Alabama Appraiser Continuing Education Requirements
Alabama real estate appraisers must complete specific continuing education courses to keep their licenses active. Whether you’re just starting out or an experienced professional, McKissock offers the appraisal CE courses you need to renew your license, keep up with industry changes, expand your skillset, and build a thriving career.
Alabama Appraisal License Renewal
How to Renew Your Alabama Appraisal License
Here’s an overview of the steps to renew your Alabama appraisal license. The following information is based on the minimum requirements set forth by the Alabama Real Estate Appraisers Board.
Step 1: Know Your Renewal Deadlines
In Alabama, you must renew your appraisal license annually by September 30. However, continuing education is due every 2 years on the odd-numbered year. The license renewal period is from August 1 to September 30.
Step 2: Complete CE Requirements
Alabama real estate appraisers must complete 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
You may renew your Alabama appraisal license either online or by mail. You will need to pay a renewal fee annually. During odd-numbered years when continuing education is due, you will need to provide proof of CE course completion.
Your renewal application should be submitted online via the Alabama Real Estate Appraisers Board’s online licensing portal or postmarked (if renewing by mail) by September 30 to keep your license active and prevent late fees.
Important: Verify all CE requirements with the Alabama Real Estate Appraisers Board. If you hold appraisal licenses in multiple states, be sure to check each state’s requirements.
Alabama License Renewal (28 hours) – State CE Requirements
Online Info
Licenses are renewed annually on 9/30, but CE is due every two years on the odd year.
Alabama Appraisers are required to take 28 continuing education hours every 24 months including a mandatory 7-hour USPAP 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.
Online Limitations
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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.