The American Institute of Certified Planners is now the organization's professional branch.

[7] APA members in the United States are required to belong to a local chapter.

Many APA Chapters meet regularly, and most are a source for local conferences and education, networking.

Each of 47 local chapters publishes a newsletter and maintains a presence on the web and on social media.

They also produce newsletters and special publications, develop conference sessions, collaborate with related organizations, and contribute to policy work.