APR Prep Course (April 7-May 12)

 

April 07, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Siarza Digital, Public Relations and Advertising Agency
6100 Seagull St NE Suite B201
Albuquerque, NM 87109
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The Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) distinguishes you and is a true measure of excellence in progressive public relations practices. Power up your professional life and write the next chapter in your career!

Led by Jennifer Kemp, APR, this local APR Prep Course is designed to:

  • Guide you through the APR application process
  • Help prepare you for the APR panel presentation
  • Review content that is covered in the APR exam
  • Help you be successful as you pursue the APR credential

In-person attendance is preferred, but there will be a virtual option if needed. Learn more about the course instructor at www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-kemp-apr/ 

While you are not required to be a PRSA member to enroll in the course or to apply for the APR, membership reduces the cost by half.  Also, consider submitting your APR application prior to July 1 before costs increase from $385 to $495. 

What to expect

The two-hour courses will be held over six weeks on Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m., beginning April 7 at the offices of Siarza (near San Mateo and Academy). 

Week

Topic/KSAs Covered

Homework/Deadlines

Week 1 
April 7

Introductions & Orientation:

Information about the APR process (Readiness Review panel and the Computer Based Examination), Discussion of the KSAs, Q&A session.

Register with PRSA to be eligible for the Readiness Review Panel in June.

Week 2
April 14

The 4-Step Process (Research, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation)

 Start writing a draft of your Readiness Review answers.

Week 3
April 21

The 4-Step Process (Research, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation)

Deadline to Register with PRSA to be eligible for the Readiness Review Panel in June.

Week 4
April 28

Ethics and Law, Business Literacy

Bring a draft of your Readiness Review for feedback from your peers

 

Week 5
May 5

Management Skills & Issues, Crisis Communication Management

Deadline: Readiness Review Packet must be submitted to sit for the Readiness Review Panel in June.

Week 6
May 12

Putting it all together: Your Readiness Review Panel and Next Steps

Schedule your Readiness Review Panel by end of the week.

Get full details about the APR process at https://accreditation.prsa.org/MyAPR/Content/Apply/APR/APR.aspx

For questions, reach out to Jennifer at 505-250-5020 or [email protected]

Tickets

$100.00 Member Registration

$200.00 Non-member Registration