Members who hold the MAI, SRPA and SRA designations have met rigorous requirements relating to education, experience and demonstration of knowledge, understanding and ability.

Associate members of the Appraisal Institute are individuals who engage in activity governed by the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice and who may be pursuing an Appraisal Institute professional membership designation.

All members agree to abide by the organization's Code of Professional Ethics and Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (which include the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice).