Aug
8
Sat
Test – 1
Aug 8 all-day
Aug
14
Fri
Test Number 2 @ Chicago Theater
Aug 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Aug
28
Fri
Event Name @ Chicago, IL
Aug 28 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Sep
14
Mon
Test Number 3 @ Chicago Theater
Sep 14 all-day
Nov
5
Thu
Test Number 4 @ Chicago Theater
Nov 5 all-day
Dec
16
Wed
Test Number 5 @ Chicago Theater
Dec 16 all-day
Oct
6
Fri
Test Event 1
Oct 6 all-day

Description of event goes here.

 

Mar
28
Mon
Quantitative Analysis (30 Hours) @ Holiday Inn Express / Suites - Greentree
Mar 28 @ 8:30 am – Apr 1 @ 5:00 pm

Instructor:

Larry T. Wright, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS

Course Materials Include:

  • Course Handbook (462 pp.)
  • Solutions Booklets (158 pp.)
  • Downloads (822 KB)

Please review the FAQs for important information regarding registration and cancellation deadlines; mandatory diagnostic test; online session; and course equivalencies.

Designated members, Candidates for Designation and Practicing Affiliates will receive the discounted AI Price for the MAI designation courses: Advanced Income Capitalization, Advanced Market Analysis and Highest Best Use, Advanced Concepts and Case Studies, and Quantitative Analysis. All others will pay full price.

For more information on how to become a Candidate for Designation, click here.

Important Note: Mandatory Diagnostic Test

Before enrolling in this or any other MAI designation course, you must take a diagnostic test. The Excel diagnostic tests your mastery of solving appraisal problems using spreadsheets. This diagnostic test was intentionally designed to be challenging and ensure participants have adequate Excel skills before taking MAI designation courses. For more information, check out the Diagnostic FAQ.

Excel is used extensively in the MAI designation courses; it is highly recommended that you know how to perform the necessary appraisal functions in Excel to succeed in this course.

The diagnostic test is free and can be taken at any time on your personal computer. To register for the test, please click here.
This course implements a blended learning approach, which includes:
  • A pre-class, 2-hour online session
  • 30 hours of traditional classroom education
  • A 3-hour exam on the 5th morning.
This course is in the Analytics for Valuation Professional Development Program. View this list of FAQs, which includes information regarding the courses you’ll need to complete the program successfully.
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

All cancellations must be submitted in writing and are subject to the cancellation fee below.

  • 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.
  • Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

Additional Information

Course location: 
Holiday Inn Express/Suites – Greentree
875 Greentree Road Pittsburgh, PA 15220
412-922-7070
Check in:8:00-8:30am
Class begins:8:30am
Tuition includes download version of class materials only, there are additional charges for shipping of the printed copy of materials.
Coffee, tea and water throughout the day…no other food included. Students are on their own for lunch.
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. As well as complimentary airport (PIT), in town, and local shuttle service to their quests.
Certificates of Completion will be e-mailed from the National office in Chicago upon submission of the on-line Instructor Evaluation.

Any 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.
Apr
4
Mon
General Report Writing & Case Studies (28 Hours) @ Holiday Inn Express / Suites - Greentree
Apr 4 @ 8:30 am – Apr 7 @ 5:00 pm

Instructor:

Mark V. Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

Course Materials Include:

  • Course Handbook (439 pp.)
  • Solutions Booklet (58 pp.)
  • Extended Writing Assignment Checklist (2 pp.)
  • Student Memo (1 p.)Student Letter (1 p.)

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

All cancellations must be submitted in writing and are subject to the cancellation fee below.

* 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.

* Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

Additional Information

Course location:

Holiday Inn Express/Suites – Greentree

875 Greentree Road Pittsburgh, PA 15220

412-922-7070

 

Check in: 8:00-8:30am

Class begins: 8:30am

 

Tuition includes download version of class materials only, there are additional charges for shipping of the printed copy of materials.

Coffee, tea and water throughout the day…no other food included. Students are on their own for lunch.

 

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. As well as complimentary airport (PIT), in town, and local shuttle service to their quests.

Certificates of Completion will be e-mailed from the National office in Chicago upon submission of the on-line Instructor Evaluation.

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.

May
10
Tue
Ignorance Isn’t Bliss (Understanding an Investigation by A State Appraiser Regulatory Board or Agency) AND PA Rules & Regulations (7 Hours) @ Manufacturer & Business Conference Center
May 10 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Instructor:

Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

 

NOTE! This registration is for the whole day Continuing Education for the following:

  • PA Rules & Regulations – 3 hours (morning)
  • Ignorance Isn’t Bliss: Understanding an Investigation by a Real Estate Appraiser Regulatory board or Agency – 4 hour (afternoon)
  • Lunch is included in the registration fee of $195.00
  • Seminar Materials Include: Seminar Handbook (329 pp.)

Course Location:

Manufacturer & Business Conference Center
2171 West 38th Street
Erie, PA 16508-1925
814-833-3200

  • Check in: 8:00-8:30am
  • Class begins: 8:30am
  • Lunch is included in registration. Freshly baked chocolate cookies in the afternoon!
  • 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.

Any questions contact Kari Ballenger at 412-563-1900 or karib@realtorspgh.com


Disclaimer Information

For the PA Rules & Regulations class.

Chapter Developed Disclaimer

This Educational Program (Program) was developed and organized by the Appraisal Institute Chapter offering the Program with the intent of addressing topic(s) of current local interest solely for educational and informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program.

The content of this Program, including but not limited to any written materials and presenter comments, does not represent the viewpoint of the Appraisal Institute (defined as including but not limited to, the national organization, its Regions, Chapters, members, candidates, affiliates and staff) unless formally adopted by the national Board of Directors. Further, the Appraisal Institute has not peer-reviewed or approved the content of the Program and does not warrant the accuracy or timeliness of the content of the Program. The content of the Program is subject to court decisions and local, state and federal laws and regulations and any such revisions of such laws and regulations.

This Program is presented with the understanding that the Appraisal Institute is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional advice or services. Nothing in the Program is to be construed as the offering of such advice or services. If expert advice or services are required, attendees and readers are responsible for obtaining such advice or services from appropriate professionals

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.

 

PA Rules & Regulations (3 Hours) @ Manufacturer & Business Conference Center
May 10 @ 8:30 am – 11:30 am

Instructor:

Mark Smeltzer, MAI, SRA, AI-RRS

 

Note: THIS IS FOR THE PA RULES & REGULATIONS CLASS ONLY!

Please use the other registration for both classes. PA Rules & Regs and Ignorance Isn’t Bliss

 

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be submitted in writing and are subject to the cancellation fee below.

* 7 – 14 days prior to program start date, $25.00 cancellation fee.

* Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.


Course Location:

Manufacturer & Business Conference Center

2171 West 38th Street

Erie, PA 16508-1925

814-833-3200

 

  • Check in: 8:00-8:30am
  • Class begins: 8:30am
  • Tuition includes download version of class materials. Continental breakfast and lunch included.
  • Certificates of Completion will be e-mailed from the National office in Chicago upon submission of the on-line Instructor Evaluation.

Any questions contact Kari Ballenger at 412-563-1900 or karib@realtorspgh.com


Disclaimer Information

Chapter Developed Disclaimer

This Educational Program (Program) was developed and organized by the Appraisal Institute Chapter offering the Program with the intent of addressing topic(s) of current local interest solely for educational and informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program.

The content of this Program, including but not limited to any written materials and presenter comments, does not represent the viewpoint of the Appraisal Institute (defined as including but not limited to, the national organization, its Regions, Chapters, members, candidates, affiliates and staff) unless formally adopted by the national Board of Directors. Further, the Appraisal Institute has not peer-reviewed or approved the content of the Program and does not warrant the accuracy or timeliness of the content of the Program. The content of the Program is subject to court decisions and local, state and federal laws and regulations and any such revisions of such laws and regulations.

This Program is presented with the understanding that the Appraisal Institute is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional advice or services. Nothing in the Program is to be construed as the offering of such advice or services. If expert advice or services are required, attendees and readers are responsible for obtaining such advice or services from appropriate professionals

National Disclaimer

This Educational Program was developed and organized by the Appraisal Institute Chapter offering the Program with the intent of addressing topic(s) of current local interest solely for educational and informational purposes. The Appraisal Institute national organization was not involved in developing or organizing the Program.

The content of this Program, including but not limited to any written materials and presenter comments, does not represent the viewpoint of the Appraisal Institute (defined as including but not limited to, the national organization, its Regions, Chapters, members, candidates, affiliates and staff) unless formally adopted by the national Board of Directors. Further, the Appraisal Institute has not peer-reviewed or approved the content of the Program and does not warrant the accuracy or timeliness of the content of the Program. The content of the Program is subject to court decisions and local, state and federal laws and regulations and any such revisions of such laws and regulations.

This Program is presented with the understanding that the Appraisal Institute is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional advice or services. Nothing in the Program is to be construed as the offering of such advice or services. If expert advice or services are required, attendees and readers are responsible for obtaining such advice or services from appropriate professionals.

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.