Continuing Education for Architects & Design Professionals

Fulfill Your Professional Development Requirements

Elevate your expertise and fulfill your continuing education requirements with expert-led continuing education sessions from UNIQ Dimensions. We translate our real-world experience from over 2,500 projects into valuable learning opportunities for architects and design professionals.

Our sessions are designed to provide practical insights into the latest technologies shaping the industry, from advanced 3D laser scanning to the intricacies of the scan-to-BIM process. Learn from a team that uses cutting-edge laser technology and software daily to deliver precision and excellence.

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Who Are Our Continuing Education Sessions For?

Our learning sessions are tailored for members of the following professional associations seeking to meet their continuing education goals.

Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario (ARIDO)

Ontario Association of Architects (OAA)

Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC)

Association-Specific Program Information

We have structured our presentations to meet the specific requirements of your association, making it simple to claim your hours and gain valuable knowledge.

ARIDO-Eligible Professional Development

As an interior designer registered with ARIDO, you can count our sessions toward your mandatory Professional Development (PD) hours. ARIDO does not require pre-approval for providers, allowing members to self-report relevant educational activities directly in the ARIDO PD Dashboard.

ARIDO CE Requirements:

  • Total Hours: 12 Professional Development (PD) hours every 2 years.
  • Breakdown: A minimum of 4 Health & Safety (HS) hours and 8 General Education (GE) hours are required.
  • Credit: 1 hour of learning is equivalent to 1 PD credit.

OAA-Eligible Structured Learning

Our sessions are designed to meet the criteria for Structured Learning hours for members of the OAA. As per OAA guidelines, no formal pre-approval is required for providers. Architects can self-declare the hours after attending an eligible session, and we will provide a certificate of participation or attendance record for your convenience.

OAA CE Requirements:

  • Total Hours: 70 hours per 2-year cycle.
  • Breakdown: A minimum of 25 of these hours must be Structured Learning.
  • Credit: 1 hour of learning equals 1 Structured Learning credit.
  • Session Format: To be eligible, sessions must be at least one hour long and include a live Q&A, a format we adhere to for all our professional presentations.

AIBC Recognized Educational Provider

UNIQ Dimensions is a Recognized Educational Provider (REP) with the AIBC, ensuring our sessions are pre-approved for Learning Units (LUs) for registered architectural professionals in British Columbia. Our courses are architecturally relevant, feature clear learning objectives, and are presented by qualified experts.

AIBC CE Requirements:

  • Total LUs: 36 LUs are required during a two-year reporting period.
  • Breakdown: Within the total, a minimum of 16 LUs must be Core, and 2 must be on the topic of Indigenous Peoples Learning.
  • Credit: One LU represents one full hour of approved educational activity.

Why Learn with UNIQ Dimensions?

Our commitment to advanced technology and real-world expertise ensures you receive the highest quality professional development available.

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Investment in Technology

Service delivery is only as good as the technology used. Our sessions provide a firsthand look at the advanced LiDAR and laser scanning technology that is transforming modern design and construction.

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Commitment to Excellence

Just like our projects, we bring dedication to our educational programs. We work as a dedicated team to provide your professional development with the attention and commitment it deserves.

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A UNIQ Approach

We invest in our people and our customers to ensure a best-in-class experience. We extend this philosophy to our educational partners, offering a memorable and valuable learning experience that sets us apart.

Potential Learning Topics

Host a Lunch & Learn or virtual session for your team on a variety of relevant topics.

Architectural As-Builts

The process of documenting existing structures to create accurate as-built drawings for renovation, permitting, and verification.

3D Laser Scanning

An introduction to advanced LiDAR technology, which enables the rapid and cost-effective collection of high-accuracy point cloud data.

Scan-to-BIM Services

A deep dive into the workflow of converting detailed point cloud data into a comprehensive and editable Building Information Modelling (BIM) model.