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Assessment Laws and Procedures (ALP) - January 2026
Monday, January 12, 2026, 8:00 AM to Thursday, January 15, 2026, 5:00 PM CST
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Assessment Laws and Procedures (ALP)

 

In person January 12 - 15, 2026


8:00am - 5:00pm Central Time daily

 

Hilton Garden Inn 
 Maple Grove, MN 

 

 Registration closes December 15, 2025, or when course capacity is reached.

Description: Assessment Laws and Procedures is an introductory 28-hour course dealing with the assessment field in Minnesota. Participants will learn about property tax laws in Minnesota, real estate law and assessment procedures. This course is designed for individuals who are just beginning their study of the assessment field but also can serve as a review for persons currently working in assessment. This is a required course for the Certified Minnesota Assessor level of licensure. This course is approved by the Minnesota State Board of Assessors for 28 hours of continuing education, 30 hours with exam. Note: This class will be a 4-day format. The final exam will be offered in-person (paper and pencil format) at course conclusion. Class size limit of 48 students.

Credits: This course is approved by the Minnesota State Board of Assessors for 28 hours of continuing education, 30 hours with exam. The exam is required to receive credit toward the Certified Minnesota Assessor level of licensure. 

Instructors: Minnesota Department of Revenue Staff

Fee: $450

Payment: Credit card only 

Scholarships:  MAAO offers weeklong course scholarships to anyone that is interested in pursuing a career in the assessment field and demonstrates a financial need. Courses eligible for a scholarship include Assessment Laws and Procedures (ALP), Appraisal Principles, Appraisal Procedures, and Mass Appraisal Basics.  More information and a scholarship application are available by clicking here. 

Prerequisite: Six months work experience recommended 

Course Requirements: Calculator and course handbook. Participants are expected to bring their own hard copy of the handbook to the course. Registrants will receive an email containing a link to the handbook when it is available and no later than one week prior to the course. Please print it and bring it with you. No hard copies will be available of the course. 

Exam Requirements: The final exam will be offered in-person (paper and pencil format) at course conclusion.  

Textbook: Course materials will be provided digitally prior to the course via the email address provided during registration. Participants are expected to bring their own hard copy of the handbook to the course. 

Student Expectations:  This course includes 28 hours of classroom instruction during which students will be expected to participate in discussions, group activities, and coursework that may include but is not limited to reading, homework, problem solving, etc. both during and outside classroom hours. The final exam will be offered in-person (paper and pencil format) at course conclusion. If alternative testing options are required, please contact [email protected] via email as soon as possible to discuss, and we will attempt to make reasonable accommodation. 

Location: Hilton Garden Inn, 6350 Vinewood Ln N, Maple Grove, MN 

Hotel Group Rate: For your convenience, a block of hotel rooms has been reserved at the Hilton Garden Inn, Maple Grove for $139 per night. To reserve your hotel room, call 763-509-9500, dial 1, and mention "MAAO"  before December 19, 2025.  It's your responsibility to make your own reservations by the requested due date. 

Food and Beverages: For student, instructor and employer convenience, a limited variety of refreshments and snacks are included in your registration fee for this course. Students are responsible for providing their own lunch.

ADA Policy: If you have a disability and may require some accommodations at any event, please notify us via email to [email protected] at least two weeks prior to the course, and we will attempt to make reasonable arrangements.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation requests received prior to 8:00 AM Central Time five business days prior to the start of the course will be issued a refund less a $30 administration fee. Cancellation requests received after this time or registrants who fail to attend the course are responsible for the entire fee. If a registrant is unable to attend the event, a substitute from the jurisdiction that paid the registration fee can attend at no additional charge. Written change notifications and/or cancellation requests must be sent via email to [email protected]. Although it is not the policy of MAAO to cancel a course or seminar, MAAO reserves the right to do so and provide a full refund if the minimum enrollment level is not reached.

COVID Considerations: MAAO is following the current guidance from the Minnesota Department of Health. Each educational offering is subject to cancellation if mandated by the Governor or due to a change in COVID conditions. A 100% refund will be processed for any registrant due to a COVID-related cancellation. Attendance at any course is at the risk of the employer and attendee. MAAO will not be held liable.

Additional Information: Refer to MAAO's education FAQs and policies.

 

 Registration closes December 15, 2025, or when course capacity is reached.


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Contact: MAAO Education Coordinator | [email protected]