Arizona Real Estate Agent Continuing Education Requirements

• 30 hours

  of board-approved CE every 2 years

  1 license class
  • Designated Broker / Self-Employed Broker / Delegated Associate Broker CE — 30 Hours

  Course for this class is in board review.

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• 24 hours

  of board-approved CE every 2 years

  1 license class
  • Salesperson & Associate Broker CE — 24 Hours

  Course for this class is in board review.

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How renewal works

From course to renewed license in Arizona

1. Step 1

   Pick the course for your license class

   Each course above is planned to the 24 hours and topics Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) requires.

2. Step 2

   Complete it online, at your pace

   Timed lessons and checkpoints record your seat time so the hours hold up to an audit.

3. Step 3

   Download your certificate instantly

   Your certificate lists the approved hours and completion date the moment you pass.

4. Step 4

   Renew with the board

   Keep your certificate — the board verifies completion on renewal or audit. Then renew every 2 years through the board.

Questions Arizona real estate agents ask

Frequently asked questions

How many continuing education hours do Arizona real estate agents need?

Arizona real estate agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE).

Which license types have different CE requirements in Arizona?

Requirements differ by license class in Arizona: 30 hours for Designated Broker / Self-Employed Broker / Delegated Associate Broker CE — 30 Hours; 24 hours for Salesperson & Associate Broker CE — 24 Hours.

What topics are required for Arizona real estate agents continuing education?

Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) requires coverage of: Agency Law (3 hours); Contract Law (3 hours); Commissioner's Standards (Real Estate) (3 hours); Disclosure (3 hours); Fair Housing (3 hours); Real Estate Legal Issues (3 hours); Firewise (1 hour); General Real Estate / Business Brokerage (elective) (3 hours); Broker Management Clinic 1 (Commissioner's Standards category) (3 hours); Deed Fraud (1 hour); Arizona Water (1 hour).

Is an exam required to renew a Arizona real estate agents license?

Yes — Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.

Can Arizona real estate agents complete continuing education online?

Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Arizona requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.