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    Complete AICP Exam Prep: 6-Month Study Guide

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    Comprehensive breakdown of all nine AICP exam topic areas with strategic study tips, covering 30% Areas of Practice, legal cases, planning theory, and practical applications to master the 170-question exam.

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    The AICP exam isn't just about memorizing facts; it tests your ability to think critically and apply planning principles in real-world scenarios. It's about seeing the big picture while managing complex details to serve communities effectively.

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    I am taking the AICP exam in 6 months. I’d like a podcast that covers everything I need to know. Can you break it out into different topics

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    VERY UNofficial: An AICP Study Guide Podcast
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    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/very-unofficial-an-aicp-study-guide-podcast/id1523887281
    The VERY UNofficial AICP Study Guide Podcast: AICP Prep
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    https://www.veryunofficialaicppodcast.com/
    AICP Certification Guide
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    https://planning-org-uploaded-media.s3.amazonaws.com/document/53e65418-4521-4764-95ff-aa57ef95fa13AICP-Certification-Guide-December-2021.pdf
    AICP Certification Exam Content Outline
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    https://www.planning.org/certification/examprep/subjectmatter/
    Part 3: Exam Topics Outline
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    https://florida.planning.org/professional-growth/aicp-exam-preparation/aicp-exam-study-links/part-3/
    III. Areas of Practice [30%]
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    https://florida.planning.org/professional-growth/aicp-exam-preparation/aicp-exam-study-links/part-3/areas-of-practice/

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    Opening & Welcome

    0:00

    Lena: Hey everyone, welcome to your personalized podcast from BeFreed! I'm Lena, and I'm absolutely thrilled to dive into this comprehensive AICP exam prep journey with you today.

    0:11

    Eli: And I'm Eli! You know what's exciting? You've got six months to prepare, which is perfect timing to really master all the key areas. We're going to break down everything you need to know across the major topic areas-from fundamental planning knowledge to areas of practice. This is going to be incredibly comprehensive!

    0:29

    Lena: Exactly! And we're drawing from some fantastic resources today, including the VERY UNofficial AICP Study Guide Podcast and the official AICP Certification Guide. These materials are gold mines for exam preparation.

    2

    Topic Introduction & Source Material Setup

    3

    Core Knowledge Foundation

    4

    Plan Making & Implementation Strategies

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    Areas of Practice Deep Dive

    6

    Practical Applications & Listener Takeaways

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    Wrap-up & Closing Reflection

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