Instructor-led certification programs, state licensing preparation and continuing education for insurance appraisal professionals.
AUA offers four courses: the AUA Certified Appraiser (AUA-CA) and AUA Certified Umpire (AUA-CU) classroom programs (14 hours each), the Iowa State Appraiser & Umpire License Course, and Ethics in Insurance Appraisal (3 CE hours). Courses are led by Neal McLoughlin, EdD with adjunct faculty.
Insurance and appraisal principles, estimating and valuation, the appraisal process and documentation, ethics and conflicts, and an applied case study with award preparation. Followed by the knowledge exam and practical case assessment.
Requirements →The umpire role and appointment, neutrality and conflicts, evidence review, hearings and procedure, and award drafting with a case simulation. Credential Review Committee approval required.
Requirements →Preparation for Iowa's appraiser and umpire licensing. Registration dates to be announced; contact AUA to be notified.
Iowa licensing guide →Required ethics training for all AUA members, covering the AUA Code of Ethics and real-world ethical dilemmas in appraisal and umpire work.
AUA standards →AUA's lead instructor is Neal McLoughlin, EdD. Adjunct faculty bring field experience as appraisers, umpires, adjusters, contractors and coverage attorneys.
Live instructor-led classes, webinars and on-demand CE courses. Members receive discounted or free access to CE courses and certification training materials.
Course dates, pricing and enrollment are managed on the AUA training site. Current prices are posted there when registration opens.