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How to Become an Appraiser in Idaho

If you want to become a real estate appraiser in Idaho or upgrade your current license, you’ll need to fulfill certain education, experience, and exam requirements set by the state. Review the requirements for each license level, and get started today!

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Idaho Appraiser License: Trainee 

Total Hours Required: 79 hrs
Mandatory Hours:
Elective Hours:

How to become an appraiser in Idaho 

The first step to becoming an appraiser in Idaho is to become an Appraiser Trainee. With your Trainee license, you can assess residential properties under the supervision of an experienced Certified Residential or Certified General Appraiser. This offers you the ability to earn an income while gaining the on-the-job appraisal experience required to become a Licensed Residential, Certified Residential, or Certified General Appraiser.

Follow these steps to become an Appraiser Trainee in Idaho:

Step 1: Complete 79 hours of required Idaho appraiser education. The courses, broken down by hours and title below, will ensure you have a grasp on the foundations of appraising, from both a technical and business standpoint. 

Step 2: Find a Certified Supervisory Appraiser who will oversee your on-the-job training. (Note: You will both need to take the Supervisor/Trainee Appraiser Course for Idaho.)

Step 3: Submit your application and background check to the Real Estate Appraiser Board of the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL).

Check out the Idaho State Jurisprudence Exam. You’ll need to take this before becoming licensed!  

Something else Idaho appraisers need to fill out as part of their licensing is a Surety Bond. This acts like insurance, protecting clients if the appraiser breaks the law or acts unethically.

Important: Confirm all steps and requirements with your state regulatory agency.For more information, contact the Idaho Real Estate Appraiser Board at 208.334.3233. 

Idaho Trainee Appraiser (79 hours) – AQB recommended course order

Online Info

Required Education: 
79 Hours.
 Basic Appraisal Principles – 30 hrs. 
 Basic Appraisal Procedures – 30 hrs. 
 National USPAP Course or Equivalent – 15 hours 
 Supervisor/Trainee Course – 4 hours

2015 AQB Supervisor/Trainee Course Requirement: Both the Trainee Appraiser and Supervisory Appraiser shall be required to complete a course that, at minimum, complies with the specifications for course content established by the AQB. The course must be completed by the Trainee Appraiser prior to obtaining a Trainee Appraiser credential, and completed by the Supervisory Appraiser prior to supervising a Trainee Appraiser.


Experience: N/A


College Education: N/A

Online Limitations

No online limitations.

Roster

Roster Required: yes

Governing Agency

Idaho Real Estate Appraiser Board
Phone: 2083343233
Fax: 2083343945
Address: 11351 W. Chinden Blvd., Building #6, Boise, ID 83714

FAQs about how to become an appraiser in Idaho

How long does it take to become an appraiser in Idaho?   

The first step—becoming a Trainee Appraiser—can be done in as little as a few weeks or months. Then, you must work under a Certified Supervisory Appraiser (as a paid Trainee) for at least 6–18 months, depending on which license level you want to obtain. 

Go to the “Licensed,” “Certified Residential,” and “Certified General” tabs at the top of this page to learn the specific requirements for each level. 

To help expedite the process, McKissock offers online appraisal courses in flexible learning formats to suit your needs and preferences. Learn on your own schedule, from the comfort of your home!

What type of appraiser makes the most money? 

Typically, the higher your license level, the more you can earn. The highest license level is the Certified General credential. Certified General Appraisers, also called commercial appraisers, usually earn the most money.  

According to Salary.com, Idaho commercial appraisers earn as high as $145,114 per year.1 For comparison, Idaho residential appraisers earn as high as $110,035 per year. 2 

Helpful resources:

Sources cited:

  1. Appraiser IV (Commercial Real Estate) Salary in Idaho| Salary.com 
  2. Appraiser Sr. (Residential Real Estate) Salary in Idaho (Salary.com)