Appraiser License Types in Hawaii
Hawaii recognizes three different levels of appraisal licensure, so it’s important to understand the differences as each has their own unique qualifications. The three license types are:
Appraiser Eligibility Highlights |
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Be at least 18 years old |
Proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. National Status, or Alien Status |
Pass a Background Check and other criminal history requirements |
Hawaii Real Estate Appraiser Trainee
Like most states, Hawaii offers a pilot program to help potential appraisers begin their path toward becoming fully licensed. Known as an appraiser trainee, this is the first level you can achieve before you can become fully licensed and start performing valuation services on real property – including appraising homes – on your own. You must work under the direct supervision of a certified appraiser.
Qualifying Education Hours Required | Required Experience Hours Working Under a Certified Appraiser | College Degree Requirement | Exam Requirement | Background Check |
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75 hours of qualifying appraisal education 4 hours of a Trainee/Supervisor Appraiser course | None required, though you will need to associate with a Supervisory Appraiser before receiving your trainee license. | Not required | Not required | Required |
Hawaii State Licensed Appraiser
State Licensed Appraisers may provide appraisal services in transactions with 1-4-unit residential properties without regard to value or complexity. In some cases, they may also provide appraisal services on other types of property if in compliance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice and if they are cosigned by a certified general appraiser.
Qualifying Education Hours Required | Required Experience Hours Working Under a Certified Appraiser | College Degree Requirement | Exam Requirement | Background Check |
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200 hours total (only 125 hours if you already have your Appraiser Trainee license) | 1,500 hours in no less than 12 months | Must hold a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university | Must pass National Uniform Licensing Examination for State Licensed Appraisers | Required |
Hawaii Certified General Appraiser
A certified general appraiser license is the highest level of appraiser license you can achieve in Hawaii. They can provide appraisal services in transactions with all types of residential or commercial real property without regard to value or complexity.
Qualifying Education Hours Required | Required Experience Hours Working Under a Certified Appraiser | College Degree Requirement | Exam Requirement | Background Check |
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300 hours total (only 225 hours if you already have your Appraiser Trainee license) | 3,000 hours in no less than 18 months, where a minimum of 1,500 hours must be obtained in non-residential appraisal work | Must hold a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university | Must pass National Uniform Licensing Examination for Certified General Appraisers | Required |
State Certified General Real Estate Appraiser
State certified general real estate appraisers are the highest level of appraiser professionals. They can appraise all types of residential or commercial property without regard to value or complexity.
Qualifying Education Hours Required | Required Experience Hours Working Under a Certified Appraiser | College Degree Requirement | Exam Requirement | Background Check |
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300 hours (only 225 hours are required to upgrade after receiving your appraiser assistant license) | 3,000 hours in no less than 24 months | Must have bachelor's degree or higher in any field and from any accredited college or university | Must pass National Uniform Licensing Examination for Certified General Appraisers | Not required, but must answer background check questions on application and submit documentation if needed |
