Students wishing to enroll in these programs must be at least 18 years old and must give proof of age by providing the Institute with a current driver s license or Pennsylvania photo I.D. card. Although a driver s license is not required for admission to the Institute, employment opportunities for automotive students will be limited for graduates who do not hold a valid driver s license. Students who wish to enroll in this program must also be residents of Pennsylvania, or residents of any state or country that permits Pennsylvania residents to act as appraisers. Certification applicants must be trustworthy and must establish to the satisfaction of the commissioner that they have the experience, special education, or training to make them competent to fulfill the responsibilities of the appraiser. In this program, students learn the methods insurance companies use in the settlement of automobile damage claims.
Students write complete estimates on late-model automobiles.
The estimates are reviewed for completeness and accuracy. Students will not be granted an appraiser s license until their qualifications are established and they pass the appraiser s examination. The examination consists of a written portion that includes appraising one or more damaged vehicles and an oral portion. Upon successful completion of all program requirements, students are eligible to apply for state certification from the Pennsylvania Insurance Department, which has the sole authority to certify physical damage appraisers. Use our convenient online request form by clicking Contact Us in the navigation at the left.