Accreditation

On behalf of the PRSA/Southwest District, welcome to our Accreditation page! Perhaps you’ve mulled over APR, giving it thoughtful consideration over the last couple of years, but just haven’t quite made up your mind. We know you’re “APR Ready to Roll” and we’re here to help!

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your chapter’s accreditation chair or contact us. We look forward to helping you in your professional development and achieving your APR!

Need Incentive to Achieve Your APR?
Apply for the PRSA Southwest District APR Stipend

Newly-accredited members who are a part of a chapter within the Southwest District can apply using the stipend application below.

Did you know Southwest District/PRSA offers an APR stipend program for members who earn the APR?
The stipends are given to the first candidates who pass the exam, meet the requirements and apply for the stipend each year. The process is quick and easy, and a great way to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of our newest APRs.

Click here to download the form for the APR stipend.

Once completed, send the form and a headshot to Brandi Hinkle, APR, PRSA Southwest District Administrator at BrandiHinkle.apr@gmail.com.

To learn more about the APR process visit https://accreditation.prsa.org/.