What does an RPV Certification enable?

Provisional Members who have successfully gained the RPV designation can undertake valuations of residential properties in accordance with the API Code of Ethics and Rules of Professional Conduct.

Eligibility

• Must have completed an API RPV accredited course
• Must have completed all requisite API Practical Valuation Training program
• Must have accrued a minimum of one years’ experience in the past two years

Application Process

Payment of $160 application fee prior to assessment.

Online application including:

• Full completion of profile
• Upload all required documentation
  • Copy of degree certificate and/or Academic Transcript
  • Experience Journal demonstrating one years’ full-time experience
  • 3 Referee Reports
  • 3 Report Samples (maximum one short form report permitted) including Letters of Instruction, Letters of Certification, and Field Notes
• Completion of Member declaration
• Completion of API report review and professional interview process

Membership is active once application has been completed in full, approved and the fee paid.

Where can Valuation take me?

Property Valuation underpins the property industry, facilitating property transactions, development and finance. Valuations form the cornerstone of every company’s balance sheet and provides certainty for the property industry. A career in valuation will prepare you for an exciting career in property.

Certified equals Recognised

API Certifications are well recognised across the Property sector and provide our Members with the skills and knowledge needed to deliver at the highest level in their chosen specialisation. 

API provides ongoing Continuing Professional Development opportunities to support our Certified practitioners to achieve contemporary skills and education and count toward their annual CPD points from attending events, webinars, and online learning courses. 

Certified practitioners can promote their qualifications through posting their postnominals, highlighting their knowledge, competence and credibility in the property industry. It also gives confidence to clients, employers and peers when dealing with someone with the relevant professional status and experience. 

What are the requirements?

Your certification journey begins with an API Membership, where you are supported by a curated education pathway to help support your development and ensure you have the tools you need.