Become a Real Estate Salesperson
Course Packages & Pricing
In order to become a Real Estate Salesperson (agent) in the state of California you are required to successfully complete three college-level courses (Real Estate Principles, Real Estate Practice, and one elective course) and then pass the Salesperson State Exam. See the Real Estate Salesperson License Requirements at the bottom of this page for more detailed information.
2-Course Online Package $373
Includes:
• 2 of the 3 required pre-licensing courses • Salesperson Crash Course
Why choose this package:
• Great option if you already completed an approved elective course
• Helps you finish the remaining required courses
The DRE may accept courses such as Business Law, Economics, or Accounting from an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university. Please contact the DRE directly to confirm if your college course qualifies.
Includes:
• 2 of the 3 required pre-licensing courses • Salesperson Crash Course
Why choose this package:
• Great option if you already completed an approved elective course
• Helps you finish the remaining required courses
The DRE may accept courses such as Business Law, Economics, or Accounting from an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university. Please contact the DRE directly to confirm if your college course qualifies.
Individual Courses $97
Includes:
• Individual pre-licensing course
• Each additional course purchased at the same time $77
Note: This does NOT include the Salesperson Crash Course.
Why choose this option:
• Flexible option if you do not need the full package
• Allows you to purchase only the course or courses you still need
Includes:
• Individual pre-licensing course
• Each additional course purchased at the same time $77
Note: This does NOT include the Salesperson Crash Course.
Why choose this option:
• Flexible option if you do not need the full package
• Allows you to purchase only the course or courses you still need
Real Estate Salesperson License Requirements
In order to get a Salesperson license in the state of California, you must be 18 years or older, pass a government background check, and pass the DRE-administered Salesperson State Exam. In order to qualify for this exam, you must complete three courses:
Exceptions:
Once you complete the three required pre-license courses, apply for the Salesperson State Exam (we recommend the Combined Salesperson Examination and License Application found below). It can take up to six weeks for the DRE to process your application.
HELPFUL LINKS:
- Real Estate Principles
- Real Estate Practice
- One Elective Course
Exceptions:
- If you completed Business Law, Economics, or Accounting at an approved 2 or 4-year college, then you have already completed the elective requirement. If you have completed one of said courses, please order a sealed, official transcript from your college or university and send it off to the DRE when you are ready to apply for the State Exam.
- Members of the California State Bar are exempt from the college-level course requirements. Evidence of admission to practice law in California, such as a photocopy of both sides of a California State Bar membership card, must be furnished.
Once you complete the three required pre-license courses, apply for the Salesperson State Exam (we recommend the Combined Salesperson Examination and License Application found below). It can take up to six weeks for the DRE to process your application.
HELPFUL LINKS:
- Requirements to Apply for a Real Estate Salesperson License
- How to Apply for the Salesperson Exam
- Salesperson Examination Application (RE 400A)
- Combined Salesperson Exam / License Application Forms (RE 216B, RE 435, RE 435A, RE 237)
