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Associate Assessment (AssocRICS) (AssocRICS) Exam Blueprint

AssocRICS

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Exam Domains

1 Mandatory Competencies: Ethics, Rules of Conduct and Professionalism; Client Care; Communication and Negotiation Weight not published
2 Technical Competencies: 2 core + 2 optional competencies relevant to chosen pathway (e.g., Valuation, Residential Agency, Facilities Management) Weight not published
3 Structured Interview: 1-hour discussion with RICS assessors on competency examples and professional ethics Weight not published
4 Experience Record: Minimum 400 days documented relevant experience across required competencies Weight not published

Exam Details

Online ProctoringNot available
ID RequirementsRICS Candidate number + valid photo ID; structured interview conducted in person or via video call before RICS-appointed assessors
RenewalNot required -- MRICS and AssocRICS membership requires 20 hours CPD/year (10 formal, 10 informal) and annual subscription renewal; no formal re-examination
PrerequisitesTypically 6-12 months relevant work experience in property/construction; no specific degree required; structured experience record (recommended)
Retake PolicyCandidates who fail may be referred (partial pass) or failed; referred candidates may proceed to re-assessment within 6-12 months on the referred competencies only; maximum 4 attempts in total
LanguagesEnglish

Official Study Resources

guidanceRICS APC Candidate Guides (Pathway-Specific) (free)
study materialRICS Books and Guidance Notes (free)
trainingRICS APC Training Seminars and Webinars
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