This course is offered in a hybrid format with both live and online instruction and is geared towards individuals new to the auction industry. The curriculum is designed to meet most state licensing requirements. Visit our resource tab to view specific state licensing information.

Through the Continental Auctioneers School intense, one-week course, you will learn from instructors who earn their living in the auction industry. You will gain the skills, tools and processes to become a successful auctioneer. Skills Auction school students learn the art of bid-calling. Students spend a significant amount of the course sharpening their bid-calling skills through tongue twisters and number drills. Students then go through the step-by-step process of building the auction chant. Instructors create real-world simulations to help students prepare for performing in an actual auction environment. In addition to bid-calling, students learn other important skills required to become an auctioneer. Instructors help students develop skills in sales prospecting, Marketing, Auction Setup and Design, Business Planning and much more… Tools and Processes Auction School students will learn about the tools required to begin a career in the auction profession. Continental instructors provide tools such as contract and proposal templates, budget templates, Website tools and more. Students learn about other tools required to reach their individual business goals and where to find those tools. We teach processes. From taking a prospective call to listing an auction to auction setup, our instructors provide step-by-step instruction in the processes students will encounter in the auction profession. […]

One Day Course (8 instructional hours) Not only can appraising be a stand-alone business to increase your income, but it can also be a building block to a successful career as an auctioneer. The PPA stand alone course is great for auctioneers already in the business looking to add personal property appraisals to their list of services offered. For those learning the auctioneering trade, the appraisal course offers great information on valuing items to become a successful auctioneer. Course Contents Learn how to value personal property by finding comparisons and researching your conclusions Create a Professional Appraisal Report Understand the factors that affect value Analyze trends in the marketplace Learn how to write a USPAP certified appraisal report Appraisal requirements for government agencies, banks, courts, estates   Tuition: $495* *receive a $100 discount if registered and tuition paid at least 14 days in advance or if tuition is paid online *this course is included in both the Live Auctioneer Training program and the Interactive Online Program You will learn from the best and benefit from hands-on learning with your instructors who are recognized professionals in the appraisal field. Our course can help you build a rewarding appraisal business regardless what […]