California Appraiser Continuing Education (CE) Courses

Renew your California appraiser license with USPAP-compliant continuing education, including the 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course, 100% online.

Keep Your California Appraiser License Current

California Appraiser Continuing Education (CE) Courses
  • 14 Hours Per 2-Year Cycle
  • 7-Hour USPAP Update
  • 100% Online Self-Paced
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49-Hr. CA Appraiser CE Package with Live Online USPAP

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Or $180/month for 4 payments Click to view schedule →
  • This complete package includes 42 of the 56 hours of continuing education courses required for license renewals on or after January 1, 2026:
  • California Federal and State Laws and Regulations and Cultural Competency (5-hour self-paced course)
  • Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations (7-hour self-paced course)
  • 7-Hour USPAP Update Course (Live Online delivery - Click here to view the class schedule.)
  • Appraising Energy-Efficient and Green Homes (3-hour self-paced course)

19-Hr. CA Appraiser Required Courses with Live Online USPAP CE Package

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  • This package includes three continuing education courses required for license renewals on or after January 1, 2026:
  • California Federal and State Laws and Regulations and Cultural Competency (5-hour self-paced course)
  • Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations (7-hour self-paced course)
  • 7-Hour USPAP Update Course (Live Online delivery - Click here to view the class schedule.)

Individual Courses

Not ready for a package? Purchase each course separately at your own pace. All courses are required for ca licensure.

Course 1 • 4 Hours

Appraising ADUs and Modern Homes

📚 Foundation Course Exam Included

A 4-hour CE course on valuing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and modern home types, including current design trends and their impact on property value.

Course 2 • 7 Hours

Appraising Homes After Natural Disaster

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 7-hour CE course on appraising properties affected by natural disasters, covering damage assessment, market impact, and valuation adjustments.

Course 3 • 7 Hours

Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 7-hour CE course on recognizing and avoiding valuation bias and complying with federal fair housing laws and regulations in appraisal practice.

Course 4 • 7 Hours

2026-2027 7-Hour National USPAP Continuing Education Course

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

The required 7-hour National USPAP Update for the 2026-2027 cycle, covering the latest changes to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice.

Course 5 • 14 Hours

A Review of Appraisal Approaches and Techniques

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 14-hour CE course reviewing the cost, income, and sales-comparison approaches alongside current appraisal techniques.

Course 6 • 7 Hours

Appraisal Economics and Value

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 7-hour CE course on the economic principles and market forces that influence real property value.

Course 7 • 3 Hours

Appraisal Ethics and Valuation Bias

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 3-hour CE course on appraiser ethics and identifying and avoiding valuation bias in practice.

Course 8 • 3 Hours

Appraisal Statistics

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 3-hour CE course on the statistical concepts and methods used in real property appraisal.

Course 9 • 4 Hours

Appraisal Technology and GSE Appraisal Review

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 4-hour CE course on appraisal technology tools and government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) appraisal review requirements.

Course 10 • 3 Hours

Appraising Energy-Efficient and Green Homes

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 3-hour CE course on valuing energy-efficient and green-built homes and their distinguishing features.

Course 11 • 6 Hours

Characteristics Influencing Appraisals

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 6-hour CE course on the property and market characteristics that influence appraised value.

Course 12 • 4 Hours

Reviewing Appraisal Valuation Procedures

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 4-hour CE course reviewing core valuation procedures and their correct application.

Course 13 • 7 Hours

Reviewing Property Ownership and Real Estate Markets

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 7-hour CE course reviewing ownership interests, property rights, and real estate market analysis.

Course 14 • 5 Hours

Reviewing Real Estate Title, Transfers, and Contracts

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 5-hour CE course reviewing title, property transfers, and the contracts appraisers encounter.

Course 15 • 7 Hours

The Appraiser's Tech Toolkit

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A 7-hour CE course on the digital tools and technology that support modern appraisal work.

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Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Appraiser

Follow these 4 simple steps to start your appraisal career in California

49 Total Hours
$895 Course Cost
4 Simple Steps
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Verify Your CE Requirements

Check your state appraiser board for your renewal cycle and required continuing education hours.

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Complete the 7-Hour National USPAP Update

Take the required 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course to stay current with the latest appraisal standards.

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Complete Your Remaining CE Hours

Finish the remaining continuing education hours needed to satisfy your state's requirement for the cycle.

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Submit Your License Renewal

Submit your completed CE and renewal application to your state appraiser board before your deadline.

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Robert Harrison

Certified General Appraiser, MAI

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25+ years in residential and commercial property valuation.

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Linda Martinez

Certified Residential Appraiser, SRA

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18+ years specializing in residential appraisal and USPAP compliance.

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Thomas Wright

Certified General Appraiser

20+ Years

20+ years in market analysis and appraisal review processes.

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Carol Bennett

Licensed Appraiser, ASA

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15+ years teaching AQB-approved appraisal courses and mentoring trainees.

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What Our Students Say
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The USPAP course was thorough and the instructors made complex standards easy to understand. I felt fully prepared for my trainee license application.

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Coming from real estate sales, the appraisal courses gave me a whole new perspective on property valuation. Great investment in my career development!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our appraisal courses

How many continuing education hours do appraisers need?

Most states follow the AQB minimum of 14 hours of continuing education per two-year cycle, including the 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course. Confirm exact requirements with your state appraiser board.

Yes. Our appraiser continuing education includes the required 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course.

Appraiser licenses are typically renewed on a two-year cycle, though exact renewal dates and requirements vary by state.

Yes. Our appraiser CE is delivered 100% online and self-paced so you can complete it on any device, anytime.

Yes. You receive a certificate of completion for each course, which you can use to document your continuing education for renewal.

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