Recently, APA introduced the AICP Candidate Program. The Program allows you to start the path to AICP earlier. The criteria to become AICP are the same.

ABOUT THE AICP CANDIDATE PILOT PROGRAM

• Students and graduates of PAB accredited programs can:
• Enroll in the program at any time
• Register for the AICP Certification Exam starting in December or June after you graduate
• Use the payment program for exam fees
• Take the exam prior to earning professional planning experience

For more information, visit the AICP Candidate Program Page on the APA website. APA has also created the video below with detailed explaination.