September - December 2008 Fall Course Schedule > Real Estate and Appraisal
Real Estate and Appraisal

For more information, call 843.574.6152 or visit the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation.


 Appraisal

The 2008 requirements to become a state-licensed real estate appraiser increase the number of educational hours. This is your opportunity to obtain the qualifying education to become an apprentice appraiser and begin your journey to licensure.

To qualify to become a state-licensed real estate appraiser, an applicant must:

  • Have received 150 hours of classroom education: 30 hours in QE-1 (Basic Appraisal Principles), 30 hours in QE-2 (Basic Appraisal Procedures), 15 hours in QE-3 (National Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) and an additional 75 hours in QE-4:  Residential Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use, QE-5:  Residential Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach, QE-6:  Residential Sales Comparison and Income Approaches, and QE-7:  Residential Report Writing and Case Studies;
  • Have earned a minimum of 250 experience points in appraising either residential or nonresidential properties;
  • Have no less than 24 months of real estate appraisal experience; and 
  • Pass an exam administered or approved by the S.C. Appraisers Board.

To qualify as an appraiser apprentice, an applicant must:

  • Have received 75 hours of classroom education: 30 hours in QE-l, 30 hours in QE-2 and at least 15 hours in QE-3.
  • Please note: Most appraisers will not hire until after the 75 hours of education are completed; however, occasionally there might be an exception.
  • You cannot receive experience credit for apprenticeship until you complete the 75-hour education requirement and receive your apprentice license.

Please visit the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation:  www.llronline.com.

QE-4: Residential Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use

This course is designed to give students the tools needed to properly collect and analyze market data. In addition, the theory of highest and best use is reviewed. Gain a better understanding of reporting values by being able to identify and analyze market forces affecting the buyers’ and sellers’ behavior.

XPOR 550-501

9/8-9

MT

8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

$200

M

QE-5: Residential Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach

This course helps students gain valuable insight and a working knowledge of the various theories and methodologies for arriving at residential site values and applying cost approach in everyday appraisal work.

XPOR 551-501

9/15-16

MT

8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.

$200

M

QE-6: Residential Sales Comparison and Income Approaches

Gain a basic understanding and knowledge of the residential sales comparison and income approaches. The course  includes the valuation principles and procedures applicable to both approaches. With the aid of case studies, students will develop and apply the techniques for market analysis, including the application and use of matched pairs and capitalization rates and gross rent multipliers.

XPOR 552-501

9/22-25

MTWTh

8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

$350

M

QE-7: Residential Report Writing and Case Studies

This course focuses on the variety of form reports in use by residential appraisers today: the URAR, 2055-drive-by format, and others. Gain valuable insights into how to fill out these forms properly, in compliance with USPAP and other guidelines. Sources will be given for comparable sales, flood mappings, census tract maps and other information necessary for form completion.

XPOR 553-501

10/6-7

MT

8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.

$200

M


 Property Management

To obtain a property management license, the applicant must be at least 18 years old and:

  • agree to the submission of a satisfactory credit report;
  • have a high school diploma or GED equivalent;
  • complete all 36 hours of the course;
  • pass the property management examination; and 
  • apply for a property manager license within one year.
Property Management

This course fulfills the S.C. Real Estate Commission's requirements for the property management license exam. The fundamentals of property management and applicable state laws are covered. You must successfully complete the course to be eligible for the exam. You must possess a high school diploma or equivalent prior to registration. Note: The S.C. Labor and Licensing Board requires students by law to complete the entire Property Management course. Students are not allowed to enroll after the course begins. Books not included

XPOR 547-505
XPOR 547-506

9/3-29
10/15-11/10

MW
MW
6-10 p.m.
6-10 p.m.
$165
$165
M
M

 Real Estate

TTC is an authorized provider for the pre-license course not only in real estate but also in property management. For state requirements, visit www.llronline.com.


Real Estate License Requirements for South Carolina

To obtain a real estate license, the applicant must be at least 18 years old and:

  • agree to the submission of a satisfactory credit report;
  • have a high school diploma or GED equivalent;
  • provide proof of completion of 60 hours of pre-license education from an authorized school;
  • pass the state written examination;
  • submit an application for licensure along with the appropriate fees; and
  • be associated with a broker-in-charge.

Is math a challenge for you? If so, we strongly recommend that you take Real Estate Math prior to taking Real Estate I. Please review the course description for Real Estate Math.

Real Estate I

This 60-hour course meets new requirements, and successful completion enables you to sit for the state examination. Note: A basic four-function calculator is required for this course. Recommended: Real Estate Math. Books not included 
XPOR 503-507
XPOR 503-508
9/15-10/29
11-3-14
MWTh
MTWThF
6:30-9:30 p.m. 
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
$315
$315
M
M
Real Estate Math: The Basics

If math is a challenge for you, we strongly recommend this course prior to taking Real Estate I. This course is designed for Real Estate I students who need to refresh or enhance their math skills or those who would just like more math practice. Topics include use of a calculator to compute percentages and taxes related to area calculations, mortgage math, problem-solving skills and closing statement calculations. Note: This course requires the use of a basic, four-function calculator.

XPOR 525-505

9/27-10/4

S
8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
$79
M

 

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