Review directories for an online real estate appraisal class Browsing a directory can help you find an appraisal class online.

I recommend:  In addition to discussing minimum requirements for licensing, WorldWideLearn's website includes an appraisal class online list complete with brief summaries of various online course providers. Academic Enterprises asks you to click on your state from their menu for more information about online appraisal schools.

Verify that your state accepts your taking the appraisal class online Some states do not allow test candidates to take an appraisal course online. Some companies only provide courses for certain states. Verify your state's acceptance of the course before signing up.

I recommend:  Career webSchool's home page provides a drop down menu of the various states for which they provide courses. McKissock's website allows you to search licensing information by state and license type.

Research instructors' backgrounds when taking an appraiser course online A little knowledge about the expertise of the professors employed by the appraisal class online provider can give you peace of mind -- knowing you are well prepared to complete the course and ultimately pass your licensing exam. If the information is not available on the company's website, be sure to inquire over the phone or via e-mail

I recommend:  The Van Education Center, or VanEd for short, has a detailed "Meet the VanEd" instructors page. The page includes each instructor's credentials and a brief biography. The Charles Barnes School of Real Estate's, Appraisal & Home Inspection School has a page on its website with one-sentence synopses of every member of its teaching staff.