Appraiser Continuing Education Taught by a National Leader in Appraisal Standards and Regulation
Supporting the Profession. Educating the Professional.SM
Live, instructor-led CE courses for residential and commercial appraisers at every license level — delivered in person and via live Zoom, and grounded in more than 30 years of appraisal, standards, and regulatory experience.
Our CE courses are approved for appraiser continuing education in many States across the country — and the list keeps growing. See each course listing for current approvals in your state.
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Courses at a Glance
Practical, discussion-driven classes for residential and commercial practitioners alike — meet your CE requirements and strengthen your day-to-day practice.
7-Hour National USPAP Update Course
Live online via Zoom
In-person where offered
The required update course, taught by an AQB Certified USPAP Instructor who served on the board that writes the standards. Understand what changed, why it changed, and how it applies to the assignments on your desk.
The Appraiser's Guide to the New URAR
Live online via Zoom
In-person where offered
Prepare for the redesigned Uniform Residential Appraisal Report before it reaches your workflow. A practical walk-through of the new dataset and report structure, and what the transition means for residential appraisers.
Kentucky Supervisor & Trainee Appraiser Course
For Kentucky Appraisers
Live online via Zoom
Required education for supervisory appraisers and appraiser trainees in Kentucky. A practical review of supervision responsibilities, trainee experience requirements, and what the Kentucky Real Estate Appraisers Board expects from both parties.
Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws & Regulations
Live online via Zoom
In-person where offered
A clear, practice-focused review of fair housing laws, valuation bias concerns, and what regulators and reviewers look for — taught from the perspective of an experienced appraiser and regulatory investigator.
Meet Your Instructor: Dennis Badger
Dennis Badger brings more than 30 years of real estate appraisal, appraisal review, education, and regulatory experience to every course he teaches. As a Certified General Real Property Appraiser and AQB Certified USPAP Instructor, Dennis is committed to helping appraisers better understand not only what the standards require, but how those standards apply in real-world appraisal practice.
Dennis has served in multiple leadership and regulatory roles within the appraisal profession, including service on the Appraisal Standards Board from 2011 to 2014. He also works extensively in USPAP compliance, appraisal review, complaint analysis, and regulatory education, giving him a practical perspective on the issues appraisers face in their day-to-day work.
Dennis’s instruction is grounded in:
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More than 30 years of appraisal, review, and regulatory experience.
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Service as a former member of the Appraisal Standards Board.
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Extensive experience with USPAP compliance, appraisal investigations, and appraisal review.
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A practical teaching style designed for residential appraisers, commercial appraisers, trainees, reviewers, and regulatory professionals.
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A commitment to supporting the appraisal profession through meaningful, standards-based education.
What Appraisers Say
Verified reviews from licensed and certified appraisers.
★★★★★
“This was one of the very best USPAP courses I have ever attended (appraising for over 40 years!). Absolutely no negative features to discuss.”
Howard Joe Peery, Louisville, KY
Certified Residential Appraiser
★★★★★
“Dennis is a great teacher. Believe it or not, he makes USPAP an enjoyable class.”
Richard Talley, Dothan, AL
Certified General Appraiser
★★★★★
“Dennis is a gifted instructor with solid understanding of the subject matter.”
Stephen Kyles, MAI, Lexington, KY
Certified General Appraiser
★★★★★
“Great class, Very helpful. I will definitely recommend to others. Great instructor!!!”
Renee Allen, Gentry, AR
Certified Residential Appraiser
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Dennis Badger & Associates, Inc.
P.O. Box 34064, Louisville, KY 40232
(859) 252-3445