Washington Appraiser Continuing Education Requirements
Real estate appraisers in Washington State are required to complete continuing education (CE) to renew and keep their licenses active. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, McKissock offers the appraisal CE courses you need to stay compliant and succeed in your appraisal career.
Washington Appraisal License Renewal
How to Renew Your Washington Appraisal License
Here are the basic steps to renew your Washington State appraisal license. The following information is based on the minimum requirements set forth by the Washington State Department of Licensing.
Step 1: Know Your Renewal Deadlines
In Washington State, real estate appraisers must renew their licenses every 2 years. Your license will expire every 2 years on your birthday. Check the expiration date printed on your license to confirm. You can renew up to 120 days before the expiration date.
Step 2: Complete CE Requirements
All real estate appraisers in the State of Washington—including State-Registered Trainees, State Licensed, Certified Residential, and Certified General 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 can apply for license renewal online using the Washington State Department of Licensing’s online licensing portal. You will need to pay a renewal fee and provide CE course certificates as proof of completion.
Important: Verify all CE requirements with the Washington State Department of Licensing. If you hold appraisal licenses in multiple states, please make sure to check each state’s requirements.
Washington License Renewal (28 hours) – State CE Requirements
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Washington Appraisers are required to complete 28 continuing education hours every 24 months including 7 hours of the National USPAP Update or Equivalent.
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
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McKissock’s Unlimited CE Membership provides a flexible and affordable solution for meeting your Washington appraiser continuing education requirements. Choose between engaging livestream classes or self-paced online courses to complete your CE on your own schedule.
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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.