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Apply To Become A Certified Auctioneer Or Valuer
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The Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA) provides national certification that signals commitment to recognised standards, accountability, and public trust. The AVAA Certified Auctioneer (CAAu) and AVAA Certified Valuer (CVAu) credentials represent nationally respected benchmarks, identifying practitioners who choose structured professionalism and consistency.
Individuals with the CAAu and CVAu credentials are recognised for exercising judgement within ethical and professional frameworks. Across auctioneering and valuation, certification demonstrates independence, discipline, and responsibility, acknowledging that decisions influence commercial outcomes, legal reliance, and reputational standing for stakeholders nationwide.
You’re able to apply for the CAAu and CVAu credentials to mark your professional maturity and peer recognition. They are a sign of your consistency, accountability, and alignment with evolving standards, regulations, technology, and markets, supporting sustained excellence and leadership throughout professional careers in nationwide sectors.
Apply – AVAA Certified Auctioneer (CAAu)
CAAu membership recognises auctioneers meeting national standards for conduct, process, and accountability, supporting credibility, structured practice, continuing development, and confidence for clients, bidders, regulators, and communities across Australia nationwide sector. [Apply Today]
Apply – AVAA Certified Valuer (CVAu)
CVAu membership recognises valuers applying ethical judgement, evidence-based reasoning, and consistent methodology, providing assurance to clients, courts, government, and industry that valuation opinions meet nationally defined professional expectations consistently applied. [Apply Today]
Associate Membership
AVAA Associate Membership supports pathways to CAAu and CVAu credentials by connecting emerging and aligned professionals with professional standards, learning pathways, ethical expectations, and a collaborative network across auction and valuation sectors. [Apply Today]
Obtaining the CAAu and CVAu credential builds confidence for clients, institutions, courts, and government by offering a clear reference for professionalism. It reflects transparent systems, continuing education, and independent oversight, strengthening trust in outcomes across complex transactions nationally and decisions.
AVAA membership affirms your professional standing and commitment to the future. For experienced practitioners, CAAu or CVAu status signals credibility, leadership, and stewardship, contributing to a respected profession serving communities, markets, and public interest nationally Australia.
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Interested In Finding Out More?
For further information on becoming an AVAA Certified Valuer, please send an email to membership@avaa.com.au or telephone 1300 928 165. You can also stay up to date by following AVAA on LinkedIn, X/Twitter and Facebook.
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— Related Information
◾ CVAu Certified Valuers
◾ CAAu Certified Auctioneers
◾ AVAA Professional Standards
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