The following learning activities are eligible for Self-Directed learning credit under the OAA's Continuing Education program:
Attendance at meetings as a member of an organized group the mandate/activities of which relate to the conduct of business or the practice of architecture. May Include: OAA Task Force/Group, Professional Organization, Community Committee, OAA Society Meetings, OAAAS Sub-committees. Does not include Service Clubs
An organized and structured event attended by an individual dealing with a specific topic related to architecture.
An organized and structured session dealing with a specific matter or topic related to business or architecture.
May include: Workshop, Lecture, Seminar, Session, College or University Course - including distance learning, ‘partnering sessions’ and ‘risk management sessions’
An organized group of individuals who have gathered to discuss a specific topic, matter or issue which is intended to support or advance the practice of architecture by the participants.
May include: Lunch and Learn, Focus Group, Guest Speakers, Facilitated Discussion
Syllabus Program Mentoring, IAP program mentoring, ITP mentoring
A Committee which is appointed by OAA Council by virtue of the Architects Act, Regulation, By-law, Council Policy or Council Resolution and which has an ongoing and sustained mandate established by Council.
Includes: Discipline Committee, Experience Requirements Committee, Complaints Committee, Practice Committee, Perspectives Editorial Committee, OAAAS Board, other OAA Committees and Task Groups
Elected as a member OAA Council.
Research that is conducted by the individual for the purpose of expanding the individual’s own knowledge of a specific matter related to business or architecture and which is expected to support or advance the practice of architecture by that individual.
Preparation and formal delivery of information, instruction and/or training which represents a learning opportunity for the audience and is related to business or architecture.
An organized and guided tour which will support or advance the practice of architecture by participants.
A body of writing that has been prepared by the individual which is connected to the practice of architecture and which is shared with others through publication for the purpose of educating or informing others.
Reading of books, periodicals and/or journals related to business or architecture.
Research that is conducted by the individual for the purpose of advancing information and knowledge generally of a specific matter related to business or architecture and which will be used to educate or inform others, for example, through publication.
