Valuer
Tasks & duties
Valuers may do some or all of the following, depending on the type of items they value:
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determine what type of valuation is required; for example, whether it is for resale or insurance purposes
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list and describe items to be valued
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examine items to check their condition and quality
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carry out further research to determine the correct value of items
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write reports on items and their value
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provide up-to-date market advice about the value of a product or products
Skills & knowledge
Valuers need to have:
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knowledge of the history and details of the items they are valuing
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knowledge of the market value of items or how to find out this information
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knowledge of styles and trends in their area of work
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skill in evaluating items
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record-keeping skills
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maths skills, including the ability to make calculations
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good research skills
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communication and interviewing skills
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time management skills
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements to become a valuer, but you need to complete on-the-job training with an employer or valuation company.
Valuers specialising in jewellery must pass international examinations in diamond grading, gemmology and jewellery appraising.
Secondary education
Useful subjects depend on the area of valuation you want to work in. English, art, art history, maths, technical drawing, woodwork, and mechanics may be useful.
Training on the job
Skills are gained on the job, through being in auction rooms or attending sales. Valuers may build up private databases and keep their own records of what items sell for.
Useful experience
Useful experience for valuers includes:
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work as an auction room attendant
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digital photography experience (for taking catalogue pictures)
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insurance work
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work selling or servicing the items they want to value, such as in a second-hand dealership
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engineering work
Related courses
Fine Arts
Jewellery Making
Valuation
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