Montana Appraiser Continuing Education Requirements
Real estate appraisers in Montana must complete designated continuing education (CE) courses to keep their licenses active. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned professional, McKissock offers the appraisal CE courses you need to meet state requirements, keep up with industry changes, and grow your career.
Montana Appraisal License Renewal
How to Renew Your Montana Appraisal License
The basic steps to renew your Montana appraisal license are outlined below. The following information is based on the minimum requirements set forth by the Montana Board of Real Estate Appraisers.
Step 1: Know Your Renewal Deadlines
In the state of Montana, appraisers must renew their licenses annually on March 31. Continuing education is due every other renewal cycle or every 2 years.
Step 2: Complete CE Requirements
Montana real estate appraisers are required to take 28 hours of state-approved continuing education every 2 years, including:
- 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course
- Valuation Bias & Fair Housing CE Course
- State-approved CE course electives
Step 3: Apply for Renewal
Apply for license renewal using the Montana Department of Labor and Industry’s online licensing portal. Proof of CE course completion may be required. Fees may apply.
Important: Verify all CE requirements with the Montana Board of Real Estate Appraisers. If you hold appraisal licenses in multiple states, please make sure to check each state’s requirements.
Montana License Renewal (28 hours) – State CE Requirements
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Montana Appraisers are required to obtain 28 hours of continuing education every 2 years including 7 hours of the National USPAP Update course.
Effective 1/1/2026
To comply with the 2026 Criteria appraisers will be required to complete a course that meets the content requirements of the Valuation Bias & Fair Housing Laws and Regulations Outline, every two calendar years.
- The first time an appraiser completes the continuing education requirement for this course, the course length must be seven (7) hours. If an appraiser successfully completed a seven (7) hour (plus 1 hour exam) course as part of their qualifying education, they have met this requirement.
Every two calendar years thereafter, the course length must be at least four (4) hours.
Effective October 15, 2016 the Montana Board of Real Estate Appraisers accepts the National USPAP Update course or its AQB-approved equivalent online.
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Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It’s ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure that he or she is meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.