Professional Development
QKA prioritizes a culture based on learning and working together to grow our individual and collective skills and expertise. To this end, we have implemented several internal support programs and also utilize and participate in leading industry organizations to ensure that we are always at the forefront of emerging best practices.
Licensing and Certification
We support multiple programs, including Architectural License, LEED AP, CDT and ALEP with:
Study/Support Groups
We have active study groups for the ARE and LEED AP exams to help you succeed as part of a team.
Materials and Resources
We provide access to a wide variety of study materials and resources for ARE exams, ALEP certification and many other professional development programs.
Reimbursement
QKA reimburses employees for costs associated with fees for professional exams, as well as tuition for professional development courses.
Conferences
QKA’ers attend and participate in many industry conferences to expand our knowledge, share our experience, make connections and get inspired. QKA supports conference attendance at every level of the organization.
Continuing Education
We offer a variety of internal programs to share knowledge with each other.
QKA Academy
Our intensive hands-on training program for building systems and construction.
Continuing Education
We offer a variety of internal programs to share knowledge with each other.
Lectures and Training
On topics from Building Information Modeling to sustainability to DEI.
Continuing Education
We offer a variety of internal programs to share knowledge with each other.
Mentorship Program
One-on-one connection and support for every employee.
Organization Memberships
We support membership in a variety of professional organizations, including dues reimbursement. QKA staff often serve on boards of these organizations, making valuable connections and strengthening their leadership skills.
Leadership Development Program
QKA has a structured program to train and grow our next generation of diverse leadership to guide the firm into the future.
