Illinois Appraisal License School
Whether you’ve just started looking for appraisal school in Illinois or are a seasoned pro, McKissock has you covered with the high-quality courses, industry expertise, and convenience needed to get your Illinois Appraisal License.
Illinois Appraisal Licensing Education Packages
Save up to 40% on Illinois Appraisal License School packages created just for you. Select packages based on the hours you need and the topics that interest you.
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IL QE Unlimited Learning Subscription
- All required education
- 300+ hours
- Online classes
- Includes all license levels
- Trainee
- Licensed
- Certified residential
- Certified general
- 12 month access length
- Pro-series webinars
- Content library
- Appraisal community
- Partner discounts
- $2,900 savings
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Because I work on a variety of assignments, McKissock’s new class material has been very helpful to me. No one wants to take the same course material every two years.
- Lara D., APPRAISAL, Illinois

My competency improvement after taking McKissock courses allowed me to accept assignments I wouldn’t have felt comfortable with before.
- Evan N., APPRAISAL, Connecticut

I have been utilizing McKissock for continuing education for many years with both live classroom and website classes. I consistently find McKissock to provide professional instructors with great knowledge of the requirements and everyday pitfalls of our industry. They always provide a wide variety of courses that apply to my needs and have greatly increased my potential for taking on many different types of appraisal assignments with the confidence and experience required to complete a credible report.
- James Y., APPRAISAL, Colorado
Appraisal Educational Requirements for Illinois
This appraisal licensing information summarizes the minimum requirements established by the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation. We recommend you contact the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation for more detailed information or changes.
Total Hours Required: 28
Mandatory Hours: 7
Elective Hours: 21
Renewal Cycle in Years: 2
License Expiration Date: 09/30/2019
Education Cycle in Months: 24
Next Education Due Date: 06/30/2019
Illinois Appraisers are required to take 28 continuing education hours every 24 months including National USPAP Update (or Equivalent).
The 7-hour National USPAP Update Course or its equivalent must be completed within 6 months after the effective date of USPAP.
*If a real estate appraiser was issued an initial license for less than 185 days prior to the expiration of the license, then no continuing education is required for that renewal.
*If a real estate appraiser has held a license 185 days or more prior to the expiration, but less than two years, then 14 hours of approved continuing education is required.
– Licensees are required to renew by September 30th; however continuing education must be completed by June 30th.
– Courses completed after June 30th must provide evidence of course completion accompanied by a fee of $100 per credit hour.
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2018-2019 15-hr National USPAP Course
Familiarize yourself with the 2018-2019 Uniform Standard of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
-Explore changes to the 2018-2019 version of USPAP
-Dive into demanding and complex appraisal problems
-Gain insights on how to confidently put forth property appraisals that adhere to USPAP standards
Basic Appraisal Principles
Take an in-depth look at how real property concepts, characteristics, and legal descriptions influence real estate values. This is a foundational course for other advanced appraisal courses.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Summarize the educational requirements for appraisers
- Define a market and explain the characteristics of a market
- Summarize the process of market analysis
Basic Appraisal Procedures
Continue to establish your foundation for the appraisal profession by learning the steps for appraising all types of real property.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Review the three approaches to value, including: the Cost Approach, Sales Comparison Approach, and the Income Capitalization Approach
- Explore real-world examples of each approach to value
Appraisal Live Q & A – 75 hour Trainee
any questions you have and receive direct, personalized support from our
appraisal experts as you progress at your own pace.
Basic Appraisal Principles – Printed Textbook
When you can’t be tethered to a computer, the printed version of your pre-licensing course allows you to read the material wherever you are. You can also use it to take notes and highlight important sections. This printed version will be mailed to you once you complete your course and have passed your final exam. **Our licensing approval requires that textbooks be mailed after course completion.
Basic Appraisal Procedures – Printed Textbook
78-hr TR Advanced Pro Package
Payment plan
Payment plans allow you to spread the cost of your education over time. It is the same price as if you bought it out-right but you only pay for it a little every month. With no interest and no credit application, it’s a no-brainer. Every month, we’ll just charge your credit card. It’s that simple. Oh, and if you finish early, just make the final payment(s) and get your certificate instantly. See below for the payment schedule.
Still have questions? Give us a call today at 1.800.328.2008
78-hr TR Advanced Pro Package
<p>If you are looking to start your career in the appraisal profession then this package includes everything needed to fulfill the education requirements and get started as an Appraiser Trainee plus a couple of premium items that will allow you to experience all the interactive advantages of a classroom in an online course. In the Live Q & A sessions, you can ask any questions you have and receive direct, personalized support from our appraisal experts as you progress at your own pace. Printed textbooks are physical copies of the course content. **Our licensing approval requires that textbooks be mailed after course completion. To view state specific education requirements, click <a href=”https://www.mckissock.com/appraisal/licensing/illinois/requirements/”>HERE</a>. Enroll now to get started on your new career.</p>
Supervisor-Trainee Course for Illinois
The Supervisor-Trainee Appraiser course addresses the requirements and responsibilities of supervisory appraisers as well as expectations for Trainee Appraisers. This course meets the requirements established by the Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) of The Appraisal Foundation in its 2015 Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Increase your understanding of the responsibilities and obligations of both the Trainee Appraiser and the Supervisory Appraiser within the context of the Trainee – Supervisor relationship
- Learn the applicable state and local jurisdictional requirements
- Review relevant USPAP obligations
2018-2019 15-hr National USPAP Course
Familiarize yourself with the 2018-2019 Uniform Standard of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
-Explore changes to the 2018-2019 version of USPAP
-Dive into demanding and complex appraisal problems
-Gain insights on how to confidently put forth property appraisals that adhere to USPAP standards
Basic Appraisal Principles
Take an in-depth look at how real property concepts, characteristics, and legal descriptions influence real estate values. This is a foundational course for other advanced appraisal courses.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Summarize the educational requirements for appraisers
- Define a market and explain the characteristics of a market
- Summarize the process of market analysis
Basic Appraisal Procedures
Continue to establish your foundation for the appraisal profession by learning the steps for appraising all types of real property.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Review the three approaches to value, including: the Cost Approach, Sales Comparison Approach, and the Income Capitalization Approach
- Explore real-world examples of each approach to value
Payment plan
Payment plans allow you to spread the cost of your education over time. It is the same price as if you bought it out-right but you only pay for it a little every month. With no interest and no credit application, it’s a no-brainer. Every month, we’ll just charge your credit card. It’s that simple. Oh, and if you finish early, just make the final payment(s) and get your certificate instantly. See below for the payment schedule.
Still have questions? Give us a call today at 1.800.328.2008
78-hr TR Get Started Package
If you are looking to start your career in the appraisal profession then this package includes everything needed to fulfill the education requirements and get started as an Appraiser Trainee. To view state specific education requirements, click HERE. Enroll now to get started on your new career.