Ohio Chapter - Advanced Rural Case Studies (A400)

Starts:  Sep 28, 2026 12:00 AM (ET)
Ends:  Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM (ET)

Advanced Rural Case Studies (A400)

The student will apply appraisal methodologies and analytical techniques to rural, urban fringe and a special use facility case studies and drill problems. New methodologies and analytical techniques including trend, bracketing and statistics are introduced and incorporated into the course.

A400 is designed for students who have completed their basic appraisal curriculum courses and are preparing for the comprehensive examination and their appraisal career. It is an excellent course for practicing appraisers seeking exposure to practical applications for current and new appraisal methodologies. It is not recommended to students who have not completed the fundamental appraisal courses.

Please Note: This is an advanced skill level course. It is assumed the student has already gained the level of knowledge and understanding that is taught in the lower level courses.

Required Equipment & Textbooks: Appraisal of Rural Property, Second Edition; HP- 12c, HP-17bII or HP-19bII calculator (Click here for basic information how to use an HP-12c)

Optional Equipment: Self-powered laptop computer. (There is NO computer tutoring in this course.) Computers are not allowed during the examination.

Suggested Textbook: The Appraisal of Real Estate, Fifteenth Edition; Dictionary of Real Estate Appraisal, Third Edition; Capitalization Theory and Techniques Study Guide. AIREA Financial Tables and The Appraiser's Workbook are available only through the Appraisal Institute at (312) 335-4100.

Contact Hours: 36 hours + 4 hour exam
Course Timetable: Days: 1-5 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Accreditation: This course is required for the ARA

For questions about approvals, contact Deanna Ilk at dilk@asfmra.org or 303-692-1222

  • Instructors: Rebecca Stone, ARA and Jim Pruitt, RPRA
  • Pricing: $1200 Member / $1600 Nonmember

Offering Location
Farm Credit Mid America
12501 Lakefront Place
Louisville, KY 40299

Suggested nearby hotels
Hampton Inn & Suites Louisville East: 1451 Alliant Ave, Louisville, KY
Holiday Inn Express: 1520 Alliant Ave, Louisville, KY
+several others in the nearby area

At this time, the goal is to have this class be in person for all attendees, but the option to open it up to a hybrid format is a possibility. Please contact Jennifer Wilson-Oechsle at jwilson@agcredit.net if you are interested in taking the course but would need it to be offered via livestream.

Location

Farm Credit Mid America
12501 Lakefront Place
OH 40299