Tax Commission, Property Tax. Appraiser Designation Program Pursuant to Utah Code Ann. The ad valorem training and designation program consists of several courses and practicums.
Most courses are one week in duration, with an examination held on the final day.
An assessor, county employee, or state employee must hold the appropriate designation listed below to gain the authority to value property for ad valorem taxation purposes. Requires the successful completion of Courses A, B, C, D, and I, and a comprehensive residential field practicum, and attainment of state registered, state licensed, or state certified appraiser status. Requires the successful completion of Courses A, B, C, D, E, and I, and a comprehensive field practicum including both residential and commercial properties, and attainment of state registered, state licensed, or state certified appraiser status. D. Candidates must pass the final examination for each course with a grade of 70 points or more to be successful. If a candidate fails to receive a passing grade on a final examination, one re-examination is allowed.