The appraisal profession offers meaningful opportunities alongside significant professional responsibility. CNAREA is committed to supporting your development through a dynamic education platform that continuously evolves to meet the needs of today’s profession.
Candidate Non‑Fee membership is for individuals who want to pursue a career in real property appraisal and advance their education but do not yet have a qualified Supervisor. Candidate Non‑Fee members are not permitted to complete any appraisal‑related activities or assignments.
Candidate membership is available to individuals who meet CNAREA’s basic membership requirements and are pursuing a career in real property appraisal. It is intended for those who want to build their education and field experience toward earning a professional appraisal designation. All Candidate members must work under the supervision of a qualified Supervisor.
DAR™ (Designated Appraiser Residential) designation is awarded to individuals with demonstrated field experience who have successfully completed a comprehensive education program. DAR™ members are qualified to provide valuations for residential properties with four or fewer self-contained living units, as well as vacant land, and may deliver a range of appraisal services—including current, prospective, and retrospective opinions of value.
DAC™ (Designated Appraiser Commercial) designation is awarded to individuals who have earned the DAR™ designation, completed the required education program, and gained sufficient field experience. DAC™ members are qualified to appraise all property types, including residential and commercial.
The Certified Appraisal Reviewer designation is awarded to members who have achieved DAR™ or DAC™ status and completed additional training and certification in appraisal review. These members are qualified to prepare Field or Technical Appraisal Review Reports for all types of appraisal reports.
Candidate Members are given up to four (4) years to attain the DAR designation. This includes the mandatory two (2) years of supervised work experience alongside a Supervisor.
Be actively working with your DAR designation for at least 2 years and successfully complete the CNA310 Certified Appraisal Reviewer course.
