New CE Courses for Arizona Appraisers: Politically Correct Reporting & Technology in Appraising.
We are excited to announce two new Arizona-approved continuing education courses designed to enhance your professional skills and keep you at the forefront of the appraisal industry.
Course Details
Morning Session (3 CE hours):
"Construct a Politically Correct Report: Avoiding Bias and Racist Words and Comments"
Afternoon Session (3 CE hours):
"Technology & the Appraiser: Leveraging AI and Modern Tools in Appraisal Practice" Date: [Insert specific date]
Location: Zoom
Total CE Credits: 6 hours
Course Highlights
Politically Correct Reporting
Review recent history of bias and racism in real estate and appraising
Learn to recognize and avoid offensive terminology
Line-by-line URAR report review for unbiased language
Receive a comprehensive list of objectionable terms and their alternatives
Problematic Phrases to Avoid (Sampling)
Neighborhood Descriptions
"Good" or "bad" neighborhood
"Desirable" or "undesirable" area
Property Characteristics
"Pride of ownership"
"Handyman special"
Demographic References
Any mentions of race, ethnicity, religion, or family status
"Gentrification"
Subjective Qualifiers
"Safe" or "unsafe"
"Up-and-coming"
A complete extended list of words and terms, along with alternatives, is part of this class
Technology & the Appraiser
Explore the impact of AI on appraisal practices
Learn to effectively use AI resources for research and verification
Discover innovative hardware and software tools to streamline your workflow
Understand the differences between search engines and AI inquiries
New Resource for Attendees
We're thrilled to announce a new website exclusively for course participants. This platform will provide:
Access to course materials
Updated information related to course topics
Additional resources discovered after course delivery
Take advantage of this opportunity to enhance your skills, ensure compliance, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving appraisal industry.
Class Information: Both classes are Arizona-approved for 3-hour CE credit, a total of 6 hours
Take one or both courses
A discount will apply to enrolling in both classes on the same day
Morning - Construct a Politically Correct Report & Afternoon - Technology & the Appraiser
Class dates to be announced