Beyond the Curriculum - How Appraiser Education Comes to Life
01/31/25 • 20 min
What goes into creating top-tier appraisal education? In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, host Kevin Hecht sits down with Jo Traut, Director of Appraisal Training at McKissock Learning, to pull back the curtain on how appraisal courses are designed, developed, and refined to meet the evolving needs of the profession.
From the importance of specialization to the intricate process of crafting engaging, standards-compliant coursework, Jo shares valuable insights on how education shapes an appraiser’s success. Whether you’re a new appraiser looking for guidance or a seasoned pro aiming to stay ahead of industry changes—like the upcoming UAD updates—this conversation highlights why continuous learning is key.
What goes into creating top-tier appraisal education? In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, host Kevin Hecht sits down with Jo Traut, Director of Appraisal Training at McKissock Learning, to pull back the curtain on how appraisal courses are designed, developed, and refined to meet the evolving needs of the profession.
From the importance of specialization to the intricate process of crafting engaging, standards-compliant coursework, Jo shares valuable insights on how education shapes an appraiser’s success. Whether you’re a new appraiser looking for guidance or a seasoned pro aiming to stay ahead of industry changes—like the upcoming UAD updates—this conversation highlights why continuous learning is key.
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