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We offer an Appraiser & Umpire Class and Examination for Certification, available at various events throughout the year in a controlled setting. There are several upcoming events that will provide certification opportunities.  The online test has no extra charge, but participants must have a mobile device, like a tablet or laptop, with 1-2 hours of battery life. Events typically begin at 8 am and conclude by 5 pm.

Non-members may attend the IAUA class, take the certification exam, and obtain their results; nonmembers are not certified.  IAUA members agree to abide by the Bylaws and Code of Ethics and Certification is conferred only to an IAUA member in good standing that has successfully passed the exam.  IAUA requires one to initially be certified as Appraiser; members must hold the Certified Appraiser designation for six months to be eligible to sit for the Umpire exam.

Members holding the “Certified Property Insurance Appraiser (CPIA), “Certified Property Insurance Umpire (CPIU)” or “Certified Property Appraiser and Umpire (CPAU)” are listed in our Certified Directory

Event Cancellation Policy

More than 30 days: Full refund or transfer to another IAUA event.
30 to 8 days: Refund minus $100 processing charge or full IAUA event credit.
7 to 3 days: $100 credit for a future event.
2 days or less: No refund or credit.

As a nonprofit, we make financial commitments for venue, catering, and event logistics based on registrations. Because of these costs, we are unable to offer full refunds close to the event.

    • February 19, 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • February 20, 2025
    • 12:00 PM
    • Streamsong Resort, 1000 Streamsong Dr, Bowling Green, FL 33834
    • 14
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    IAUA Appraisal Conference

    StreamSong Resort

    Day 1 - Wednesday February 19

    Morning

    • Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Welcome & Introductions
    • Amount of Loss, Disputes and Potential Means of Resolution
    • IAUA Founding, Mission, History
    • Legal Issues in Appraisal - Global Perspective/Florida Focus: 
    • Lunch (provided)
    Afternoon Sessions
      • Become the Appraiser/Umpire You Would Hire - Chip Merlin
        • 1-hour Ethics/Motivational Presentation to Up Your Game
      • Who May Serve as Appraiser, Who Should?
      • Repair vs Replace, is Causation Coverage?
      • Rendering an Effective Appraisal Award - some PR takeaway
    Evening
    • Reception (follows discussion)


    Day 2 - Thursday February 20

    Morning

    • Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Certification Class - addresses Appraiser and Umpire

    Late Morning

    • Certification Exams (proctored): 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
      (Requires device operable on battery for 60 minutes)

    Registration Options (all subject to availability)

    Early Bird open thru Jan 19
    Regular open Jan 20 - Feb 16
    Walk-up registration after Feb 16

    Cancellation Policy

    More than 30 days: Full refund or transfer to another event.
    30 to 8 days: Refund minus $100 processing fee or full IAUA event credit.
    7 to 3 days: $100 credit for a future event.
    2 days or less: No refund or credit.

    As a nonprofit, we make financial commitments for venue, catering, and event logistics based on registrations. Because of these costs, we are unable to offer full refunds close to the event.

    Dress Code

    Dress code for all IAUA events is "Smart Casual" unless a stricter dress code is required by our host location. Please dress like a professional - no shorts or t-shirts with large graphics on them. 

    Accommodations

    Go to StreamSong's Website to book lodging, or call (888) 534-2045.

    • March 25, 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • March 26, 2025
    • 12:00 PM
    • Petroleum Club of Houston - 1201 Louisiana St f35, Houston, TX 77002
    • 22
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    IAUA Appraisal Conference

    Petroleum Club of Houston

    Day 1 - Tuesday March 25

    Morning

    • Check-in & Breakfast (provided) on the 25th floor: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Welcome & Introductions
    • Amount of Loss, Disputes and Potential Means of Resolution
    • IAUA Founding, Mission, History
    • Legal Issues in Appraisal - Global Perspective: 
    • Lunch (provided)
    Afternoon Sessions
      • Who May Serve as Appraiser, Who Should?
      • Unique Elements of Loss in Appraisal
      • Repair vs Replace, is Causation Coverage?
      • Rendering an Effective Appraisal Award - some PR takeaway
    Evening
    • Reception (follows discussion)

    Day 2 - Wednesday March 26

    Morning

    • Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Certification Class - addresses Appraiser and Umpire

    Late Morning

    • Certification Exams (proctored): 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
      (Requires device operable on battery for 60 minutes)

    Registration Options (all subject to availability)

    Early Bird open thru Feb 25
    Regular open Feb 26 - Mar 21
    Walk-up registration after March 21

    Cancellation Policy

    More than 30 days: Full refund or transfer to another event.
    30 to 8 days: Refund minus $100 processing fee or full IAUA event credit.
    7 to 3 days: $100 credit for a future event.
    2 days or less: No refund or credit.

    As a nonprofit, we make financial commitments for venue, catering, and event logistics based on registrations. Because of these costs, we are unable to offer full refunds close to the event.

    Dress Code

    Dress code for all IAUA events is "Smart Casual" unless a stricter dress code is required by our host location. Please dress like a professional - no shorts or t-shirts with large graphics on them.

    The Petroleum Club of Houston has a strict dress code - please be sure to follow it!

    Parking

    Physical Parking Lot Address: 1225 Louisiana Street
    Metered pay self-parking rate is $10.00 - $30.00


    Accommodations

    Petroleum Club does not have lodging; please arrange your own.

    • April 22, 2025
    • 8:00 AM
    • April 23, 2025
    • 12:00 PM
    • Westin O'Hare, 6100 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018
    • 24
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    IAUA Appraisal Conference

    Westin O'Hare

    Day 1 - Tuesday April 22

    Morning

    • Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Welcome & Introductions
    • Amount of Loss, Disputes and Potential Means of Resolution
    • IAUA Founding, Mission, History
    • Lunch (provided)
    Afternoon Sessions
      • Who May Serve as Appraiser, Who Should?
      • Unique Elements of Loss in Appraisal
      • Repair vs Replace, is Causation Coverage?
      • Rendering an Effective Appraisal Award - some PR takeaway
    Evening
    • Reception (follows discussion)


    Day 2 - Wednesday April 23

    Morning

    • Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Certification Class - addresses Appraiser and Umpire

    Late Morning

    • Certification Exams (proctored): 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
      (Requires device operable on battery for 60 minutes)

    Registration Options (all subject to availability)

    Early Bird open thru Apr 13

    Regular open Apr 14 - May 10

    Walk-up registration after May 10

    Cancellation Policy

    More than 30 days: Full refund or transfer to another event.
    30 to 8 days: Refund minus $100 processing fee or full IAUA event credit.
    7 to 3 days: $100 credit for a future event.
    2 days or less: No refund or credit.

    As a nonprofit, we make financial commitments for venue, catering, and event logistics based on registrations. Because of these costs, we are unable to offer full refunds close to the event.

    Dress Code

    Dress code for all IAUA events is "Smart Casual" unless a stricter dress code is required by our host location. Please dress like a professional - no shorts or t-shirts with large graphics on them.

    Accommodations

    A limited number of rooms is available at the conference rate $219/night,

    CLICK HERE to Book your lodging or contact the hotel at  (847) 698-6000 and mention the IAUA Conference. 

    • May 07, 2025
    • 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    • Westin Westminster, 10600 Westminster Blvd, Westminster, CO 80020
    • 34
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    IAUA Appraisal Conference

    Westin Westminster

    Wednesday May 7

    Morning

    • Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
    • Welcome & Introductions
    • Amount of Loss, Disputes and Potential Means of Resolution
    • IAUA Founding, Mission, History
    • Legal Issues in Appraisal - Global Perspective, CO Focus: 
    • will discuss legal considerations in appraisal.
      • Lunch (provided)
      Afternoon Sessions
      • Who May Serve as Appraiser, Who Should?
      • Changes to Polices - Roof Schedule, Cosmetic Damage, etc
      • Certification Class - Interactive Presentation
      • Certification Exams (proctored): 5:00 - 5:30 PM
        • (Requires device operable on battery for 60 minutes)
      Evening
      • Reception (follows exams)

      Registration (subject to availability)

      Early Bird open thru April 7
      Regular open Apr 8 - May 2
      Walk-up registration after May 2

      Cancellation Policy

      More than 30 days: Full refund or transfer to another event.
      30 to 8 days: Refund minus $100 processing fee or full IAUA event credit.
      7 to 3 days: $100 credit for a future event.
      2 days or less: No refund or credit.

      As a nonprofit, we make financial commitments for venue, catering, and event logistics based on registrations. Because of these costs, we are unable to offer full refunds close to the event.

      Dress Code

      Dress code for all IAUA events is "Smart Casual" unless a stricter dress code is required by our host location. Please dress like a professional - no shorts or t-shirts with large graphics on them. 

      Accommodations

      There are a limited number of rooms available at the conference rate. Link coming soon to book your hotel room at the conference rate of $ per night, or call  and mention the IAUA Conference for the group rate.

      • June 17, 2025
      • 8:00 AM
      • June 19, 2025
      • 12:00 PM
      • Las Vegas - venue and dates coming soon
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      IAUA Appraisal Conference

      Las Vegas - regis dates and venue coming soon

      Day 1 - June date coming soon

      Morning

      • Check-in & Breakfast (provided) 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
      • Welcome & Introductions
      • Amount of Loss, Disputes and Potential Means of Resolution
      • IAUA Founding, Mission, History
      • Legal Issues in Appraisal - Global Perspective: 
      • Lunch (provided)
      Afternoon Sessions
        • Who May Serve as Appraiser, Who Should?
        • Unique Elements of Loss in Appraisal
        • Repair vs Replace, is Causation Coverage?
        • Rendering an Effective Appraisal Award - some PR takeaway
      Evening
      • Reception (follows discussion)

      Day 2 - June date coming soon

      Morning

      • Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
      • Certification Class - addresses Appraiser and Umpire

      Late Morning

      • Certification Exams (proctored): 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
        (Requires device operable on battery for 60 minutes)

      Registration Options (all subject to availability)

      Early Bird open thru May 16
      Regular open May 17 - Jun 13
      Walk-up registration after June 13

      Cancellation Policy

      More than 30 days: Full refund or transfer to another event.
      30 to 8 days: Refund minus $100 processing fee or full IAUA event credit.
      7 to 3 days: $100 credit for a future event.
      2 days or less: No refund or credit.

      As a nonprofit, we make financial commitments for venue, catering, and event logistics based on registrations. Because of these costs, we are unable to offer full refunds close to the event.

      Dress Code

      Dress code for all IAUA events is "Smart Casual" unless a stricter dress code is required by our host location. Please dress like a professional - no shorts or t-shirts with large graphics on them.

      Accommodations

      Las Vegas - Venue coming soon

      • October 01, 2025
      • 8:00 AM
      • October 02, 2025
      • 12:00 PM
      • Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square, 25 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603
      • 40

      IAUA Appraisal Conference

      Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

      Day 1 - Wednesday October 1

      Morning

      • Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
      • Welcome & Introductions
      • Amount of Loss, Disputes and Potential Means of Resolution
      • IAUA Founding, Mission, History
      • Legal Issues in Appraisal - Global Perspective: 
      • Lunch (provided)
      Afternoon Sessions
        • Who May Serve as Appraiser, Who Should?
        • Unique Elements of Loss in Appraisal
        • Repair vs Replace, is Causation Coverage?
        • Rendering an Effective Appraisal Award - some PR takeaway
      Evening
      • Reception (follows discussion)


      Day 2 - Thursday October 2

      Morning

      • Check-in & Breakfast (provided): 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
      • Certification Class - addresses Appraiser and Umpire

      Late Morning

      • Certification Exams (proctored): 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
        (Requires device operable on battery for 60 minutes)

      Registration Options (subject to availability)

      Early Bird open thru September 2
      Regular open Sep 3 - Sep 26
      Walk-up registration after September 26

      Cancellation Policy

      More than 30 days: Full refund or transfer to another event.
      30 to 8 days: Refund minus $100 processing fee or full IAUA event credit.
      7 to 3 days: $100 credit for a future event.
      2 days or less: No refund or credit.

      As a nonprofit, we make financial commitments for venue, catering, and event logistics based on registrations. Because of these costs, we are unable to offer full refunds close to the event.

      Dress Code

      Dress code for all IAUA events is "Smart Casual" unless a stricter dress code is required by our host location. Please dress like a professional - no shorts or t-shirts with large graphics on them. 

      Accommodations

      There are a limited number of rooms available at the conference rate. Link coming soon to book your hotel room at the conference rate of $ per night, or call (717) 239-1600 and mention the IAUA Conference for the group rate.


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