California Appraisal Qualifying Education Trainee Appraiser Courses

This course provides four hours of instruction in California federal and state laws and regulations, which satisfies a portion of the continued education needed for licensure in the state. Topics include The Appraisal Foundation, FIRREA, and federal laws. Then the course dives into the Appraisal Subcommittee, the establishment of the Appraisal Foundation, and the role of the Appraiser Qualifications Board and Appraisal Standards Board within the appraisal industry. The course culminates with in depth coverage of how California licenses and regulates appraisers through the duties of the California Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA), Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers Practice Act, and California Code of Regulations.

This five-hour course helps real estate professionals meet continuing education requirements while strengthening both regulatory knowledge and cultural competency skills. You’ll gain a clear understanding of federal and state laws that govern the appraisal industry, including FIRREA, The Appraisal Foundation, and the roles of the Appraiser Qualifications Board and Appraisal Standards Board, as well as how California licenses and regulates appraisers through the Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA), the Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers Practice Act, and the California Code of Regulations. In addition, the course includes practical guidance on cultural competency in California appraisals, covering essential skills, professionalism, strategies for becoming more culturally competent, and effective communication techniques for demonstrating cultural awareness in your work. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to navigate complex regulations confidently and apply cultural competency principles that enhance your appraisal practice.

This course provides 3 hours of instruction in cultural competency and elimination of bias, which satisfies a portion of the continuing and qualifying education needed for licensure in the state. In this course you will learn how to recognize explicit and implicit bias in yourself and in others. Being able to identify biases is important because bias can sneak into our thoughts and behaviors without our knowledge or intention. We’ll also explore possible causes of bias, offer strategies to increase your ability to recognize bias, and introduce some solutions. By the time you complete this course, you’ll understand why cultural competency helps increase equity in appraisals and how lacking cultural competency can negatively impact the valuation process, its outcome, and the appraisal industry as a whole.

This 8-hour AQB CAP approved course meets the Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations Outline from the Real Property Qualification Criteria for Qualifying Education when earning or upgrading a credential after January 1, 2026.

This eight-hour qualifying education course for aspiring appraisal professionals provides a thorough introduction to valuation bias and its significance in the real estate industry. You’ll examine the historical and contemporary factors that contribute to bias, explore key federal fair housing laws and regulations, and develop strategies to identify and avoid bias in property valuation. By understanding these critical concepts, you’ll gain insight into how ethical and unbiased appraisals contribute to fairness and equity in the housing market.

Through detailed case studies, engaging inquiries, and practical applications, this course lays the groundwork for aligning your future practice with professional standards and legal requirements. Whether you’re preparing for certification or building a strong foundation for your appraisal career, this course will help you develop the knowledge and skills essential for success in the field.

In many states, entry into the real property appraisal profession occurs with the trainee appraiser classification. This classification may be referred to as apprentice appraiser, provisional appraiser, registered appraiser, or a similar designation determined by state appraiser regulatory agencies. While the name may differ, the expectations of the role are the same. Trainee appraisers work under the direct control and supervision of a supervisory appraiser to gain an understanding of the national Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) while accumulating experience performing appraisals.

In this course, you'll learn about the qualifications and responsibilities of both the supervisory appraiser and trainee appraiser role including:

• AQB minimum qualifications for various appraiser classifications and supervisory appraisers
• Jurisdictional credentialing requirements for trainee and supervisory appraisers which may exceed the AQB minimums
• Processes for establishing credentialed appraiser qualifications and the role entities involved in the process play
• Expectations and responsibilities of the trainee and supervisory appraiser
• USPAP basics
• Responsibilities and requirements of trainee and supervisory appraisers in maintaining and signing experience logs

The 15-Hour National USPAP Course focuses on the requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers that are set forth in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).

The primary objective of this course is to have participants become familiar with the USPAP document. The course material emphasizes the role of the appraiser and the impartiality associated with this role. Special responsibilities of the appraiser with regard to impartiality are explored in detail. All required manuals from The Appraisal Foundation are included in your course.

This course is offered via live online (synchronous meeting) delivery. Once enrolled, you can select upcoming classes to attend. Classes are offered weekly in four 3.5-hour sessions (Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D). They must be taken in order but you can select the schedule options that work best for you. No need to register in advance, just show up!

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This course provides 30 hours of instruction in basic appraisal principles, which satisfies a portion of the Appraisal Qualifications Board (AQB) qualifying education for aspiring professionals. Topics include an introduction to the appraisal profession, real estate concepts and property characteristics, ownership, interests, and rights, title and transferring real estate, and an introduction to contracts and leases appraisers may find in real estate. The course also dives into types of and approaches to value, influences on real estate, economic principles, and real estate markets. The course closes on the ethics in theory and practice of appraisal along with valuation bias, fair housing, and equal opportunity that will be top of mind in an appraisal practice.

This course provides 30 hours of instruction in basic appraisal procedures, which satisfies a portion of the Appraisal Qualifications Board (AQB) qualifying education for aspiring professionals. Topics include an overview of the appraisal process and approaches, math and statistics used in appraisals, and valuation procedures. This course will also dive into location and neighborhood characteristics, architectural styles and construction types, as well as land and site characteristics. Additionally, this course will answer questions about the cost, income, and sales comparison approach alongside special and emerging appraisal techniques.