California Appraisal Continuing Education & License Renewal
Whether you're just getting started or are a seasoned appraiser, McKissock has you covered with high-quality California appraisal continuing education and California license renewal courses, industry expertise and convenience. Our convenient online appraisal classes are written by top-quality instructors to reflect the most recent appraisal practices in California. Trust McKissock as thousands of appraisers in Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland and across California choose us for their California appraisal continuing education.


California Appraisal Licensing Education Packages
Save up to 20% on California Appraisal Continuing Education & License Renewal packages created just for you. Select packages based on the hours you need and the topics that interest you.
Payment plans starting at $399/year
WHY IT’S FOR YOU
- You are single or multi-licensed; one price gets you all your education for two years (including USPAP).
- You can use a searchable digital library of professional resources anytime you have a question.
- You want access to a support network of other appraisers and instructors.
- Choose how you learn: online courses, Pro-Series webinars, or our NEW Livestream classes.
- Maximize your learning with one set price; includes access to additional courses beyond state requirements.
MEMBERSHIP PRIVILEGES
- Two-years of UNLIMITED access to 49+ hours of mandatory and elective courses you can take any time for California renewal and/or your professional career development
- USPAP update course and PDF book: $224.99 value
- Free access to monthly Pro-Series webinars: $1,152 value
- Become a Certified Luxury and/or Green Home Appraiser (application, courses, exam, & certificate)$1,225 value
- Exclusive access to a resource library of professional development tools within your dashboard
- A members-only community of appraisers and instructors from around the country
- Exclusive member discounts from select industry partners - Includes 14-Day Trial & 20% off ANOW Business Management Software
- Completion certificates for California and other licensed states: $180 value per state
- Excellent customer service & support via phone and email, 7 days a week
- 2 payment options - $399 annually or $774 biennially. Two-year commitment required.
- Great savings! VIEW DETAILS
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Membership offers the best value: Additional credit for multiple states, monthly Pro Series webinars plus access to our Luxury & Green Certifications - all at no extra charge.
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OPTIONS FOR INCLUDED COURSES*
- 2022-2023 7-hour National USPAP Course (7 hrs)
- The FHA Handbook 4000.1 (7 hrs)
- Residential Construction and the Appraiser (7 hrs)
- Residential Report Writing: More than Forms (7 hrs)
- Land and Site Valuation (7 hrs)
- The Sales Comparison Approach (7 hrs)
- Laws and Regulations for California Appraisers (4 hrs)
- Market Disturbances-Appraisals in Atypical Markets and Cycles (3 hrs)
*Example above illustrates 49+ hours of recommended continuing education courses to get you started. Choose from our extensive library of courses to add these or additional ones, any time.
*This is an auto-renew membership. Two-year minimum commitment is required at the time of initial purchase. Additional renewal terms are for two-years each.
49-hr Self-Paced Online Renewal Package
ABOUT THIS PACKAGE
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HOW IT WORKS:
- Step 1: Review courses offered in this package.
- Step 2: Select ENROLL to buy this package as-is.
- Step 3: Need to swap courses? Click HERE to choose course options.
WHY IT’S FOR YOU
- You are licensed in California (or multiple states) and require license renewal or additional credit.
- As a busy appraiser, a self-paced learning approach best fits your lifestyle.
- You require basic cycle renewal hours, including national USPAP.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
49 hours of self-paced online courses for California renewal
Phone and email support, 7 days a week
Completion certificates for California
COURSES INCLUDED
The FHA Handbook 4000.1 (7 hrs)
Residential Construction and the Appraiser (7 hrs)
Residential Report Writing: More Than Forms (7 hrs)
Land and Site Valuation (7 hrs)
The Sales Comparison Approach (7 hrs)
Laws and Regulations for California Appraisers (4 hrs)
Market Disturbances-Appraisals in Atypical Markets and Cycles (3 hrs)
38-hr Self-Paced Online Elective Package
ABOUT THIS PACKAGE
View Package Description
HOW IT WORKS:
- Step 1: Review courses offered in this package.
- Step 2: Select ENROLL to buy this package as-is.
- Step 3: Need to swap courses? Click HERE to choose course options.
WHY IT’S FOR YOU
- You are licensed in California (or multiple states) and require license renewal or additional credit.
- As a busy appraiser, a self-paced learning approach best fits your lifestyle.
- You've already completed your required USPAP and law courses, so you'd like to finish your CE with electives.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
38 hours of self-paced online electives for California renewal
Phone and email support, 7 days a week
Completion certificates for California
COURSES INCLUDED
Appraisal of REO and Foreclosure Properties (7 hrs)
Appraising Today's Manufactured Homes (7 hrs)
The Income Approach: An Overview (7 hrs)
Relocation Appraisal and the ERC Form (6 hrs)
That's a Violation (4 hrs)
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CA Appraisal Unlimited Learning Membership
Payment plans starting at $399/year
WHY IT’S FOR YOU
- You are single or multi-licensed; one price gets you all your education for two years (including USPAP).
- You can use a searchable digital library of professional resources anytime you have a question.
- You want access to a support network of other appraisers and instructors.
- Choose how you learn: online courses, Pro-Series webinars, or our NEW Livestream classes.
- Maximize your learning with one set price; includes access to additional courses beyond state requirements.
MEMBERSHIP PRIVILEGES
- Two-years of UNLIMITED access to 49+ hours of mandatory and elective courses you can take any time for California renewal and/or your professional career development
- USPAP update course and PDF book: $224.99 value
- Free access to monthly Pro-Series webinars: $1,152 value
- Become a Certified Luxury and/or Green Home Appraiser (application, courses, exam, & certificate)$1,225 value
- Exclusive access to a resource library of professional development tools within your dashboard
- A members-only community of appraisers and instructors from around the country
- Exclusive member discounts from select industry partners - Includes 14-Day Trial & 20% off ANOW Business Management Software
- Completion certificates for California and other licensed states: $180 value per state
- Excellent customer service & support via phone and email, 7 days a week
- 2 payment options - $399 annually or $774 biennially. Two-year commitment required.
- Great savings! VIEW DETAILS
Product comparison - Courses vs. Package vs. Membership
Membership offers the best value: Additional credit for multiple states, monthly Pro Series webinars plus access to our Luxury & Green Certifications - all at no extra charge.
Close
OPTIONS FOR INCLUDED COURSES*
- 2022-2023 7-hour National USPAP Course (7 hrs)
- The FHA Handbook 4000.1 (7 hrs)
- Residential Construction and the Appraiser (7 hrs)
- Residential Report Writing: More than Forms (7 hrs)
- Land and Site Valuation (7 hrs)
- The Sales Comparison Approach (7 hrs)
- Laws and Regulations for California Appraisers (4 hrs)
- Market Disturbances-Appraisals in Atypical Markets and Cycles (3 hrs)
*Example above illustrates 49+ hours of recommended continuing education courses to get you started. Choose from our extensive library of courses to add these or additional ones, any time.
*This is an auto-renew membership. Two-year minimum commitment is required at the time of initial purchase. Additional renewal terms are for two-years each.
CA Appraisal Unlimited Learning Membership
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CA Appraisal Unlimited Learning Membership
CA Appraisal Unlimited Learning Membership Premium
2022-2023 7-hour National USPAP Update Course
This is the 7-Hour National Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Update Course, as developed by The Appraisal Foundation (Foundation). The course focuses on how to use the USPAP publication to help solve appraisal issues that affect daily appraisal practice.
The FHA Handbook 4000.1
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Walk through revisions to FHA appraisal requirements and protocols
- Get a better grasp of FHA structure
- Learn how to stay updated on future FHA requirements
- Pocket useful tips and insights to FHA updates and requirements.
Residential Construction and the Appraiser
• Relate basics of property inspection for appraisers
• Identify and summarize various roofing framing systems, types, and coverings
• Recognize trends in new home construction
Residential Report Writing: More Than Forms
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Learn how to distinguish appraising from reporting
- Review USPAP minimum standards for written report content
- Gain insights into reporting form options for manufactured homes, small income properties, cooperatives, and condos
- Learn the basics of narrative reports
Land and Site Valuation
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Gain an understanding on how to compute the area of simple lots and calculate adjustments based on paired data analysis
- Discover the physical, governmental, legal, economic, and social forces that impact valuation of land and site
- Learn how to calculate site value using Extraction Method, Allocation Method, Subdivision Development Method, Land Residual Method, and Ground Rent Capitalization Method
The Sales Comparison Approach
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Uncover key components of the sales comparison approach with through course examples, case studies and practice problems
- Examine the cost approach for residential properties and income-producing properties
Laws and Regulations for California Appraisers
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Gain in-depth knowledge on the nuts-and-bolts of the state and federal laws and regulations
- Explore the histories and functions of terminology, certification agencies, licensing requirements and standard practice procedures
Market Disturbances-Appraisals in Atypical Markets and Cycles
Special emphasis will be given in researching and analyzing markets in atypical scenarios and cycles such as areas impacted by environmental disturbances such as hurricanes and fires and economic turbulences such as real estate bubbles, bursts and pandemics.
The course begins with a brief discussion as to why a market analysis is an integral part of the appraisal process and is followed by numerous case studies showing research, analysis and reporting strategies.
Course Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
• Determine whether a current event indicates an increasing or declining market or a possible housing bubble or bust.
• Identify various methods for researching, analyzing, and presenting market supply and demand factors.
• Apply market studies to support conclusions for the three approaches to value.
• List various resources residential appraisers can utilize for market analysis.
49-hr Self-Paced Online Renewal Package
49-hr Self-Paced Online Renewal Package
Complex Properties: The Odd Side of Appraisal
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Examine several different appraisal techniques and learn how creativity (e.g., use of non-traditional appraisal techniques) can be employed to solve appraisal problems
- Review complex residential properties (i.e. 1- to 4-unit residential properties); learn how the techniques also apply to the appraisal of non-residential properties
- Course designed for novice and experienced appraisers
Appraisal of REO and Foreclosure Properties
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Explore the development of the traditional approaches for residential appraisals, with emphasis on the challenges associated with REO and foreclosure properties
- Examine an appropriate scope of work for an REO appraisal
- Gain insights on the concepts of cost to repair and cost to cure, along with data sources to support cost estimates
Appraising Today's Manufactured Homes
The Income Approach: An Overview
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Learn economic principles and definitions pertinent to the valuation of income-producing properties
- Identify how to utilize income capitalization techniques, including direct capitalization and income multipliers
- Practice examples using the HP 12C financial calculator
- Gain insights through income and expense operating statement illustrations
Relocation Appraisal and the ERC Form
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Identify differences between relocation appraisals and mortgage appraisals
- Explain the relationship of marketing time and forecasting to anticipated sales price
- Identify requirements related to the sales comparison approach for relocation appraisal assignments
That's a Violation
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Walk through violations prosecuted by state appraisal enforcement agencies and their associated sanctions
- Go in-depth with the applicability of USPAP and examples of significant willful violations and minor errors that affect the credibility of assignment results
- Review The Appraisal Foundation’s Voluntary Disciplinary Action Matrix and apply it to real-life case studies
38-hr Self-Paced Online Elective Package
38-hr Self-Paced Online Elective Package