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Real Estate Appraiser
Governing Authority
Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation - Real Estate Appraisers
Official website →75 hrs
TRAINEE ED.
150 hrs
LICENSED RES. ED.
1,500 hrs
CERT. RES. EXP.
3,000 hrs
CERT. GEN. EXP.
Real estate appraiser licensing follows a tiered path. Each level builds on the previous one with additional education and experience.
Scope: May appraise only those properties that the supervisory appraiser is permitted to appraise. Must work under direct supervision at all times.
Degree: No college degree required
Scope: Non-complex 1-4 unit residential properties with transaction value up to $1,000,000. Complex 1-4 unit residential properties up to $250,000. Non-residential properties with transaction value up to $250,000.
Degree: Associate degree or higher from an accredited institution, or equivalent as determined by AQB
Scope: All 1-4 unit residential properties regardless of value or complexity. Non-residential properties with transaction value up to $250,000.
Degree: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
Scope: All types of real property regardless of value or complexity, including commercial, industrial, agricultural, and residential properties.
Complete required qualifying education (75-300 hours depending on tier)
Submit application to the Vermont Board of Real Estate Appraisers with required fees
Complete background check
Gain required experience hours under a certified supervisory appraiser
Pass the appropriate national Uniform Licensing & Certification Exam
Receive license and register on ASC National Registry
Minimum Age
18 years old
Background Check
Background check required as part of the application process.
Fingerprinting
Not required
USPAP Requirement
15-hour National USPAP Course required for initial licensing. 7-hour USPAP Update Course required every 2 years for renewal.
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Vermont issues Trainee credentials in 3 categories matching the supervisor's tier: Licensed Residential Trainee, Certified Residential Trainee, and Certified General Trainee. Trainee renewal is ANNUAL by October 31 (unique — main appraiser credentials renew biennially May 31 of even years).
Online courses: Allowed
Trainees gain experience under supervision — no experience required to become a trainee
No exam required at this level
Must work under a certified supervisory appraiser. Supervisor must directly supervise trainee on each appraisal assignment. Supervisor must review and sign all trainee reports.
Max trainees per supervisor: 3
Must hold a certified license (Certified Residential or Certified General) in good standing. Must complete AQB-compliant Supervisory Appraiser/Trainee Appraiser course.
May appraise only those properties that the supervisory appraiser is permitted to appraise. Must work under direct supervision at all times.
MAJOR — Per Vermont OPR Fee Schedule effective 7/1/2025, the Licensed Real Estate Appraiser credential (license code 078) is no longer available to NEW applicants. Existing licensees may continue to renew at $275 biennially (May 31 of even years). New applicants must pursue Certified Residential or Certified General credentials.
Online courses: Allowed
1,000 hours of appraisal experience obtained over a minimum of 6 months.
Exam: Uniform Licensing & Certification Exam — Licensed Residential
Provider: AQB-approved testing provider
Passing score: Pass/fail as determined by AQB exam standards
No college degree required
AQB does not require a degree at this level
Non-complex 1-4 unit residential properties with transaction value up to $1,000,000. Complex 1-4 unit residential properties up to $250,000. Non-residential properties with transaction value up to $250,000.
Online courses: Allowed
1,500 hours of appraisal experience obtained over a minimum of 12 months.
Exam: Uniform Licensing & Certification Exam — Certified Residential
Provider: AQB-approved testing provider
Passing score: Pass/fail as determined by AQB exam standards
Associate degree or higher from an accredited institution, or equivalent as determined by AQB
Vermont follows AQB minimum: Associate degree for Certified Residential
All 1-4 unit residential properties regardless of value or complexity. Non-residential properties with transaction value up to $250,000.
Online courses: Allowed
1,500 hours must be in non-residential appraisal work
3,000 hours of appraisal experience obtained over a minimum of 18 months, with at least 1,500 hours in non-residential appraisal work.
Exam: Uniform Licensing & Certification Exam — Certified General
Provider: AQB-approved testing provider
Passing score: Pass/fail as determined by AQB exam standards
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
Vermont follows AQB minimum: Bachelor's degree for Certified General
All types of real property regardless of value or complexity, including commercial, industrial, agricultural, and residential properties.
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| Tier | Application | Exam | Background | Registry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trainee | $115 | — | $50 | — |
| Licensed Residential | $200 | — | — | $40 |
| Certified Residential | $315 | — | — | $40 |
| Certified General | $315 | — | — | $40 |
The National Registry fee ($40/year) is paid to the federal Appraisal Subcommittee (ASC) and applies to all appraisers performing federally-related transactions.
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CE Hours Per Cycle
28 hours
(AQB minimum: 28 hrs)
Renewal Cycle
2 years
USPAP Update
7-Hour USPAP Update required each cycle
Renewal Fee
$275
Biennial renewal fee for Licensed Residential, Certified Residential, and Certified General appraisers (due May 31 of even years). Trainee renewal is $115 ANNUALLY due October 31. Per Vermont OPR Fee Schedule effective 7/1/2025.
28 hours of continuing education every 2 years. Must include the 7-hour National USPAP Update Course. Main appraiser credentials renew biennially May 31 of even years; Trainee credentials renew annually October 31 (unique structure).
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Vermont may grant credentials to appraisers holding current credentials in other states, provided qualifications meet or exceed Vermont requirements.
Temporary practice: Temporary practice permits are available for out-of-state appraisers to perform appraisal assignments in Vermont on a limited basis.
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Important: Federal Requirement for Appraisers
All state-licensed and state-certified appraisers who perform appraisals in connection with federally related transactions must be listed on the ASC National Registry.
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Unique to Vermont
Vermont's Board of Real Estate Appraisers operates under the Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) within the Secretary of State's office, which is a less common administrative arrangement. Vermont's seasonal vacation property markets present unique appraisal challenges related to resort and recreation-oriented properties.
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Official Sources
RE Appraiser requirements in Vermont verified against Vermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation - Real Estate Appraisers, April 2026.
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