Education Programs

AIA Seattle offers over 50 continuing education opportunities annually.

Explore AIA Seattle’s major in-person, virtual, and series learning opportunities. Additionally, AIA Seattle offers on-demand education programs and member committees present programs and host events on a variety of topics throughout the year. Don’t miss annual celebratory events, Parti and the Honor Awards for Washington Architecture. Explore additional opportunities on our calendar.

AIA Seattle is proud to continue to deliver critical education that aligns with our Mission, Vision & Imperatives and to extend discounts to our valued members and provide reduced rate / scholarship opportunities. Our pricing is calculated by cost per credit hour determined by member status + flat fee hard costs associated with the production of programming and CPI increases each year.

Visit our membership pages to learn more about the benefits of joining AIA Seattle.

Visit our sponsorship page to learn more about sponsorship opportunities and explore benefits via the 2026 Prospectus.

2026 Major Education Programs

Building Code Series | 2-4 LU/HSW anticipated per session | Quarterly, Online/In-Person*
Developed by the Code Committee, this four-part series focuses on essential building code topics such as the latest developments in local code updates, existing building requirements, accessibility, and the intricacies of compliance issues. *Up to two sessions in person.

New! “Timely Topics” Short Programming Series | 2-4 LU/HSW anticipated per session | Throughout 2026, In-Person
This lively new education series explores the hottest topics shaping the AEC industry today. Each session offers bite-sized learning through engaging talks, case studies, and hands-on activities, followed by networking happy hours to foster connection.

AHC Conference(s) | 6-8 LU/HSW anticipated per program | Spring and/or Fall, In-Person
The Architecture for Health Committee (AHC) connects and educates healthcare design professionals through their annual conference/s in Seattle and/or Portland which explore how innovative design strengthens healthcare systems.

Housing Design Forum | 8 LU/HSW anticipated | Late Spring, In-Person
This annual full-day forum explores the latest design trends, case studies, policy changes, and practice innovations informing housing design and the development of plentiful, quality, diverse, and sustainable housing options in Seattle and beyond.

Business of Architecture Program | LU/HSW to be determined | Summer/Fall, In-Person
This professional education program builds business and leadership skills for
architecture professionals across all firm sizes. Participants engage in cross-disciplinary learning and timely discussions on equitable practice, sustainable business, and firm culture.

All programs subject to change. Stay tuned for more info 6-8 weeks in advance!

The Archives

2025 WAsafe Building Safety Evaluator Training
2025 Building Code Series: Code Download
2025 Climate Summit: Fostering our Ecosystems: Co-existence & Climate Resiliency
- Adapted sessions are now available on-demand through aecKnowledge (for up to 5.25 LU HSW)!
2025 AHC Spring Conference + AHC Fall Conference
2025 Housing Design Forum: Transformative Housing: From Policy to Practice
- Adapted sessions are now available on-demand through aecKnowledge (for up to 6.5 LU HSW)!
2025 Business of Architecture Program: Building a Mission-Driven Business: Intensive Workshop

2024 Climate Summit: Future Forward: Accelerating Change Together
- Adapted sessions are now available on-demand through aecKnowledge (for up to 8 LU HSW)!
2024 Housing Design Forum: Housing: A Stage for Life
- Adapted sessions are now available on-demand through aecKnowledge (for up to 8 LU HSW)!
2024 Code Series: Code Mode
2024 AHC Spring Conference & AHC Fall Conference
2024 Safety Assessment Program: WAsafe Building Safety Evaluator Training

Download our 2024 Program Calendar

2023 Climate Summit: Decarbonization for Health Equity and Community Resilience
- Adapted sessions are now available on-demand through aecKnowledge (for up to 8 LU HSW)!
2022 Housing Design Forum: Housing Now! Design / Access / Delivery
- Adapted sessions are now available on-demand through aecKnowledge (for up to 8 LU HSW)!
2023 EDI Series: Culture Change in Practice: A Leadership Cohort
2023 Code Series: Code Reload
2023 AHC Spring Conference & AHC Fall Conference
2023 Post-Disaster Safety Assessment Training Program

2022 Climate Summit: Practicing Equity and Advocacy in Rapid Decarbonization
- Adapted sessions are now available on-demand through aecKnowledge (for up to 7.5 LU HSW)!
2022 Housing Design Forum: Precedents & Possibilities Transforming Residential Practice
- Adapted sessions are now available on-demand through aecKnowledge (for up to 7.25 LU HSW)!
2022 EDI Series: Culture Change in Practice: A Leadership Cohort
2022 Small Firm Series
2022 Code Series: Road to Code
2022 AHC Spring Conference & AHC Fall Conference
2022 Post-Disaster Safety Assessment Training Program

Download our 2022 Program Calendar

2021 Climate Summit: Just Transition: Upstream and Downstream Impacts of Decarbonization
- Adapted sessions are now available on-demand through aecKnowledge (for up to 7 LU HSW):
2021 Housing Innovation in the 15-Minute City
2021 Code Series: Decoded

2020 Medical Design Forum: Caring for People Caring for the Planet
2020 Project Management Series: Getting It Done: The Art of Project Management
2020 Climate Summit: Action Now: Accelerating Pathways to Decarbonization
- You can view and share all the recorded webinars below:
2020 Housing Design Week: Finding Balance Across the Spectrum of Residential Design
2020 Code Series: Cracking Code
2020 Community Engagement Forum: Establishing Meaningful Relationships with Communities You Serve

Download our 2020 Program Calendar

More Information

Learn more about Continuing Education requirements for licensed architects, and check out AIA Seattle’s live continuing education programs and member committee led events throughout the year.