Colorado Appraiser Continuing Education Requirements
Real estate appraisers in Colorado must meet specific continuing education requirements to renew and maintain their license. Whether you’re a new licensee or a seasoned pro, McKissock has the appraisal CE courses you need to stay licensed and thrive in your appraisal career.
Colorado Appraisal License Renewal
How to Renew Your Colorado Appraisal License
Here’s an overview of the steps to renew your Colorado appraisal license. The following information is based on the minimum requirements set forth by the Colorado Board of Real Estate Appraisers.
Step 1: Know Your Renewal Deadlines
In Colorado, an initial appraisal license is valid through December 31 of the year of issuance. Appraisers of all license levels who renew their credential will be issued a 2-year license. The renewal period is from November 15 to December 31 of each year prior to the expiration date listed on your license.
Step 2: Complete CE Requirements
Colorado 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
Attention initial licensees: If your initial license was issued before July 1 of any year, you will need to complete 14 hours of continuing education by December 31.
Attention 3-year license holders: Colorado appraisers renewing a 3-year license must complete 42 hours of continuing education.
Note: Potential students are advised to check with the appropriate Colorado Regulatory Agencies to confirm that completion of courses offered by McKissock will satisfy the requirements for initial or renewal education.
Step 3: Apply for Renewal
Apply for license renewal using the Colorado Division of Real Estate’s online licensing portal. You will need to provide CE course certificates as proof of completion. Fees may apply.
Important: Verify all CE requirements with the Colorado Board of Real Estate Appraisers. If you hold appraisal licenses in multiple states, please make sure to check each state’s requirements.
Colorado License Renewal (28 hours) – State CE Requirements
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Colorado appraisers are required to take 28 continuing education hours every two years, which shall include successful completion in the 7-hour USPAP Continuing Education Course.
For initial licenses issued on or after July 1 of any year, there shall be no continuing education requirement as a condition of renewal of such initial license that expires December 31 of the year of issue.
For initial licenses issued before July 1 of any year, there shall be an obligation to complete 14 hours of continuing education as a condition of renewal before the initial license expires on December 31 of the year of issue.
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
Potential students are advised to check with the appropriate Colorado Regulatory Agencies to confirm that completion of courses offered by McKissock will satisfy the requirements for initial or renewal education.
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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.