FAQs: Appraisal Post Completion/Continuing Education

There really is no such thing as a “typical” day in the life of an appraiser, particularly for an independent appraiser (who is called a “fee appraiser”). What does an appraiser spend their time doing? Sometimes an appraiser might spend an entire day “out on the road” looking at properties. On other days, the… More

If you take continuing education courses in a state that has mandatory reporting, your hours will be reported to the state. You may still need to submit proof of completion with your application and other documentation when you go to apply for your license.  Check your state board website for additional information and to… More

There are a couple of ways you can save money with McKissock. Package vs. individual courses – you will save over $100 if you purchase a package vs. courses individually. Membership is the BEST VALUE for your money. See the table below. In addition with membership you get the Professional Development content which includes… More

You have several options for completing your continuing education with McKissock. We offer individual courses in mulitple formats: Instructor-led Onsite (classroom), Instructor-led Livestream (temporary live classroom via zoom), Instructor-led Webinar, and self-paced online courses. We also offer packages for all states both a full renewal package for either Residential or Commercial Appraisers which include… More

You have several options for completing your continuing education with McKissock. We offer individual courses in mulitple formats: Instructor-led Onsite (classroom), Instructor-led Livestream (temporary live classroom via zoom), Instructor-led Webinar, and self-paced online courses. At the top of the page you will see Membership (BEST VALUE) which allows you to take your classes in… More

Appraisers must take the 7-hour USPAP Update Course (or equivalent) every two years to renew their license. The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) is the generally recognized ethical and performance standards for the appraisal profession in the United States. USPAP was adopted by Congress in 1989, and contains standards for all types… More

The renewal frequency varies from state to state.  Some states require that licenses be renewed every year and other states require 2, 3 or even 4 years.  To review the general requirements find your state in the table below. Uniform states require that all licensees renew their licenses at the same time. Variable states… More

All appraisal license levels have the same general continuing education requirement.  While requirements vary from state to state, they are the same for all license levels.  The exception would be Arkansas where the requirements are the same for all levels – when the requirements is due is different for those with a Licensed Residential… More