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There is no fixed number of hours required for a practicum course. Each course provider sets the total number of hours when applying for course approval. The Appraiser Qualification Board (AQB) allows up to 100% of required experience hours to come from one or more practicum courses&#x2014;as long as they are approved and meet the The Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria (Criteria).

There is no fixed number of hours required for a practicum course. Each course provider sets the total number of hours when applying for course approval. The Appraiser Qualification Board (AQB) allows up to 100% of required experience hours to come f

How many experience hours can I earn through a practicum course?

Practicum

Is the Foundation a government agency?

Does the Foundation receive direct federal funding through congressional appropriation?

Does the Foundation advocate on behalf of appraisers?

About The Appraisal Foundation®

Do the Foundation’s boards take input from the public or regulators when developing the standards and qualifications?

Do the boards use subject matter experts when making decisions regarding the standards and qualifications?

What is the difference between the Foundation’s 3 Boards?

Does the Board of Trustees direct what changes are made to the standards and qualifications?

About the Boards

How do I become an appraiser?

How can I find a supervisor?

Can states exceed the qualification criteria set by the AQB?

Aspiring Appraisers

Where can I find an appraiser?

How can I file a complaint against an appraiser?

What is the difference between the 7-hour and 15-hour USPAP® courses?

Consumers of Appraisal Services

Is the new Fair Housing and Valuation Bias Course in the 2026 Criteria still going to be required?

Where can I find and take courses to become an appraiser or maintain my credential/designation?

What materials/books do I need for USPAP® courses?

How do I file a complaint against a USPAP® Instructor?

Courses

How much does a practicum differ from other ways to gain experience?

Where can I find an approved practicum course?

Does a practicum course count toward experience hours?

Are practicum courses a new option?

Who approves a practicum course?

What must a practicum course include to meet the Criteria?

Is there additional guidance for course developers?

Do I need both AQB and state approval?

What is the AQB approval process through CAP?

Will a CAP-approved practicum be accepted by all states?

Is USPAP® required for all types of appraisers?

Do PAREA® participants also need to follow USPAP®?

Does USPAP® control how appraisal reporting forms are developed and written, what they say, or how they should be used?

USPAP®

How much does the Instructor Certification Course (ICC) cost?

I have registered for the ICC. How do I obtain the Instructor ICC material?

What is the Foundation's ICC cancellation policy?

What if I am a business or personal property appraiser, can I apply to the program?

When will the ICC be offered?

After Attending the Instructor Certification Course

USPAP® Instructor Certification

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