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The American Society of Appraisers (ASA) is the largest multi-discipline organization representing appraisers. The society was founded in 1936 and is one of the eight major appraisal groups that founded The Appraisal Foundation.
The ASA comprises appraisal review and management, valuers of business, gems and jewelry, machinery and technical specialties, personal property and real property. Candidates—who must have a four-year university degree or its equivalent—are eligible for the Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) designation after completing the following: five years of documented appraisal experience; testing in their field or specialty; the submission of two appraisal reports to the society's International Board of Examiners for review; successful completion of the Principles of Valuation education program; and successful completion of the 15-hour Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) course with examination. A lesser level of designation—Accredited Member or AM—requires only two years of documented appraisal experience in addition to all of the other requirements.
Appraisers in the ASA are subject to a mandatory re-accreditation process every five years. To re-certify they must provide proof of professional growth through continuing education, participation in society activities, and the completion of updated USPAP courses. Publishing articles in professional journals and valuation or specialty-related speaking engagements also provide ASA appraisers with re-certification points.