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Michigan Certified Assessing Officer (MCAO)
The State Tax Commission is pleased to announce that the January 2027 MCAO Program is now open for enrollment. The nine-month MCAO program covers ten chapters with weekly virtual classroom sessions. Classroom sessions will either be on Monday or Tuesday evenings and breaks are scheduled into the program. Specific classroom dates will be given after acceptance to the program. Applications must be received (not postmarked) by the STC no later than December 4, 2026. This session is limited to 70 students.
MCAO January 2027 Program Application
MCAO Application Review Process
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