Advanced Rural Case Studies (A400) - Hybrid

Starts:  Apr 27, 2026 07:30 AM (MT)
Ends:  May 1, 2026 04:30 PM (MT)

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: TBA
  • Pricing: TBD

ASFMRA provides digital course materials. If you are attending in-person, bringing a laptop or tablet will ensure you have access to the materials and online exam. The exam will only be provided digitally. Additionally, ASFMRA offers printed materials for an additional cost of $85 per student per course. If you would like to order printed materials to be provided when you arrive, the cost will be added to your registration at check out. If you have questions about the materials, please contact education@asfmra.org

Registration will close the Friday before at 12:00pm MST. If you have questions or would like to register late, please contact education@asfmra.org

Click here to view the Recommended Education Path that the ASFMRA Appraisal Education/Accreditation Committee has put together; it is highly recommended that you review the pathway prior to registration.

This course will be held in a hybrid format (some students in person, some online). Upon registering, you will either select In Person Registration or Virtual Registration. If you select the Virtual Registration, you will be sent a Zoom link to access this course one week before the course start date. If you select the In Person Registration, you will be expected to attend the offering in person in Glendale, CO, throughout the duration of the offering.

The ASFMRA reserves the right to move this offering to a livestream format up to three weeks before the first date of the offering. Any in person registrants will be notified at this time. ASFMRA does not reimburse travel cost.

Course Location:
ASFMRA Education Center
720 S Colorado Boulevard, Suite 350-S
Glendale, CO 80246


Hotel Information:
The Hilton Garden Inn Denver-Cherry Creek
600 S. Colorado Blvd
Glendale, CO 80246

By registering for this event, I understand that my photograph or video may be taken during participation in any activity (class, social gathering, outing, etc.) sanctioned by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA). I hereby grant permission to ASFMRA to use my photograph or likeness in any publicity or promotional publications (e.g. website, social media, newspaper ads, newsletters, programs, brochures, public broadcasting releases, email promotions, etc.) and to allow video recordings of myself and/or guests.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ASFMRA will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations requested for individuals with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be responded to more effectively if received at least two weeks in advance of the event.

*The maximum capacity for this course is 24 in-person participants and 24 online participants.
*Please note that ASFMRA reserves the right to cancel any course 3 weeks in advance.

Location

ASFMRA Education Center
720 South Colorado Blvd
Glendale, CO 80246