Simplified CE for Illinois Real Estate Brokers
Complete 12 Hours of Broker Continuing Education Effortlessly!
Stay ahead in the industry with comprehensive Broker Continuing Education (CE) programs. Our user-friendly courses are IDFPR-approved and designed to fit your busy schedule. Choose from engaging All Live session (webinar) or the ultimate flexibility of an All Online (self-study) option.
Select a 12-hour package and start now!
Select the Format Option that Fits Your Learning Style
- Study online - no textbooks or classes.
- Interactive knowledge checks and a system that tracks your progress.
- Learn at your own pace with access courses from anywhere, anytime.
- Includes Sexual Harassment Prevention.
- Includes REALTOR® Code of Ethics training*.
- No final exam.
- 2-day live, instructor-led training.
- Attend live webinar from the convenience of your home or office.
- Includes Sexual Harassment Prevention.
- Includes REALTOR® Code of Ethics training*.
- No final exam.
* Our Ethical Practice course has been reviewed by the Chicago Association of REALTORS® and is approved to satisfy the Code of Ethics training requirement. The National Association of REALTORS® indicates that all associations must recognize/give credit for training approved by other associations.
Illinois Broker CE Requirements:
- 12 credit hours of core and elective CE, consisting of:
- 4-Hour Core
- 8-Hour Elective, including Sexual Harassment Prevention
- Brokers renew every two years by April 30 (in even years).
- Brokers must complete their entire CE requirement before renewing their licenses.
Exceptions: Brokers renewing for the first time require Post-License Education instead of CE. Active Illinois Attorneys are not required to complete CE but must renew their license with IDFPR.
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FAQs
Are Real Estate Institute's courses approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)?
Yes. Real Estate Institute offers continuing education programs approved by the IDFPR and specifically designed to satisfy license renewal requirements.
What are the Continuing Education (CE) requirements for IL Real Estate Brokers?
Brokers licensed by the IDFPR must complete 12 hours of continuing education during each renewal period.*
- 4 Hours: Core - May only be completed live or online, not self-study
- 8 Hours: Electives - Must include at least one (1) hour of Sexual Harassment Prevention training
*NOTE: Brokers renewing for the first time do not require continuing education. Instead, they must complete 45 hrs of Post-License Education and at least one (1) hour of Sexual Harassment Prevention training.
When do IL Real Estate Brokers need to complete their continuing education requirements?
IL Real Estate Brokers must complete continuing education before each license renewal deadline: Every two (2) years by April 30 (in even years).
Are my credits automatically reported to the IDFPR upon completing my course(s)?
Yes. Real Estate Institute reports all successful course completions to the appropriate regulatory authority. We report electronically (when permitted) to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
I just obtained my broker license. Do I need continuing education?
Brokers renewing for the first time do not need to complete continuing education before renewing their license. Instead, they must complete 45 hrs of Post-License Education before their first license renewal.
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Broker License Renewal Fact Sheet
Source: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Illinois Real Estate License Act of 2000 (Administrative Rules)
Source: Illinois General Assembly
Illinois Real Estate License Act of 2000 (Law)
Source: Illinois General Assembly