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WLAC California Appraiser Career Experience Practicum


WLAC CA ACE Practicum

A Revolutionary Approach to Licensing

Forget the traditional supervisory model—our hands-on practicum program provides direct, practical experience, helping you fast-track your journey toward appraisal licensure in California. With real-world lab and fieldwork, this program makes appraisal licensing accessible, preparing you for Residential License Appraiser and Certified Residential License Appraiser licenses.

Two Programs To Advance Your Career

  • Residential License Appraiser Practicum I 
    • Duration: 1 year
    • Experience Hours: 1,000
    • Focus: Learn the basics and gain field experience.
  • Certified Residential License Appraiser Practicum II
    • Duration: 6 Months
    • Experience Hours: 500
    • Focus: Elevate your skills with advanced techniques.

Chose a Pre-Qualifying Path to Get Started:

  1. West Los Angeles College Real Estate Courses
    1. Real Estate 07: Real Estate Finance I 

    2. Real Estate 09: Real Estate Appraisal I 

    3. Real Estate 10: Real Estate Appraisal II 

    4. Real Estate 39: Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal (USPAP) 

    5. Real Estate 40: Residential Report Writing and Case Studies 

      These additional classes will be required to apply for licensing. 
    6. Vocational Education 197CE: Supervisor/Trainee Appraiser 
    7. Vocational Education 198CE: Federal & State Laws and Regs. for CA Appraisers 
  2. BREA Appraiser Trainee
  3. CA Residential Licensed Appraiser

Why This Program Stands Out:

  • Hands-On Training: Gain practical experience in appraising residential properties. 

  • Industry-Ready Skills: Meet the standards of the California Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA). 
  • Career Advancement: Prepare for Residential and Certified Residential Appraiser Licenses. 
  • Expert Mentorship: Learn from seasoned appraisers and real estate professionals. 
Replaces supervisory model, hands on training, flexibility, achievements

Getting Started:

Please complete our interest form below and we will let you know when applications open. Visit West Los Angeles College California Appraiser Career Experience Practicum Interest Form for more details or contact DeAnna Gossett at (310) 297-4229 or gossetd@laccd.edu or Chantal Grayson at (310) 287-4378 or graysoc@laccd.edu. 

Replaces supervisory model, hands on training, flexibility, achievements