ARAP Framework
Ascendancy Pathway with Structured Progression
Pathway Overview
The ARAP (Architecture Research Ascendancy Pathway) provides a structured progression framework with four distinct stages, curriculum integration hooks, and a comprehensive certification ladder.
4-Stage Progression
Structured pathway from initiation to professional integration
Certification Ladder
Progressive certification system with clear milestones
ARISE
Architectural Research Initiation & Skill Enhancement
Foundation building and skill development phase
AERO
Architectural Exploration & Research Optimization
Research exploration and methodology refinement
AURA
Architectural Understanding & Research Application
Advanced application and specialized development
ARCAP
Architectural Capstone & Professional Integration
Capstone project and professional integration
Certification Ladder
Foundation Certificate
Complete ARISE stage
Research Associate
Complete AERO stage
Research Specialist
Complete AURA stage
Architecture Research Fellow
Complete ARCAP stage