Administrative professionals seeking to develop and advance their careers can find help through membership in the International Association of Administrative Professionals. IAAP is the world’s leading association for administrative assistants, secretaries, office managers and other administrative support staff, with 40,000 members and affiliates worldwide.

IAAP members have access to the latest information on skills, trends and best practices in the administrative field, helping them do their jobs better and grow as professionals. The IAAP is committed to assisting members develop as valued professionals. Members develop personal leadership skills by becoming involved in IAAP chapters and regional divisions.

Benefits of IAAP membership include:
           Personal and Professional Development Resources. IAAP offers a variety of books and other resources on all facets of office administration. IAAP's Complete Office Handbook is considered to be the definitive reference guide for today’s electronic office.
           OfficePRO^® Magazine. Published eight-times per year, each issue of IAAP’s award-winning magazine gives readers a wealth of tips and advice on office administration and career development.
           Local and International Networking. From local chapter meetings to online information sharing with administrative professionals around the world, IAAP members connect to exchange ideas and gain support. IAAP members can be found in most large corporations, small businesses, government agencies, schools and many other types of organizations.
          Professional Certification. IAAP enables administrative professionals to demonstrate their advanced knowledge and proficiency through two certifications, the Certified Administrative Professional  and Certified Professional Secretary ratings. Over 70,000 individuals have attained certification from IAAP.
          Research. IAAP monitors current trends and practices in the administrative
          Administrative Professionals Week. IAAP is the sole official sponsor of Administrative Professionals Week, conducted annually since 1952. IAAP and its chapters join in this observance recognizing the important contributions of administrative professionals worldwide.

IAAP was founded in 1942 and the association’s headquarters is located in Kansas City, Missouri. For further information on IAAP professional development programs and member services, call (816) 891-6600 or e-mail service@iaap-hq.org or visit IAAP’s Web site, www.iaap-hq.org.

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