Become An Appraiser

To become an licensed/certified appraiser in the State of Utah, you will want to do the following:

• Contact the Division of Real Estate at 801-530-6747 or Division of Real Estate for licensing requirements.  The Division of Real Estate is the licensing entity for appraisers.  Any questions you have on licensure, including approved education and mentorship requirements should be directed to them.  You must obtain 75 hours of education before you sign up as a trainee with the State of Utah.

• Contact an approved school for your education.  The Appraisal Institute is a nationwide organization that provides the highest quality pre-licensure and continuing education available.  For upcoming classes, please check our educational offerings at: http://www.appraisalinstitute.org/education/Utah.aspx. Always check with the Division of Real Estate on educational requirements. 

• Education - The three courses, provided by the Appraisal Institute, to obtain your 75 hours of trainee education are:  

• Basic Appraisal Principles

• Basic Appraisal Procedures

• 15-hour USPAP Course

• These courses will be offered online at http://www.appraisalinstitute.org/education/online_education.aspx

• Contact a mentor.  Check with the Division of Real Estate on this requirement.  The mentorship/apprentice relationship is your responsibility to procure and the agreement is between you and the mentor.  Be certain you have your 75 hours of education before you sign up as a trainee.

Note:  Information on this page is taken from the Division of Real Estate website at http://www.realestate.utah.gov/.  Check this website for current information.