Continuing Education Courses

We offer many continuing education courses in several formats! Pick your classes based on your preferred learning style.

Class Delivery Methods

CLASSROOM

  • Instructor-led
  • In-Person
  • Classroom Location
  • Core & Elective Options

LIVE WEBINAR

  • Instructor-led
  • Online Course Modules
  • Virtual Chat & Classroom
  • Core & Elective Options

ONLINE

  • Instructor-Free
  • Complete Anytime
  • Online Course Modules
  • Bundles Available

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45 Hour Post-licensing
12 Hour Broker Management

ATTENTION: Per Illinois License Law, Section 5-70(j) of the Act, “no more than 12 hours of CE credit may be taken in one calendar day.” This applies to live and webinar (instructor-led) courses only. Please complete your CE accordingly.

Broker Requirements

NEXT RENEWAL DEADLINE: April 30, 2026

Managing Broker Requirements

NEXT RENEWAL DEADLINE: April 30, 2025

Leasing Agent Requirements

NEXT RENEWAL DEADLINE: July 31, 2026

Panel Name: broker_1

Broker Renewal Deadline: April 30, 2026

OPTION 1: If you were licensed prior to November 1, 2023, you need to complete the requirements below by April 30, 2026:

  • 12 Hours
    • 4 Hours Core
    • 8 Hours Elective
      • 1 Hour must fulfill the Sexual Harassment Prevention training requirement

OPTION 2: If you were originally licensed between November 1, 2023 and October 31, 2025, you need to complete the 45 Hour Post-Licensing Package for your first license renewal period by April 30, 2026.

OPTION 3: If you were originally licensed on or after November 1, 2025, you need to complete the 45 Hour Post-Licensing Package by April 30, 2026.

Click here to view the CE requirements from the IDFPR page.

Panel Name: broker_2

Managing Broker Renewal REQUIREMENTS

NEXT RENEWAL DEADLINE: April 30, 2025

OPTION 1

If you were first issued a Managing Broker license before Feb. 1, 2023, you must complete the requirements below by April 30, 2025:

OPTION 2

If you were issued a Managing Broker license between February 1, 2023 and January 31, 2025, you must complete the requirements below by April 30, 2025:

  • 12 Hours of CE:
    • 4 Hours of Core
    • 8 Hours of Elective
      • 1 Hour must fulfill the sexual harassment prevention training requirement

OPTION 3

If you were licensed on or after February 1, 2025, no CE is required for the upcoming renewal.

Click here to view the CE requirements from the IDFPR page.

Panel Name: broker_3

Leasing Agent Renewal Deadline: July 31, 2026

OPTION 1: If first issued a license prior to May 1, 2024, you need to complete the following by July 31, 2026:

OPTION 2: If first issued a license on or after May 1, 2024, no CE is required for the upcoming renewal.

Click here to view the CE requirements from the IDFPR page.

CE You Can Complete Anytime: Self-Paced

SELF-PACED CE BUNDLES

Complete ALL of your license renewal requirements in one go, and save money at the same time. These are self-paced and will remain accessible to you through your deadline in April 2026 (Brokers), or April 2025 (Managing Brokers). Bonus! These will also satisfy your NAR ethics requirement, due December 31, 2024.

12 Hour broker CE Bundle: Residential

This bundle offers a special focus on residential real estate elective topics, including:

  • (Elective) Code of Ethics: Your Promise of Professionalism
  • (Elective) Fair Housing
  • 4 Hours Core
  • 1 Hour Elective: Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

COST: $65

PURCHASE

12 Hour broker CE Bundle: Commercial

This bundle offers a special focus on commercial real estate elective topics, including:

  • (Elective) Code of Ethics: Your Promise of Professionalism
  • (Elective) Anatomy of a Shopping Center
  • (Elective) Anatomy of an Office Building
  • 4 Hours Core
  • 1 Hour Elective: Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

COST: $65

PURCHASE

24 Hour Managing Broker Residential Bundle

This bundle will satisfy the renewal requirement for Managing Brokers, including:

  • (Elective) Code of Ethics: Your Promise of Professionalism
  • (Elective) Fair Housing
  • 4 Hours Core
  • 1 Hour Elective: Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
  • 12 Hour Broker Management

COST: $199

PURCHASE

24 Hour Managing Broker Commercial Bundle

This bundle will satisfy the renewal requirement for Managing Brokers, including:

  • (Elective) Code of Ethics: Your Promise of Professionalism
  • (Elective) Anatomy of a Shopping Center
  • (Elective) Anatomy of an Office Building
  • 4 Hours Core
  • 1 Hour Elective: Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
  • 12 Hour Broker Management

COST: $199

PURCHASE

A LA CARTE SELF-PACED

If you know you need just a few more continuing education hours, these individual classes are up your alley.

CLASSABOUTCE CREDITSCOST
8 Hour Leasing Agent Course*Focus on the application and analysis of license law in real-life situations.8 Hours Leasing Agent Core (*Leasing Agents only)$65-$75
12 Hour Broker Management Course*Learn skills and methods to train employees, implement sound real estate business practices and manage your offices.12 Hours Elective (*Managing Brokers only)$169-$179
CoreReview legal, ethical and practical responsibilities including Illinois license law, the handling of escrow and transaction documents, Fair Housing issues and advertising.4 Hours Core$35-$38
Anatomy of an Office BuildingGet into the field of office building development and management, and develop a more thorough understanding of office building operations.3 Hours Elective$25-$28
Anatomy of a Shopping CenterGain a working knowledge of the shopping center development process and history.3 Hours Elective$25-$28
Code of Ethics: Your Promise of ProfessionalismLearn how the Code of Ethics compares to and contrasts with the concept of general business ethics.3 Hours Elective$25-$28
Fair HousingBetter understand Fair Housing history and laws, and get real-life context and resources about Fair Housing-related matters.4 Hours Elective$35-$38
Making Sense of Residential Real Estate TaxesLearn how taxes are prorated for closings, levied and protested.3 Hours Elective$25-$28
Ownership and Title: How, Who and WhatReview the various types of estates in lands, the interests of owners, as well as the legal aspects of deed and title.3 Hours Elective$25-$28
Reasonable AccommodationsUnderstand the rights and obligations of persons with disabilities and housing providers under the Act relating to reasonable accommodations.2 Hours Elective$15-$18
Mold & Real EstateLearn what you need to know about navigating the growing problem of mold in residential & commercial real estate transactions.1 Hour Elective$15-$18
Sexual Harassment Prevention TrainingThis course completes the license renewal requirement.1 Hour Elective$15-$18

Upcoming Live Classes

Hosted in locations across Chicago or wherever you choose to set up your virtual classroom, we have a live schedule to fit your schedule!

2 Hours: $20-$25  |  3 Hours: $30-$35  |  4 Hours: $40-$45  |  Designations & Certifications: Prices Vary

January 2025

CLASS NAMEDATELOCATIONCE CREDITSDESCRIPTION
Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) Designation1/15/25 – 1/16/25Live Webinar8 Hours ElectiveThis course is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance personal performance. It provides a comprehensive foundation of skill development, training and resources to help real estate professionals represent the interests of sellers in today’s marketplace.

FEBRUARY 2025

CLASS NAMEDATELOCATIONCE CREDITSDESCRIPTION
Short-Sales & Foreclosure Resource (SFR) Certification2/20/25Live Webinar6 Hours ElectiveThis course is specifically designed to show how you can serve as a resource for sellers and buyers in the brokerage of distressed properties. Real estate professionals play an invaluable role in helping homeowners and homebuyers navigate these transactions.

March 2025

CLASS NAMEDATELOCATIONCE CREDITSDESCRIPTION
Core3/3/25CAR Office | 430 N. Michigan Ave.4 Hours CoreReview legal, ethical and practical responsibilities including Illinois license law, the handling of escrow and transaction documents, Fair Housing issues and advertising.
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training and Realtor Safety3/3/25CAR Office | 430 N. Michigan Ave.2 Hours ElectiveThis course completes the license renewal requirement.
The Appraisal Process3/4/25CAR Office | 430 N. Michigan Ave.3 Hours ElectiveIn this interactive course students will gain an understanding of the behind the scenes happenings of the appraisal process, stay current with industry changes, and construct competitive CMA’s. 
How To Analyze And Underwrite Multi-Use Mixed Properties3/4/25CAR Office | 430 N. Michigan Ave.3 Hours ElectiveThis course will teach students how to assess the viability of an investment property by becoming proficient in analyzing and underwriting the asset from both an investor’s and a banker’s perspective.
12 Hour Broker Management3/5/25 – 3/6/25CAR Office | 430 N. Michigan Ave.12 Hours Managing Broker CEThe Illinois Managing Broker Management CE Course is intended to satisfy the part of the continuing education requirements for Illinois managing broker licensees.
NAR’s Green Designation3/11/25CAR Office | 430 N. Michigan Ave.8 Hours ElectiveREALTORS® who can help their clients navigate the high performing features, including efficient appliances and solar, will have a market edge. Be the REALTOR® who knows which efficiency upgrades change the experience that a homeowner has in their home and help connect them to the incredibly robust efficiency rebates in the market right now.
Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) Certification3/12/25 – 3/13/25Live Webinar8 Hours ElectiveThe Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification is for real estate professionals who want to sharpen their negotiation skills for successful outcomes. The RENE certification program gives REALTORS® the tips and tools they need to be skillful advocates for their clients.
Home Finance Resource (HFR) Certification3/20/25Live Webinar6 Hours ElectiveThis course will teach you how to guide your buyers through the mortgage preapproval process by, for example, creating a mortgage application checklist with all of the documents they’ll need
Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) Designation3/25/25 – 3/26/25CAR Office | 430 N. Michigan Ave.12 Hours ElectiveThe goal of the ABR® two-day designation course is to educate and prepare buyer’s reps to provide the top-notch service and fidelity to buyers and to offer methods for building your buyer representation business.
Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) Certification3/27/25Live Webinar6 Hours ElectiveIn this course students will learn to select appropriate comparables and make accurate adjustments to them, for use in developing home price opinions.

April 2025

CLASS NAMEDATELOCATIONCE CREDITSDESCRIPTION
Essentials Of Property Management4/1/25 – 4/2/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 8008 Hours ElectiveThe most cost-effective way to preserve residential properties is through proper management and preventive maintenance techniques. This program helps building owners and managers be more effective at their jobs. Additionally, it will help foster ethical and legal practices in residential property management.
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training and Realtor Safety4/1/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 8002 Hours ElectiveThis course completes the license renewal requirement.
Core4/1/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 8004 Hours CoreReview legal, ethical and practical responsibilities including Illinois license law, the handling of escrow and transaction documents, Fair Housing issues and advertising.
Renovation Lending Solutions4/2/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 8003 Hours ElectiveThis course focuses on the renovation lending process, obtaining financing, the proper way to list a renovated home, the various types of renovation programs and how to structure a renovation transaction.
Real Estate Auctions4/2/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 8003 Hours ElectiveLearn the ins-and-outs of real estate auctions and perfect your business strategy in this select market. Not only will you be better prepared for your next auction, you’ll know what to do if you or your client are the winning bidder.
12 Hour Broker Management4/3/25 – 4/4/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 80012 Hours Managing Broker CEThe Illinois Managing Broker Management CE Course is intended to satisfy the part of the continuing education requirements for Illinois managing broker licensees.
Core4/21/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 8004 Hours CoreReview legal, ethical and practical responsibilities including Illinois license law, the handling of escrow and transaction documents, Fair Housing issues and advertising.
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training and Realtor Safety4/21/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 8002 Hours ElectiveThis course completes the license renewal requirement.
How To Analyze And Underwrite Multi-Use Mixed Properties4/22/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 8003 Hours ElectiveThis course will teach students how to assess the viability of an investment property by becoming proficient in analyzing and underwriting the asset from both an investor’s and a banker’s perspective.
Property Management 1014/22/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 8003 Hours ElectiveIn this course students will learn the basics of property management. The course includes instruction on different types of buildings, reading and understanding neighborhood comparisons, protected classes, the importance of the CRLTO (Chicago ordinance) and much more.
12 Hour Broker Management4/23/25 – 4/24/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 80012 Hours Managing Broker CEThe Illinois Managing Broker Management CE Course is intended to satisfy the part of the continuing education requirements for Illinois managing broker licensees.

September 2025

CLASS NAMEDATELOCATIONCE CREDITSDESCRIPTION
Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) Designation9/8/25 – 9/9/25Live Webinar12 Hours ElectiveThe goal of the ABR® two-day designation course is to educate and prepare buyer’s reps to provide the top-notch service and fidelity to buyers and to offer methods for building your buyer representation business.

October 2025

CLASS NAMEDATELOCATIONCE CREDITSDESCRIPTION
Home Finance Resource (HFR) Certification10/14/25Live Webinar6 Hours ElectiveThis course will teach you how to guide your buyers through the mortgage preapproval process by, for example, creating a mortgage application checklist with all of the documents they’ll need

November 2025

CLASS NAMEDATELOCATIONCE CREDITSDESCRIPTION
Essentials Of Property Management11/4/25 – 11/5/25CAR Office – 430 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 8008 Hours ElectiveThe most cost-effective way to preserve residential properties is through proper management and preventive maintenance techniques. This program helps building owners and managers be more effective at their jobs. Additionally, it will help foster ethical and legal practices in residential property management.
Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) Certification11/5/25Live Webinar6 Hours ElectiveIn this course students will learn to select appropriate comparables and make accurate adjustments to them, for use in developing home price opinions.

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