We look forward to offering the Appraisal Studies “Summer Camp” program again in 2023.
Develop the skills you’ll need to build a career in appraising personal property and collecting fine and decorative art, antiques, furniture, jewelry, coins, stamps, and more.
Earn Your Certificate in Just Two Weeks
Purchase College is proud to partner with the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) to offer the appraisal studies certificate program during “Appraisal Camp,” an accelerated summer program that enables you to earn your Purchase College certificate in just over two weeks!
Who Should Enroll?
Collectors, dealers, art historians and anyone who would like to understand how to assign proper value to art and objects.
Upon completion of the certificate, you will have taken the first step toward (a) becoming an appraiser or working as an appraisal expert in a gallery, auction house, or insurance company and (b) qualifying for eventual accreditation and membership in the ASA.
You can take courses individually (provided that prerequisites have been met) or earn a certificate by completing all certificate requirements.
All required courses are taught by accredited senior appraisers.
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What to Expect
Through lectures, optional field trips, and the use of the college’s Neuberger Museum of Art, learn the history and skills necessary to appraise and/or collect a wide range of items with assurance and competence.
Students who successfully complete the four required courses are awarded a certificate by the School of Liberal Studies & Continuing Education, reflecting 13 continuing education units (CEUs).
Note: Certificate programs must be completed within three years unless approved by the director of continuing education.
