Auto Damage Appraiser
Career Overview
Claims adjusters, appraisers, examiners, and investigators evaluate insurance claims.
Labor Statistics
| 🚗 $65,670 | Median Yearly Salary in 2018 |
| 🚗 5% | Projected growth from 2018-2028 |
| 🚗 346,000 | Number of jobs based in 2018 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Claims Adjusters, Appraisers, Examiners, and Investigators
How to become an Appraiser
To obtain your Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Damage Appraiser License, you need to:
- Complete a 30-hour board approved Auto Damage Appraiser course
- Complete a 3-month Apprenticeship under a licensed, board approved Auto Damage Appraiser
- Apply for the state licensing exam. Learn more…
- Pass the written and practical exams.
Note: To apply for the state licensing exam you must have a Social Security Number. If you are from another country, you will also need proof of citizenship such as a Permanent Resident Card.
Instructor Advice to Prospective Students
If you are interested in a career change or to learn about auto damage appraising, consider this class as the first step of achieving your goal. Although this course is designed to prepare you for the state’s Licensing Board exam it also teaches you about the industry and avenues that are available once you succeed in becoming a licensed appraiser. Whether you would like to be an appraiser for an insurance company or auto repair field, classroom study is the most successful start to this career.
The course study of auto appraising is less challenging for the students who have automobile repair knowledge and are looking to promote themselves in the industry or own a shop. For those who have less experience and are a novice to the industry, class study will be more challenging. In order to be successful you must commit to attending all classes and show a concerted effort of participation in the classroom and home study. These best practices have shown successful results and will allow you to move forward to a rewarding career.
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Testimonials from Graduates
“This could have been a difficult subject to learn but with Susan Conena (the instructor) at the helm, it was easy to grasp. Susan is a great teacher and I am glad to have taken part in her course.”
Auto Damage Appraiser
Jeremy Martin
“This class has given me the confidence to take the state test. I have learned a ton.”
Auto Damage Appraiser
Sabrina Nasios
“Neil Eriksen did a great job interpreting his knowledge of the trade and industry to those with and without equal experiences. Passionate about the trade. Shows he cares about the student’s learning.”
Auto Damage Appraiser Apprenticeship
William Shomphe
“Mrs. Susan Conena is an asset to the school. Very knowledgeable and a great instructor. With everything going on, she stepped up and made sure we got the information needed to succeed.“
Auto Damage Appraiser
Kenny Seda
“Susan (Conena) has a great presence and her knowledge was immensely helpful.”
Auto Damage Appraiser
Stephen Leonard
“I enjoyed Neil Eriksen’s extensive knowledge of the appraising industry. He really gave each one of us personal attention to make sure we understood the appraisal process. This class is a must for anyone who wants to get their motor vehicle damage appraiser’s license.”
Auto Damage Appraiser Apprenticeship
Jenna Wytrwal
“Great class! Extremely helpful for someone who is brand new to the field of auto appraising with no connections.”
Auto Damage Appraiser Apprenticeship
Teagan MacEachern
“This class was very easy to understand, even coming in with no auto knowledge. I’m leaving feeling very confident in my new career path. Susan (Conena) was a wonderful teacher who challenged us and who wanted us to succeed.”
Auto Damage Appraiser
Jaime Vinal
“The best instructors and the greatest motor vehicle damage appraiser program in the state of Massachusetts!”
Auto Damage Appraiser Apprenticeship
Sahairy Peguero
