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Connecticut Real Estate Agent Continuing Education Requirements

Connecticut real estate agents must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection / Real Estate Commission.

Applies to Salesperson, Broker.

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Requirements at a glance

What Connecticut requires of real estate agents

Set by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection / Real Estate Commission

CE hours required
12 hours
per renewal 2 years
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
License classes
Salesperson, Broker
Exam to renew
Not required

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The course Connecticut real estate agents need

One course, planned to the exact hours and topics Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection / Real Estate Commission requires.

  • 12 hours

    of board-approved CE every 2 years

    2 license classes
    • Salesperson
    • Broker

    Course for these classes is in board review.

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Required subject matter

Topics Connecticut real estate agents must cover

Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection / Real Estate Commission requires these subjects within your CE hours. Every course above is planned to include them.

  • CT Real Estate License Law (mandatory course)min. 3 hours

  • 9 hours real estate electives (no business/computer/motivation courses)

How renewal works

From course to renewed license in Connecticut

  1. Step 1

    Pick the course for your license class

    Each course above is planned to the 12 hours and topics Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection / Real Estate Commission 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.

Renewing soon? Read the step-by-step guide: How to renew your Connecticut real estate agent license.

Questions Connecticut real estate agents ask

Frequently asked questions

How many continuing education hours do Connecticut real estate agents need?
Connecticut real estate agents must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection / Real Estate Commission.
Which license classes does the Connecticut real estate agents CE requirement apply to?
The 12 hours requirement applies to: Salesperson, Broker.
What topics are required for Connecticut real estate agents continuing education?
Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection / Real Estate Commission requires coverage of: CT Real Estate License Law (mandatory course) (3 hours); 9 hours real estate electives (no business/computer/motivation courses).
Can Connecticut real estate agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Connecticut requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

Official Connecticut real estate agents licensing resources

Requirements on this page come from Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection / Real Estate Commission’s published rules and were last verified on September 4, 2026. Always confirm your renewal date with the board.

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Every real estate agents course is built to meet Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection / Real Estate Commission requirements so the credit you earn actually counts toward your renewal.

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Every course is planned to the exact hours and mandated topics the state publishes, so the credit you earn counts toward renewal.

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