A liberal arts education is a good basis for anyone considering a career in real estate appraisal. Backgrounds in economics, finance, business administration, architecture, law, engineering, computer technology, sociology, and English composition may be particularly helpful. Appraisal firms may employ appraisal assistants and trainees or offer part-time work to college students. All 50 states have education, experience and exam requirements to obtain a real estate appraiser license or certification. Since laws vary from state to state, individuals should contact a state's regulatory agency for specific requirements.
Appraisers master the intricacies of their profession through specialized education.
As the recognized leader in real estate appraisal education, the Appraisal Institute offers educational programs that address the needs of appraisers at every stage of their career development . Every year the Appraisal Institute offers a series of courses and seminars held at various times and in various locations throughout the United States. A catalog containing detailed descriptions of all the Appraisal Institute's courses and seminars is available from our Education Department in Chicago. Each year the Appraisal Institute Education Trust confers educational scholarships on worthy graduate and undergraduate students to help finance the cost of college work leading to a degree in real estate appraisal, land economics, real estate, or allied fields. To be considered for a scholarship, completed applications must be received by the Education Trust no later than March 15.