Recently, real estate has become more complex because of legal requirements. Because of this, many firms have turned to college graduates to fill jobs. A large number of appraisers have some college training. Correspondence courses are not accepted. Varying amounts of classroom hours and course credits need to be earned within the two-year period preceding each license renewal.
Requirements vary by state.
For more information about licensing requirements, contact your state Department of Real Estate. Many real estate appraisers voluntarily earn professional titles that represent a formal recognition of their professional abilities. These professional titles are desirable because requirements for them may be more demanding than state licensing requirements.