TAAD typically holds in-person seminars in the fall. The seminars listed below are in-person only and not recorded. For online options, please visit Zoom Sessions/Courses or On Demand Online Courses .
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Seminar Descriptions
Agricultural Use Appraisal / Agricultural Schedule Building
Description:
To provide training in the agricultural valuation area, TAAD is sponsoring a one-day seminar designed to teach the basics of developing ag values and calculating rollbacks as well as building ag schedules (using cash and share leases).
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: Requests for refunds must be in writing and submitted by November 11, 2026; a $75 cancellation fee will be deducted. No refunds for cancellations after November 11, 2026.
Registration fees must reflect current membership status.
Duration: 8:30am-5pm. Breakfast included; lunch on your own.
Dates: November 18, 2026 |
Location: North Austin Marriott - 2600 La Frontera Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78681
Instructor: Carla Pope-Osborne, Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott
Fees: TAAD Member District: $175 | TAAD Affiliate/Associate Member: $200 | Non-member: $250 |
Credits: 7.5 CEs
Registration Deadline: November 11, 2026
Instructor Training Workshop
Description:
Have you been meaning to attend an instructor training course to become an approved instructor for state certification courses? Are you a veteran instructor interested in brushing up on your teaching techniques?
TAAD’s Instructor Training Workshop provides 1.5 days of classroom training. (FYI: To complete PTAD requirements, instructor candidates will spend additional hours in the classroom teaching students under the supervision of a “mentor instructor”).
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing by October 14, 2026; a $75 cancellation fee will be deducted. No refunds for cancellations later than October 14, 2026.
Registration fees must reflect current membership status.
Duration: Day 1: Registration 8:30 to 9am; class 9am to 5pm | Day 2: Class 9am to 2pm
Dates: October 21-22, 2026 |
Location: TAAD Office - 7700 Chevy Chase Dr., Building 1, Suite 425, Austin, TX 78752
Instructor: Jeff Craig, Guardian Advisory Partners
Fees: TAAD Member District: $150 | TAAD Affiliate/Associate Member: $225 | Non-member: $300 |
Credits: N/A
Registration Deadline: October 16, 2026
Let’s Talk About Data Centers, AI & Appraisal Districts
Description:
The objective of this seminar is to provide appraisal professionals with a practical understanding of AI data center development, infrastructure, valuation methodology, documentation requirements, and effective communication strategies when valuing one of the fastest-growing property types in Texas.
Participants will receive a sample AI Use Policy that can be adapted for their appraisal district, along with implementation recommendations and best practices.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: Requests for refunds must be in writing and submitted by November 9, 2026; a $75 cancellation fee will be deducted. No refunds for cancellations after November 9, 2026.
Registration fees must reflect current membership status.
Duration: Day 1: Class 9am-5pm; Day 2: Class 9am-Noon. Breakfast included; lunch on your own.
Dates: November 16-17, 2026 |
Location: North Austin Marriott - 2600 La Frontera Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78681
Instructor: Various
Fees: TAAD Member District: $250 | TAAD Affiliate/Associate Member: $275 | Non-member: $300 |
Credits: 10 hours requested
Registration Deadline: November 9, 2026
Wildlife Appraisal Seminar
Description:
To provide training in this area, TAAD is sponsoring a one-day seminar designed to teach the basics of wildlife management activities, determining qualifications for wildlife appraisal, and calculating the value of property under wildlife appraisal. You will learn key features to look for when monitoring wildlife properties.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: Requests for refunds must be in writing and submitted by November 12, 2026; a $75 cancellation fee will be deducted. No refunds for cancellations after November 12, 2026.
Registration fees must reflect current membership status.
Duration: 8:30am-5pm. Breakfast included & lunch on your own.
Dates: November 19, 2026 |
Location: North Austin Marriott - 2600 La Frontera Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78681
Instructor: Carla Pope-Osborne, Daniel Van Schaik
Fees: TAAD Member District: $175 | TAAD Affiliate/Associate Member: $200 | Non-member: $250 |
Credits: 7.5 CEs
Registration Deadline: November 12, 2026