Georgia Appraisal Qualifying Education Trainee Appraiser Courses

This package includes all 83 hours of qualifying education required to become a Trainee Real Property Appraiser in Georgia, plus 4 hours of required supervisory/trainee appraiser education. You’ll master concepts related to basic appraisal principles, procedures, and standards of practice through engaging course lessons that include activities, videos, flashcards, and assessments.

Your 15-hour USPAP course is offered in a fully self-paced, asynchronous format — complete it on your own schedule with no set login times or live sessions required. This gives you the flexibility to work through engaging, interactive content whenever and wherever it fits your life.

Package includes:

• Basic Appraisal Principles Online Course (30 hours)
• Basic Appraisal Procedures Online Course (30 hours)
• 2024 15-Hour Equivalent USPAP® Course (15 hours)
• Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations (8 hours)
• Supervisory Appraiser/Trainee Appraiser Online Course (4 hours)
• Proctored exam (1)
• Required USPAP digital manuals (3)

This 15-Hour National Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) Course satisfies The Appraisal Foundation’s education requirement and examines the ethical and performance standards that govern professional appraisal practice.Students explore the structure and application of USPAP, including the Rules, Standards, and core definitions that guide appraiser conduct, scope of work decisions, and the development and communication of credible appraisal opinions.

The course emphasizes how USPAP applies across appraisal disciplines, addresses common compliance risks, and supports public trust in valuation services.The current edition of USPAP and the USPAP Guidance and Reference Manual are used throughout the course to support interpretation, professional judgment, and real-world application of appraisal standards.

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.