Municipal Assessor
Information you need to know to work as a Municipal Assessor
Who is responsible for accrediting Municipal Assessors in Alberta?
In Alberta, to call yourself an Accredited Municipal Assessor (AMA), you must be a registered member of the Alberta Assessors' Association (AAA).
You do not have to be registered if you do not call yourself an Accredited Municipal Assessor.
What are the accreditation requirements for internationally educated Municipal Assessors?
Internationally educated Municipal Assessors follow the same application process as Canadian Applicants:
- Become a Candidate Member with the Alberta Assessors’ Association
- Complete the AAA-approved training
- Complete and pass the Tools for Practicing Assessment in Alberta course offered by AAA
- Complete and pass the Demonstration Appraisal Report if it was not completed as part of your diploma
- Attain four years of experience as an assessor; a minimum of one year experience as a Candidate with the AAA is required
- Submit your Application for Accreditation with AAA and Pass the Oral Examination
For complete information on the accreditation process for Municipal Assessors, visit the Become an Assessor page on the Alberta Assessors' Association website.
What are the educational requirements for Municipal Assessors in Alberta?
In Alberta, to become a Municipal Assessor, applicants must hold a two-year diploma with the appropriate specialization. For specific information, visit the Education Requirements page of AAA.
The only programs accepted at this time by the AAA are:
- Lakeland College - Business Administration Diploma with a major in Appraisal and Assessment
- University of British Columbia - Urban Land Economics, Assessment Specialization Diploma
Note: Lakeland College or University of British Columbia (UBC) may grant exemptions to certain courses based on transcripts from other post-secondary institutions. Contact Lakeland or UBC for more information.
What are the accepted English language proficiency tests and where can I be tested?
There are no formal English requirements for Assessors; however, Assessors must have a high level of English in the areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in order to be successful in the profession. To learn more about where to take an English language proficiency test in Alberta, visit English Language Proficiency Tests and Locations.
What resources and supports are available for internationally educated Municipal Assessors?
Directions for Immigrants offers workplace communication groups to help you integrate into the Canadian work environment. The Clear Communication for Business workplace communication group is designed to help internationally educated professional fine-tune their communication skills with colleagues, supervisors, and clients. In one week, you will learn through role-play and scenarios the nuances and expectations of the Canadian business culture. Topics include active listening, assertiveness, conflict resolution, problem solving, and teamwork. Visit Clear Communication for Business for more information.
What information resources are available for Municipal Assessors in Alberta?
- Alberta Assessors' Association
- Alberta Association of the Appraisal Institute of Canada
- Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA)
- International Association of Assessing Officers
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