Who Should Join AREA?

AREA serves professionals dedicated to excellence in forensic economics and vocational rehabilitation.

Vocational Expert conducting assessment

Vocational Experts

Specialists in employability and earning capacity assessment

Economic Expert analyzing data

forensic Economists

Professionals calculating economic damages in litigation

Life Care Planning professionals

Life Care Planning Experts

Experts developing comprehensive care cost projections

 

Membership Benefits

Professional Network: Connect with leading experts in forensic economics and vocational rehabilitation
Prestigious Credentials: Earn CEA, EA, RFE, and FVE certifications recognized by courts nationwide
Continuing Education: Access conferences, webinars, and courses to maintain your expertise
Member Discounts: Save on conference registration, courses, and professional resources

 

Join AREA

AREA invites all qualified candidates to submit an application for membership and/or certification.

Apply Online - Submit your membership application directly through our online form.

 

Where Do I Begin?

  1. Read the Application Procedures.
  2. Complete and return the Membership Application, along with the requested documentation.
  3. Pay the appropriate fee for the Membership category for which you are applying.
  4. Call 919.863.9488 or email [email protected] with any questions you may have.

 

Membership Levels

Professional Members

Professional members have provided:

  • Copies of highest academic degree (minimum Master's degree or active CPA license)
  • Listing of related licenses and certifications
  • Updated Curriculum Vitae
  • Detailed information of at least 3 years professional service in forensic vocational and/or economic areas

 

Associate Members

Associate members have provided:

  • Copies of highest academic degree(s)
  • Related licenses/certifications
  • Curriculum vitae documenting professional experience

 

Fee Schedule

Membership Dues

Membership TypeFee
Professional (1 year) $200
Associate (1 year) $200

 

 

Payment Methods

By Check or Money Order:

Make payable to "AREA" and mail to:

3739 National Dr #202
Raleigh, NC 27612

By Credit Card:

AREA accepts credit card payments through PayRoc. This option will be available when filling out the application form.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Professional Members typically must meet education, training, or industry experience requirements established by AREA.
Yes, AREA may offer discounted membership or conference registration rates for eligible students.
Members can maintain active status by renewing annually and meeting any continuing education or participation requirements.

Important Note:

Membership status is subject to Annual Renewal, including a signed Statement of Adherence to Ethical Principles. The Statement pledges that the Member will accept appropriate consulting assignments, provide truthful statements, be impartial and maintain current knowledge of his/her field when making evaluations and offering testimony associated with forensic litigation.