If you are interested in learning how to become an appraiser a good local resource is the Florida Real Estate Institute @ 555 Wells Rd. (904) 269-2555. Ask for Ron Boatwright. The Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board is an excellent resource for information on what is required to become an appraiser in the State of Florida. Another good local resource is the Northeast Chapter of the Appraisal Institute (904) 260-1777. Ask for Helen Simon, Executive Secretary of the local chapter.