- Qualifying Education
- Class Time: 27 hours
- Exam Hours: 3.00
- Check in: 8:00-8:30am (First day only)
- Class begins: 8:30am
- Instructor: Mark V. Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS
Course Materials Include:

- Course Handbook (489 pp.)
- Solutions Booklet and Self-Study Problems (396 pp.)
- Case Study Solutions (48 pp.)
- Symbols & Formulas (18 pp.)
The Appraisal Institute is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors.
State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: nasba.org.
Delivery Method: Group-Live
You will be asked to clear the calculator’s memory before and after the examination. Only one calculator is permitted in the testing room. Examinees taking most AI exams may bring their own calculator to use during the exam. Laptops, cellular phones, tablets, iPads, wearable technology (smart watch, Apple Watch, Google Glass, etc.), and other devices that can store data or connect to the Internet are NOT permitted during the exam. In addition, all watches, wallets, bags, and purses must be removed and stored out of reach prior to taking the exam.
Cancellation Policy
- Up To 15 days prior to program start date, refund in full.
- 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
- Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.
We reserve the right to cancel, limit, or reschedule the course and to change faculty assignments and facility locations at any time. Prospective students should confirm their registration before making any non-refundable airline reservations.
Additional Information
Coffee, tea and water throughout the day…no other food included. Students are on their own for lunch.
Tuition includes download version of class materials only, there are additional charges for shipping of the printed copy of materials.
Certificates of Completion will be e-mailed from the National office in Chicago upon submission of the on-line Instructor Evaluation.
Hotel Accommodations
For room accommodations contact the Holiday Inn Express/Suites [formerly the Best Western), 875 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh PA 15220 (412-922-7070). Discounted room rate per night, advise that you are with Appraisal Institute when making your reservation. The Holiday Inn offers a continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, fitness room and pool.
Questions? Contact Kari Ballenger at 412-563-1900 or karib@realtorspgh.com
National Disclaimer
State Credit
Please note that 100% attendance is required in order to receive any approved state credit or to be awarded AI CE points. It is imperative that you check with your state board for state approval information before completing registration.
Other Information
If you have a disability and require accommodation, please notify the sponsor at least two weeks in advance for reasonable accommodations to be arranged.
The Appraisal Institute reserves the rights to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change instructor assignments and facility locations at any time.