Become a Professional Auctioneer

Become a Professional Auctioneer

• Who:
  • Anyone, 18 years of age and older, with a desire to learn more about the auction method of marketing and sales. Basic math skills, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a criminal background check are required.
  • Real estate professionals and/or attorneys wishing to obtain an auctioneer license to incorporate auctions into their businesses.
  • People who want to improve communication skills or to simply learn more about auctions in order to be an educated consumer.
• What: A comprehensive 96-hour program designed to prepare participants to pass the state exam, obtain a license, and have the tools necessary to enter the business world as an auctioneer.
• When: We run two classes per year, one in the Spring semester and another in the Fall semester.
• Where: Carolina Auction Academy is housed in the Crutchfield Education Center located on Highway 24/27 between Charlotte and Albemarle at 102 Stanly Parkway in Locust, North Carolina.
• Why: The auction method of marketing and sales is a growing billion dollar industry. Carolina Auction Academy opened in 2005 as one of only three schools approved in North Carolina to offer professional auctioneer training.
• How: Carolina Auction Academy provides an evening program, which meets two nights per week. In addition, we have the capability of offering most sessions in a live interactive format which allows students to tune in from a remote location. A team of highly qualified instructors will be available to work with students to prepare them to enter the auction profession whether full-time or part-time.