Continuing Education
2024-26 Real Estate License Renewal Cycle
To renew their licenses, licensees must complete 14 hours of continuing education, including the required topics outlined in the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission special notice. Out of the 14 required continuing education credits, licensees must complete two hours in fair housing and three hours in agency relationships.
All coursework must be completed between June 1, 2024, and May 31, 2026.
All Licensees
All licensees (who are not renewing for the first time) are required to complete 14 hours of continuing education, including two hours in fair housing and three hours in agency relationships.
First-time License Renewal
Real estate licensees renewing for the first time must complete a specific set of continuing education modules through an approved education provider. These include two seven-hour courses: the General Module and then, depending on their practice, the Residential Module or the Commercial Module.
Licensees Who Are Licensed After Dec. 1, 2025
Real estate licensees who are licensed less than six months prior to the renewal deadline are exempt from the continuing education requirements for the first renewal cycle. However, licensees must still renew their licenses.
Pre-licensing
You must complete the Real Estate Fundamentals and Real Estate Practice courses to become a real estate salesperson. Learn more about how to become a Realtor®.
More Information
Code of Ethics Training
Realtors® are required to complete a minimum of 2.5 hours of approved Code of Ethics training every three years. Free online Code of Ethics training is available through the National Association of Realtors®. You can also take courses locally.
Some local Pennsylvania associations have additional ethics education requirements. Check with your local association for more information.
Current CoE deadline: Dec. 31, 2027
Fair Housing Training
Starting in 2025, Realtors® must complete two hours of fair housing training every three years. The NAR Board of Directors approved the new requirement at its May 11 meeting. The three-year cycle coincides with the existing Code of Ethics training requirement.
Real Estate Appraisers
Appraisers must complete 28 hours of continuing professional education by June 30 of every odd-numbered year.
Realtors® Triple Play Convention
PAR jointly sponsors the Realtors® Triple Play Convention where a variety of continuing education courses are offered. The convention will be held Dec. 4-7, 2023, at the Atlantic City Convention Center, Atlantic City, New Jersey.
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Upcoming Courses
Continuing Education
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Delaware Statutory Trusts: A 1031 Exchange Replacement Property Option
Delaware Statutory Trusts: A 1031 Exchange Replacement Property Option
This course will help real estate professionals understand how Section 1031 exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) work together to provide solutions for real estate investors struggling to find suitable […]
Contracts and the Pennsylvania Agreement of Sale for Residential Real Estate
Contracts and the Pennsylvania Agreement of Sale for Residential Real Estate
This course is intended to educate licensees on the following: Basic contract law principles Recent changes to the Standard PAR Agreement of Sale (post NAR Settlement) Key provisions and common […]
2 events,
Keep an Eye of the Exits
Keep an Eye of the Exits
Better understand the agreement of sale language and explain the significance and calculations of #5. Dates/Time is of the Essence. Timely identify and explain when, why and who may terminate […]
Growing Your Real Estate Business Providing Short Sale Services
Growing Your Real Estate Business Providing Short Sale Services
Attendees will: Gain the knowledge and expertise to assist homeowners who are struggling financially and can no longer afford their mortgage Understand the options available to homeowners who are not […]
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4 events,
List & Lease Rental Properties in Pennsylvania
List & Lease Rental Properties in Pennsylvania
Learning Objectives Identify and review the critical Landlord/Tenant & Fair Housing laws that impact housing providers and consumers. Provide the knowledge necessary to help real estate professionals safely guide housing […]
Qualifying a Seller to Sell
Qualifying a Seller to Sell
In a world where sellers may be upside down, divorced or divorcing, not the most recent occupant (an executor or power of attorney), or otherwise not a traditional seller, a […]
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate Exam. This course is designed to […]
2 events,
Legal Corner: Agreement of Sale Refresher
Legal Corner: Agreement of Sale Refresher
Join PAR’s legal team as they provide some updates and reminders about PAR’s Agreement of Sale.
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate Exam. This course is designed to […]
4 events,
Agency Relationship Education
Agency Relationship Education
Learning Objectives Identify various agency concepts and the fiduciary duties involved in agency relationships. Describe the types of agency relationships and the characteristics of each. Discuss the disclosures involved in […]
Residential Property Management
Residential Property Management
Residential Property Management is a commission-development-approved elective for your broker’s license. Marv Levin runs the commercial division of a large brokerage in Pittsburgh bringing 40+ years of property management experience […]
PA Required Fair Housing Education
PA Required Fair Housing Education
Learning Objectives Have a better understanding of the history of discrimination and fair housing laws Be better able to apply fair housing laws to specific situations Recognize the facts of […]
1 event,
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate Exam. This course is designed to […]
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3 events,
Real World Real Estate
Real World Real Estate
The 14-hour Real World Real Estate program is designed to provide students with a high level of knowledge and understanding regarding key areas of real estate practice. It will bridge […]
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate Exam. This course is designed to […]
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals
Students will learn the basic principles of real estate, real estate vocabulary, ownership of real property, the rights of ownership and limitations, how ownership is held and title is transferred, […]
3 events,
Pre-Licensing Package
Pre-Licensing Package
Real Estate Fundamentals – 30 Hours Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate […]
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate Exam. This course is designed to […]
5 events,
Pre-Licensing Package
Pre-Licensing Package
Real Estate Fundamentals – 30 Hours Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate […]
Understanding Non-Qualified Mortgages
Understanding Non-Qualified Mortgages
The objective of this course is to learn about the vast options there are for people to access mortgage funding and home equity. Not everyone can show a traditional Debt-to-Income […]
Residential Property Management
Residential Property Management
Residential Property Management is a commission-development-approved elective for your broker’s license. Marv Levin runs the commercial division of a large brokerage in Pittsburgh bringing 40+ years of property management experience […]
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals
Students will learn the basic principles of real estate, real estate vocabulary, ownership of real property, the rights of ownership and limitations, how ownership is held and title is transferred, […]
4 events,
The Art of Real Estate Documentation: Mastering Standard Forms
The Art of Real Estate Documentation: Mastering Standard Forms
Learn to utilize standard forms to accomplish your clients' goals and avoid common misunderstandings.
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate Exam. This course is designed to […]
3 events,
Risk Reduction for Brokers and Agents
Risk Reduction for Brokers and Agents
This course is intended to educate licensees on areas of risk inherent the following: The seller's property disclosure The transaction The failed transaction This course will provide licensees with a […]
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2 events,
5 events,
Pre-Licensing Package
Pre-Licensing Package
The Epic Homebuyer Experience
The Epic Homebuyer Experience
Learning Objectives Understand the critical importance of buyer agency in creating long-lasting, referral-based relationships. Grasp the mindset required to transform the homebuyer experience from transactional to "EPIC" meaning that the […]
The Power of 1031 Exchanges
The Power of 1031 Exchanges
Many know a 1031 like-kind exchange will help sellers defer gain when selling investment or business use property. This course will help real estate professionals harness the power of Section […]
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals
Students will learn the basic principles of real estate, real estate vocabulary, ownership of real property, the rights of ownership and limitations, how ownership is held and title is transferred, […]
5 events,
Pre-Licensing Package
Pre-Licensing Package
Real Estate Fundamentals – 30 Hours Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate […]
Pennsylvania Required Fair Housing Education
Pennsylvania Required Fair Housing Education
Learning Objectives Have a better understanding of the history of discrimination and fair housing laws Be better able to apply fair housing laws to specific situations Recognize the facts of […]
Delaware Statutory Trusts: A 1031 Exchange Replacement Property Option
Delaware Statutory Trusts: A 1031 Exchange Replacement Property Option
This course will help real estate professionals understand how Section 1031 exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) work together to provide solutions for real estate investors struggling to find suitable […]
6 events,
Pre-Licensing Package
Pre-Licensing Package
Real Estate Fundamentals – 30 Hours Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate […]
Residential Property Management
Residential Property Management
Residential Property Management is a commission-development-approved elective for your broker’s license. Marv Levin runs the commercial division of a large brokerage in Pittsburgh bringing 40+ years of property management experience […]
Real Estate Fundamentals
Real Estate Fundamentals
Students will learn the basic principles of real estate, real estate vocabulary, ownership of real property, the rights of ownership and limitations, how ownership is held and title is transferred, […]
6 events,
Win or Lose: The Art of Negotiating the Agreement of Sale
Win or Lose: The Art of Negotiating the Agreement of Sale
This course will focus on the offers/agreements between buyers and sellers. The Agreement of Sale (ASR) and addenda are very flexible tools that professional licensees should use. The course will […]
The Simplicity of Negotiation
The Simplicity of Negotiation
Negotiation is not about manipulation, forcing the parties' hands or getting the best deal every time. Learn the simplicity behind the give and take.
8 events,
Pre-Licensing Package
Pre-Licensing Package
Pre-Licensing Package
Pre-Licensing Package
Zoning 101 for Real Estate Professionals
Zoning 101 for Real Estate Professionals
This course is designed for real estate agents and covers the basics of Pennsylvania Zoning and municipal Land Use laws as they relate to residential and small commercial properties.
Navigating the Complexities of Investor Clients: A Guide for Licensed Real Estate Agents
Navigating the Complexities of Investor Clients: A Guide for Licensed Real Estate Agents
In today's real estate market, agents often work with investor clients who have unique needs and goals. The course subject matter includes understanding the roles & responsibilities of an agent, […]
Real Estate Practice
Real Estate Practice
Real Estate Practice is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate Exam. This course is designed to […]
8 events,
Pre-Licensing Package
Pre-Licensing Package
Real Estate Fundamentals – 30 Hours Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate […]
Contracts and the Pennsylvania Agreement of Sale for Residential Real Estate
Contracts and the Pennsylvania Agreement of Sale for Residential Real Estate
Learning Objectives Basic contract law principles Recent changes to the Standard PAR Agreement of Sale (post NAR Settlement) Key provisions and common mistakes in the preparation and use of the […]
Delaware Statutory Trusts: A 1031 Exchange Replacement Property Option
Delaware Statutory Trusts: A 1031 Exchange Replacement Property Option
This course will help real estate professionals understand how Section 1031 like-kind exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) work together to provide solutions for real estate investors struggling to find […]
Real Estate Practice
Real Estate Practice
Real Estate Practice is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate Exam. This course is designed to […]
8 events,
Pre-Licensing Package
Pre-Licensing Package
Real Estate Fundamentals – 30 Hours Real Estate Fundamentals is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate […]
How to Properly Represent Buyers of New Construction
How to Properly Represent Buyers of New Construction
This course will provide an overview of the proper way to prepare a comparative market analysis using the approval processes that are confined to the sales comparison approach, which is […]
Residential Property Management
Residential Property Management
Residential Property Management is a commission-development-approved elective for your broker’s license. Marv Levin runs the commercial division of a large brokerage in Pittsburgh bringing 40+ years of property management experience […]
8 events,
Ethics in Real Estate
Ethics in Real Estate
This course will provide background and training for the NAR Code of Ethics as well as compare and contrast concepts of the REALTOR Code of Ethics and general business ethics. […]
Real Estate Practice
Real Estate Practice
Real Estate Practice is one of two prescribed courses required by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to qualify to take the State Real Estate Exam. This course is designed to […]
