The American Citizen Planner – Indiana Program is offered twice per year, in two sessions. Each session consists of ACP-IN 101, 201, the comprehensive exam, and two webinars. Course fees are required to complete registration. The program’s goal is to train participants in core competencies of service as a public planning official. Participants will build knowledge of theories, tools and legal aspects related to planning and working with the public and, thus equipped, help shape plans that guide the future of their communities.

• Earn Master Citizen Planner Certificate
• Understand the role and duties of the plan commissioner
• Learn about current and emerging issues in planning from experts

To learn more about Purdue Extension’s American Citizen Planner – Indiana program and for questions about registering, contact Daniel Walker (walke422@purdue.edu) (765)-496-3245 – Community Planning Extension Specialist, Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant

This program is designed for citizen planners currently serving, or preparing to serve, on area or advisory plan commissions in Indiana.

• Current or future members of area/advisory plan commissions or zoning appeal boards
• Interested residents
• Elected officials
• Municipal, county or applicable nonprofit staff

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Check back soon for the next session of courses. More information can be found on the registration page.

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