Yes, you can enroll and take one, two, or all three of these courses for appraisal CE credit* and not pursue the CLHA certification. If after completing the three courses, you wish to apply for the CLHA certificate, you certainly may do so—just keep in mind the one-year time frame to complete the courses… More
No. Only those courses specifically listed as the three mandatory certificate courses can be accepted toward obtaining this certificate. More
The Demonstration of Knowledge Exam is a comprehensive test containing case study questions to assess your comprehension of the concepts of appraising luxury homes and your ability to apply this knowledge to real-world appraisal problems. The exam consists of case-study scenarios in which you formulate a solution to the scenario, identify strengths and weaknesses… More
The exam is graded by two McKissock instructors. Points are awarded on a scale of 1 to 10 for each of the five primary competencies assessed on the exam: (1) problem solving and decision- making skills, (2) knowledge (3) completeness, (4) organization, and (5) written communication skills. A candidate must achieve a total score… More
This will vary depending on the individual. We recommend planning on at least 4 hours to adequately complete the entire exam. This exam does not need to be completed in one sitting. You’ll have 30 days to complete the exam*, so you have some flexibility in completing the exam. Additionally, you can view portions… More
Once your completed exam responses are submitted, you will receive an email notification of receipt. Please allow at least 30 calendar days after submission of the exam responses for grading. If you do not hear after 30 calendar days, please send an inquiry to [email protected]. More
You will not be provided the actual total point score, but you will receive an email notification containing a pass or fail status. However, if you fail the exam, you will be notified of the individual competency(ies) in which you scored below the standard, but you will not be provided the point score of… More
Applicants who do not successfully pass the exam will receive notification and may request to retake the Demonstration of Knowledge Exam once at no additional cost within 90 days of the notification of your exam results. You may notify us by email of your intent to retake the exam. The exam scenarios and questions… More
The request to retake the Demonstration of Knowledge Exam must be requested within 90 days of the notification of your exam results. Otherwise, the full application fee of $215.00 must be paid. More
If you wish to pursue this certification after failing to pass the exam on your second attempt, you will be required to retake the three online luxury home appraisal courses and pay a new application fee. Note: retaking these courses during the same appraisal renewal license period will not grant you an additional 14… More
After applying for the CLHA certification, paying the application fee (if required) and successfully completing the three online luxury home appraisal courses; the Demonstration of Knowledge Exam will be downloaded into your McKissock Learning account under “My Courses”. A notification email will be sent informing you that the Demonstration of Knowledge Exam is available… More
The Demonstration of Knowledge Exam must be completed and returned via e-mail as a word document or a PDF. The essay responses must be typed and returned within 30 calendar days* of receipt of the email notification of the Demonstration of Knowledge Exam. *You will have a maximum of 30 days to complete the… More
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