ethics, and another 1.5 credits must be on the topic of current planning law. Planetizen offers a number of courses that qualify for both law and ethics credits.

Looking for the
AICP* Exam Preparation Class?

Due to the unique format, depth of content, sample exams, and specific needs of those taking the AICP* exam, the AICP* Exam Preparation Class is available as a separate, stand-alone class from the Planetizen Store.

Planetizen offers a convenient, self-paced, online preparation class with over 12 hours of video to help you successfully prepare for the AICP* exam. This class provides step-by-step, interactive instruction that leads you through specific methodologies, lessons, exercises, and hundreds of sample questions.

* AICP is a registered trademark of the American Planning Association (APA) and the APA's Institute. Neither APA nor AICP are affiliated with Planetizen or this class.