Real estate appraiser licensing guides

Appraiser credentials follow national criteria set by the Appraisal Qualifications Board: trainee, licensed residential, certified residential and certified general, each with its own education, experience and exam requirements. States adopt those criteria and add their own boards, fees, trainee registration and supervisor rules. Our guides explain the levels and walk through what each state requires.

Get licensed

How to become a real estate appraiser in South Carolina: requirements and steps

Learn how to become a real estate appraiser in South Carolina, from 87 hours of qualifying education to the PSI exam, supervised hours, and license renewal.

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Earnings

Real Estate Appraiser Salary: Average Pay by State and License Level

The median real estate appraiser salary was $67,960 in May 2025, with top 10% earning over $122,660. See how appraiser pay varies by state and license level.

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Roles & careers

What does an appraiser do? Duties, process, and career overview

Learn what a real estate appraiser does: research, inspect the property, weigh comparable sales, and deliver an unbiased written value opinion lenders act on.

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License levels

Certified Residential Appraiser and the Four Appraiser Licensing Levels

See how the certified residential appraiser credential compares to the other three levels, from trainee to certified general, on education and experience.

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Trainee

How to become an appraiser trainee: requirements, supervision, and PAREA

Become an appraiser trainee with 83 hours of qualifying education, a supervisor course, and a certified supervisor. Covers the experience log and PAREA.

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USPAP

USPAP: Appraisal Standards, Course Requirements, and Continuing Education

USPAP sets the ethical and performance standards for U.S. appraisers. Learn what it covers, the 15-hour course, and the 7-hour update every two years.

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