Determine your path
Job re-training enables you to enter the workforce in a new capacity. You have the opportunity to choose a new career. The position might be a little different than what you did before, or entail skills that you are entirely new to you. When choosing a career, it’s important to find out everything you can about a new job.
For example, you might ask, does it require technical skills? Do I need to work overtime? Am I in an office setting? Can I sit most of the day? Do I have to lift anything?
We have done the legwork for you and included information about the job requirements and tools of the courses provided in the vocational rehabilitation program. Click on the links below and learn what fields fit your career needs.
You can have the peace of mind that you are choosing a job that is right for you. Counselors can rest assured that you are entering a field that is tailored to your unique situation.
Career Certificate Courses:
California Licensing Courses
National Licensing Courses
Career Certificate Courses:
Administrative Assistant
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
High degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have complete knowledge of administrative procedures and principles.
Average Working Hours
Administrative assistants generally have 40-hour work weeks during normal business hours, but many have occasional overtime.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Calculator
Fax machine
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Scanner
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - on chair for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently (computer work)
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills required
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Indoors - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
The job outlook for Administrative Assistants (and other related occupations) is good. The need for well qualified and experienced Administrative Assistants is plentiful due to the need to replace workers who leave the occupation.
Career Opportunities
Executive Secretary
Office Manager
Administrative Assistant
Administrative Secretary
Computerized Financial Accounting
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
High degree of independent work and judgment is required. You must have knowledge of accounting principles.
Average Working Hours
Financial accountants usually have 40-hour work weeks during normal business hours, but many have occasional overtime.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Calculator
Fax machine
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - on chair for 85% of work day
Visual - frequently (computer work)
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills required to explain documents, etc.
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Indoors - 90%
Outdoors - 10%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
From the smallest home office to the largest multinational enterprise, business owners and managers use accounting software to help run their businesses. The rise in usage of Computerized Financial Accounting programs has revolutionized the accounting industry. Today, more and more businesses rely on people with Computerized Financial Accounting skills to take on many of the accounting tasks.
Career Opportunities
Financial Accountant
Junior Financial Accountant
Accounts Payable Clerk
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Payroll Clerk
Home Inspection
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent judgment is required. You must have basic knowledge of construction techniques, home equipment, and appliances used in residential buildings. You must also use sound judgment in evaluating the condition of the property. Additionally, you must conform to state laws, ethics, and standards of practice, as well as those of any professional organization(s) to which you belong.
Average Hours
Inspectors generally work 40-hour work weeks, but may have evening or weekend work.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Automobile
Calculator
Carpenter's Level
Circuit Tester
Clipboard
Fax machine
Hinged Inspection Mirror
Lead Paint Test Kit
Personal Computer
Photocopier
Printer
Radon Test Kit
Tape Measure
Telephone
Physical Demand
Standing, walking - as necessary to inspect the property
Sitting - on chair or in car 50% of the work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - as necessary to inspect the property
Visual - must have good eyesight to notice small cracks and problems
Hearing - frequently on the telephone, and in person working with clients
Communication - good verbal communication skills required to work with clients
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete analysis and reports
Driving - required to get to inspection site
Environment
Indoors - 50%
Outdoors - 50%
Temperature - average office climate, and outdoor weather
Hazards - depends on job site (anticipated to be minimal)
Career Opportunities
Work for government agency or real estate agency
Own your own business and work independently
Work for a home inspection firm
Use your skills to improve your own home and properties
Legal Secretary
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have knowledge of legal office procedures and principles.
Average Working Hours
Legal Secretaries generally have 40-hour work weeks, but may have occasional overtime.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Calculator
Fax
Personal Computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - (computer/keyboarding) for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills required
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Indoors - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Opportunities
Legal Secretary
Law Office Manager
Legal Administrator
Legal Assistant
Medical Administrative Assistant
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
High degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have knowledge of office procedures and principles.
Average Working Hours
Medical administrative assistants generally have 40-hour work weeks, but may have occasional overtime.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Personal Computer
Printer
Calculator
Telephone
Fax
Photocopier
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - (computer/keyboarding) for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills required
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Inside - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
The job outlook for Medical Administrative Assistant employees (and other related occupations) is good. The need for well qualified administrative and support personnel is plentiful due to the need to replace workers who leave the occupation.
Career Opportunities
Medical Secretary
Medical Records Clerk
Medical Administrative Assistant
Medical Office Manager
Electronic Medical Billing
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
High degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have knowledge of billing procedures.
Average Working Hours
Medical Billers generally will require a 40-hour work week, but may work occasional overtime.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Calculator
Fax Machine
Personal Computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - on chair for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Indoors - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
The job outlook for Medical Billing employees is expected to grow at a rapid rate. A greater demand for billing services will result in more business opportunities.
Career Opportunities
Medical Office Billing Clerk
Medical Office Billing Supervisor
Hospital Insurance Billing Clerk
Hospital Insurance Billing Supervisor
Insurance Clerk
Medical Report Writing
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
High degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have knowledge of basic keyboarding, medical terminology and report documentation.
Average Working Hours
Medical report writers generally will require a 40-hour work week, but may work occasional overtime.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Calculator
Fax Machine
Personal Computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - on chair for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Indoors - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
The job outlook for Medical Report Writers is expected to increase at a rapid rate, as a growing and aging population requires more medical treatments and procedures. A greater demand for accurate documentation will result in more business opportunities.
Career Opportunities
Medical Report Writer
Medical Records Clerk
Health Information Clerk
Medical Terminology
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
High degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have knowledge of the meaning and pronunciation of specific medical terms.
Average Working Hours
Medical terminology employees generally will require a 40-hour work week, but may work occasional overtime.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Calculator
Fax Machine
Personal Computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - on chair for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Indoors - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
The job outlook for Medical Terminology employees is expected to increase at a rapid rate, as a growing and aging population requires more medical treatments and procedures. A greater demand for accurate documentation will result in more business opportunities.
Career Opportunities
Medical Coder
Medical Biller
Medical Administrative Assistant
Medical Records Clerk
Health Information Clerk
MTAPPP
(Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology & Pharmacology)
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
High degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have knowledge of medical terminology and an overall understanding of the different systems of the body.
Average Working Hours
Employees with knowledge of MTAPPP generally will require a 40-hour work week, but may work occasional overtime.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Calculator
Fax Machine
Personal Computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - on chair for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Indoors - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
The job outlook for MTAPPP employees is expected to increase at a rapid rate, as a growing and aging population requires more medical treatments and procedures. A greater demand for accurate documentation will result in more business opportunities.
Career Opportunities
Medical Coder (with further training)
Medical Biller (with further training)
Medical Records Clerk
Health Information Clerk
Medical Transcription
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
High degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have knowledge of medical terminology, an overall understanding of the different systems of the body, and the ability to accurately transcribe the dictated words of physicians.
Average Working Hours
Medical transcriptionists generally will require a 40-hour work week, but may work occasional overtime.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Transcription equipment (tape recorder and foot pedal)
Calculator
Fax Machine
Personal Computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - on chair for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Indoors - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
The job outlook for medical transcriptionists is expected to increase at a rapid rate, as a growing and aging population requires more medical treatments and procedures. A greater demand for standardized records will result in more business opportunities.
Career Opportunities
Medical Transcriptionist
Medical Records Clerk
Health Information Clerk
Medical Coder
Medical Coding
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
High degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have knowledge of specific codes and coding procedures.
Average Working Hours
Medical Coders generally will require a 40-hour work week, but may work occasional overtime.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Calculator
Fax Machine
Personal Computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - on chair for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Indoors - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
The job outlook for Medical Coding employees is expected to increase at a rapid rate, as a growing and aging population requires more medical treatments and procedures. A greater demand for coding services will result in more business opportunities.
Career Opportunities
Medical Coder
Medical Coding Specialist
Medical Records Clerk
Health Information Clerk
Medical Insurance Clerk
Microsoft® Vista Courses
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have complete knowledge of Microsoft® Vista .
Average Working Hours
Microsoft® Visa Professionals generally have 40-hour work weeks during normal business hours, but may have occasional overtime, depending on type of employment.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Fax
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Scanner
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - (computer/keyboarding) for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently (computer work)
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills required
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Inside - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
The job outlook for Microsoft® Vista Professionals is excellent. The need for well qualified computer experts is plentiful due to the growing demand for employees trained in all types of computer software.
Career Opportunities
Office Manager
Administrative Assistant
Executive Secretary
Professional Property Management
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
High degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction can be given by property owner. You must have complete knowledge of property, contracts, and customer relations.
Average Working Hours
Property Managers generally have 40-hour work weeks during normal business hours, but may have occasional evening or weekend work. Some managers live on-site and may be on call.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Automobile
Calculator
Fax Machine
Personal Computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 20-30% of work day
Sitting - on chair for 70% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently to examine property, read contracts and reports
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone to tenants, suppliers, contractors and property owners.
Communication - good verbal skills required to show property, explain contracts, interact with tenants.
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete forms and contracts
Driving - possibly a golf cart (on some properties)
Environment
Indoors - 70%
Outdoors - 30%
Temperature - average office climate and outdoor weather
Hazards - depends on job site (anticipated to be minimal)
Career Opportunities
Work for a property management company
Operate your own business as a property manager
Professional QuickBooks®
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent work and judgment is required. Direction is generally given by superiors. You must have complete knowledge of Professional QuickBooks®.
Average Working Hours
Professional QuickBooks® generally have 40-hour work weeks during normal business hours, but may have occasional overtime, depending on type of employment.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Fax
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Scanner
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - 15% of work day
Sitting - (computer/keyboarding) for 85% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently (computer work)
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone
Communication - good verbal skills required
Writing - clear, accurate writing required
Environment
Inside - 100%
Temperature - average office climate
Hazards - anticipated to be minimal
Career Outlook
The job outlook for an employee proficient with Professional QuickBooks® is excellent. There is a growing need for well-qualified individuals to oversee and manage the financial activity of a business.
Career Opportunities
Office Manager
Accounting Clerk
Payroll Clerk
Bookkeeper
Administrative Assistant
Executive Secretary
California Licensing Courses:
Real Estate Appraisal License
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent work and sound judgment is required. Direction is usually given by superiors. You must have complete working knowledge of real estate market, analysis, and reporting programs. You must also conform to established professional standards and ethics of the certifying association, such as the National Association of Real Estate Appraisers or other agencies.
Average Working Hours
Appraisers generally have 40-hour work weeks during normal business hours, but may have occasional evening or weekend work.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Automobile
Calculator
Data Quick terminal
Fax machine
Microfiche reader
MLS - multiple listing service
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - as necessary to inspect the property
Sitting - on chair or in car for 50% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - as necessary to inspect property
Visual - frequently to inspect property, read analysis and reports
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone to work with colleagues and clients
Communication - good verbal skills required to make presentations and recommendations, interact with colleagues and clients
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete analysis and reports
Driving - frequently required to inspect the property
Environment
Inside - 50%; outside - 50%
Temperature - average office climate and outdoor weather
Hazards - depends on job site (anticipated to be minimal)
Career Opportunities
Work for a lending institution or loan broker
Operate your own business as an independent fee appraiser
Work for other independent fee appraisers
Work for government agencies
Use your appraiser skills for your own investments
Real Estate Salesperson’s License
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent work and judgment is required. You must have complete knowledge of real estate market, contracts, customer relations, and sales ability. All licensed salespeople work for a licensed broker who may require floor time and oversees all transactions.
Average Working Hours
Salespeople set their own hours and most work 40-50 hours per week including some weekend and evening hours.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Automobile
Calculator
Fax machine
MLS (multiple listing service) terminal
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - as necessary to examine and show property, attend meetings
Sitting - on chair or in car for 70% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently to examine property, read contracts and reports
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone to work with buyers, sellers, employees, suppliers
Communication - good verbal skills required to make presentations, negotiate sales, interact with colleagues and clients
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete forms and contracts
Driving - frequently required to transport clients
Environment
Indoors - 70%
Outdoors - 30%
Temperature - average office climate and outdoor weather
Hazards - depends on the job site (anticipated to be minimal)
Career Opportunities
Residential Real Estate Sales
Commercial Real Estate Sales
Real Estate Host/Hostess
Property Manager
Loan Processor
Real Estate Broker’s License
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A very high degree of independent work and judgment is required, as the broker is responsible, not only for their own actions and decisions, but also those of the agents and staff in their employ. You must have complete knowledge of real estate market, contracts, customer relations, sales, personnel, and finance.
Average Working Hours
Brokers set their own hours and most work 40-50 hours per week including some weekend and evening hours.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Automobile
Calculator
Fax
MLS (multiple listing service) terminal
Personal Computer (modem with internet access)
Photocopier
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - as necessary to examine and show property, attend meetings
Sitting - on chair or in car for 70% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently to examine property, read contracts and reports
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone to work with buyers, sellers, employees, suppliers
Communication - good verbal skills required to make presentations, negotiate sales, interact with colleagues and clients
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete forms and contracts
Driving - frequently required to transport clients
Environment
Indoors - 70%
Outdoors - 30%
Temperature - average office climate and outdoor weather
Hazards - depends on the job site (anticipated to be minimal)
Career Opportunities
Buy and sell residential and commercial property
Originate any type of loan or mortgage
List and sell other businesses
Develop partnerships or syndications
Serve as broker/manager for real estate salespeople
Contractors’ Licenses
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A very high degree of independent work is required as the general contractor is responsible not only for his/her own actions, but also for the trade specific contractors who work for him/her.
Average Working Hours
Contractors work approximately 40-50 hours per week, including some weekend hours.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Varies with trade specific requirements
Automobile
Calculator
Fax machine
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Varies with trade specific requirements
Standing, walking - as necessary
Sitting - as necessary
Lifting, carrying - varies with trade specific requirements
Crouching, bending, reaching - varies with trade specific requirements
Hearing - frequently
Communication - good verbal skills required
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete forms and contracts
Driving - as necessary to inspect job sites
Environment
Varies with trade specific requirements
Inside - 50%, Outside - 50%
Temperature - average office climate and outdoor weather
Hazards - varies with trade specific requirements
Career Opportunities
Trade-specific work
Union work
Development
Construction
Virginia Real Estate Salesperson’s License
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent work and judgment is required. You must have complete knowledge of real estate market, contracts, customer relations, and sales ability. All licensed salespeople work for a licensed broker who may require floor time and oversees all transactions.
Average Working Hours
Salespeople set their own hours and most work 40-50 hours per week including some weekend and evening hours.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Automobile
Calculator
Fax machine
MLS (multiple listing service) terminal
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - as necessary to examine and show property, attend meetings
Sitting - on chair or in car for 70% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently to examine property, read contracts and reports
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone to work with buyers, sellers, employees, suppliers
Communication - good verbal skills required to make presentations, negotiate sales, interact with colleagues and clients
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete forms and contracts
Driving - frequently required to transport clients
Environment
Indoors - 70%
Outdoors - 30%
Temperature - average office climate and outdoor weather
Hazards - depends on the job site (anticipated to be minimal)
Career Opportunities
Residential Real Estate Sales
Commercial Real Estate Sales
Real Estate Host/Hostess
Property Manager
Loan Processor
Washington Real Estate Salesperson’s License
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent work and judgment is required. You must have complete knowledge of real estate market, contracts, customer relations, and sales ability. All licensed salespeople work for a licensed broker who may require floor time and oversees all transactions.
Average Working Hours
Salespeople set their own hours and most work 40-50 hours per week including some weekend and evening hours.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Automobile
Calculator
Fax machine
MLS (multiple listing service) terminal
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - as necessary to examine and show property, attend meetings
Sitting - on chair or in car for 70% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - on occasion
Visual - frequently to examine property, read contracts and reports
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone to work with buyers, sellers, employees, suppliers
Communication - good verbal skills required to make presentations, negotiate sales, interact with colleagues and clients
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete forms and contracts
Driving - frequently required to transport clients
Environment
Indoors - 70%
Outdoors - 30%
Temperature - average office climate and outdoor weather
Hazards - depends on the job site (anticipated to be minimal)
Career Opportunities
Residential Real Estate Sales
Commercial Real Estate Sales
Real Estate Host/Hostess
Property Manager
Loan Processor
Virginia Real Estate Appraisal License
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent work and sound judgment is required. Direction is usually given by superiors. You must have complete working knowledge of real estate market, analysis, and reporting programs. You must also conform to established professional standards and ethics of the certifying association, such as the National Association of Real Estate Appraisers or other agencies.
Average Working Hours
Appraisers generally have 40-hour work weeks during normal business hours, but may have occasional evening or weekend work.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Automobile
Calculator
Data Quick terminal
Fax machine
Microfiche reader
MLS - multiple listing service
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - as necessary to inspect the property
Sitting - on chair or in car for 50% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - as necessary to inspect property
Visual - frequently to inspect property, read analysis and reports
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone to work with colleagues and clients
Communication - good verbal skills required to make presentations and recommendations, interact with colleagues and clients
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete analysis and reports
Driving - frequently required to inspect the property
Environment
Inside - 50%; outside - 50%
Temperature - average office climate and outdoor weather
Hazards - depends on job site (anticipated to be minimal)
Career Opportunities
Work for a lending institution or loan broker
Operate your own business as an independent fee appraiser
Work for other independent fee appraisers
Work for government agencies
Use your appraiser skills for your own investments
Washington Real Estate Appraisal License course
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent work and sound judgment is required. Direction is usually given by superiors. You must have complete working knowledge of real estate market, analysis, and reporting programs. You must also conform to established professional standards and ethics of the certifying association, such as the National Association of Real Estate Appraisers or other agencies.
Average Working Hours
Appraisers generally have 40-hour work weeks during normal business hours, but may have occasional evening or weekend work.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Automobile
Calculator
Data Quick terminal
Fax machine
Microfiche reader
MLS - multiple listing service
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - as necessary to inspect the property
Sitting - on chair or in car for 50% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - as necessary to inspect property
Visual - frequently to inspect property, read analysis and reports
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone to work with colleagues and clients
Communication - good verbal skills required to make presentations and recommendations, interact with colleagues and clients
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete analysis and reports
Driving - frequently required to inspect the property
Environment
Inside - 50%; outside - 50%
Temperature - average office climate and outdoor weather
Hazards - depends on job site (anticipated to be minimal)
Career Opportunities
Work for a lending institution or loan broker
Operate your own business as an independent fee appraiser
Work for other independent fee appraisers
Work for government agencies
Use your appraiser skills for your own investments
Wyoming Real Estate Appraisal License
Degree of Independent Judgment Required
A high degree of independent work and sound judgment is required. Direction is usually given by superiors. You must have complete working knowledge of real estate market, analysis, and reporting programs. You must also conform to established professional standards and ethics of the certifying association, such as the National Association of Real Estate Appraisers or other agencies.
Average Working Hours
Appraisers generally have 40-hour work weeks during normal business hours, but may have occasional evening or weekend work.
Equipment, Machines, and Tools
Automobile
Calculator
Data Quick terminal
Fax machine
Microfiche reader
MLS - multiple listing service
Personal computer
Photocopier
Printer
Telephone
Physical Demands
Standing, walking - as necessary to inspect the property
Sitting - on chair or in car for 50% of work day
Lifting, carrying - 10-20 lbs. on rare occasions
Crouching, bending, reaching - as necessary to inspect property
Visual - frequently to inspect property, read analysis and reports
Hearing - frequently in person and on the telephone to work with colleagues and clients
Communication - good verbal skills required to make presentations and recommendations, interact with colleagues and clients
Writing - clear, accurate writing required to complete analysis and reports
Driving - frequently required to inspect the property
Environment
Inside - 50%; outside - 50%
Temperature - average office climate and outdoor weather
Hazards - depends on job site (anticipated to be minimal)
Career Opportunities
Work for a lending institution or loan broker
Operate your own business as an independent fee appraiser
Work for other independent fee appraisers
Work for government agencies
Use your appraiser skills for your own investments
