The association also works to educate employers and the public about the value of the profession and the advantages of an administrative career. IAAP and its local chapters host a variety of seminars, workshops and conferences featuring top speakers. IAAP's largest training event is its International Convention and Education Forum, held each summer. The IAAP World Headquarters office offers member discounts on more than 400 books, videotapes and other resources on all aspects of office administration. Members of the 700-plus IAAP chapters and international affiliates build professional networks by attending chapter meetings and serving in chapter leadership positions.
Members also can serve as division, district and international officers.
IAAP's highly respected and award-winning publication for administrative professionals contains a wealth of information on office management and professional development strategies. OfficePRO is distributed to a total circulation of over 45,000. More than 56,000 office professionals have achieved the CPS rating since the program's inception in 1951. Professional Secretaries Week. IAAP first organized and is the sole sponsor of Professional Secretaries Week, conducted annually since 1952.