Auction School Reduces Apprenticeship time by 18 months

Requirements Checklist, Full Auctioneer License

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have completed the apprenticeship pathway, either two years under a sponsor, or six months under a sponsor after completing auction school.
• Must pass the state auction exam.
• Obtain a surety bond.
• Pay application and license fee.

Step by Step Process

1. Pass the apprentice examination.
2. Obtain your $5,000 apprentice surety bond.
3. Complete your apprenticeship, either two years under your sponsor, or six months under your sponsor if you have graduated from an accredited auction school such as Missouri Auction School.
4. Pass the full auctioneer exam.
5. Obtain your $25,000 surety bond for your full license.
6. Receive your license.

Timeline and Cost

Fees are set by the Department of Agriculture and are subject to change.

License Renewal

Both apprentice and full auctioneer licenses run on an annual registration cycle from July 1 through June 30 and must be renewed by the expiration date. Apprentice renewal requires a valid photo ID and proof of at least 3 hours of continuing education. Full auctioneer renewal requires a valid photo ID and proof of at least 6 hours of continuing education, or a completed affidavit.

Reciprocity

West Virginia offers reciprocity with Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Source: National Auctioneer License Law Officials Association.

Exemptions

West Virginia exempts sales conducted on behalf of the federal or state government, and sales conducted by a court appointed representative acting within the scope of their authority.