Program Overview

Real Estate Salesperson Certificate of Specialization

Related Degrees & Certificates

• CS Certificate of Specialization
  • Real Estate Professional | 15 units

Career Opportunities

Salespersons in real estate are generally employed in real estate offices serving the general public. However, some agents secure employment with commercial enterprises operating in the real estate industry (e.g., developers, government agencies, escrow companies, loan officer, mortgage banker, property manager, etc.)

Program Learning Outcomes

Students completing this program will be able to:

• Meet the requirements set by the State of California to qualify to take the Real Estate Sales licensing exam.
• Prepare the student to successfully pass the State of California Real Estate Sales licensing exam.
• Define the role, responsibility and ethical conduct of a licensed sales agent in California.
• Properly analyze how to acquire and hold real estate in California.

Recommended High School Preparation

• Coursework in Mathematics, Business, Accounting, English

Prerequisite Requirements

For licensed Real Estate Agents, R.E. 100 and 105 may be waived as prerequisites for all real estate courses.

Program Overview

This certificate prepares students for the Real Estate Salesperson licensing examination. The license is required of individuals who conduct licensed real estate activities as described by Real Estate Law in California. Licensed Real Estate Salespersons work under the supervision of a licensed broker.

Program Requirements

Requirements

• Required Core Courses: 9 units
  • R.E. 100 | Real Estate Principles | 3 units
  • R.E. 110 | Real Estate Practice | 3 units
  • R.E. 121 | Legal Aspects of Real Estate | 3 units
• Total Required Units: 9