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Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations

$199
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Elective Hours: 8 State Specific: 0 Total Hours: 8
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State Requirements

This 8-hour AQB CAP approved course meets the Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations Outline from the Real Property Qualification Criteria for Qualifying Education when earning or upgrading a credential after January 1, 2026.

This eight-hour qualifying education course for aspiring appraisal professionals provides a thorough introduction to valuation bias and its significance in the real estate industry. You’ll examine the historical and contemporary factors that contribute to bias, explore key federal fair housing laws and regulations, and develop strategies to identify and avoid bias in property valuation. By understanding these critical concepts, you’ll gain insight into how ethical and unbiased appraisals contribute to fairness and equity in the housing market.

Through detailed case studies, engaging inquiries, and practical applications, this course lays the groundwork for aligning your future practice with professional standards and legal requirements. Whether you’re preparing for certification or building a strong foundation for your appraisal career, this course will help you develop the knowledge and skills essential for success in the field.

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State Requirements For Nevada

Nevada State Requirement Details for Registered Intern

Hours Required by the State: 90 hours

  • 30-hours - Basic Appraisal Practices
  • 30-hours - Basic Appraisal Principles
  • 15-hours - USPAP Course - 15 hours
  • 8-hours - Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course*
  • 4-hours - Supervisory Appraiser/Trainee Appraiser Course
  • 3-hours - Nevada Appraisal Law

*Effective January 1, 2026, an 8-Hour Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course is required for Qualifying Education when earning or upgrading a credential.

Licensing Exam: The licensing exam is administered by PearsonVue. Registration for the state licensing exam is an entirely separate process from proctoring for your course final exam. For instructions to register for your state licensing exam and further information, please click here.

·         8-hour Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course*

The CE Shop’s Offering: 90 Hours

  • 30-hours - Basic Appraisal Practices
  • 30-hours - Basic Appraisal Principles
  • 15-hours - USPAP Course - 15 hours
  • 8-hours - Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course
  • 4-hours - Supervisory Appraiser/Trainee Appraiser Course
  • 3-hours - Nevada Appraisal Law

Reporting: The state does not require schools to report course completions.

Expiration Date of Course: Course expiration dates vary by course. Each individual course will have an expiration date listed in your account. See Terms & Conditions for more details.

Certificates: Immediately upon course completions, The CE Shop will provide students with an electronic copy of the course certificate of completion. Certificates will remain in your account for a minimum of five years, should you need additional copies at a later time. Please refer to your application to determine if you need to submit your certificate(s) of completion. Course completion dates are recorded using Central Standard Time. Please note that the date on your certificate of completion will reflect this.

Proctored Final Exam: The state requires your final exam to be proctored. You’ll need to schedule an appointment with a proctor in advance. You can find full details of the proctoring process here. Upon passing the final course exam, you will be asked to sign an affidavit verifying your identity as the student who completed the course and the final course exam. 

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Nevada Real Estate Division

Street Address: 3300 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 350, Las Vegas, Nevada 89102

Telephone: 702.486.4033

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