Pennsylvania · Real Estate Agents · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your Pennsylvania Real Estate Agent License
Pennsylvania real estate agents must complete 14 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA).
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA) rule on September 10, 2026.
- CE hours
- 14 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Next deadline
- May 31, 2028
- Exam to renew
- Required
Who has to renew
This guide covers Pennsylvania real estate agents holding a Standard Biennial CE — Experienced Licensees (2026–2028 cycle) license. Requirements are set by Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA).
When to renew
Pennsylvania real estate agents licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is May 31, 2028. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (49 Pa. Code §35.382(a); Section 404.1(a) of the Real Estate Licensing and Registration Act (63 P.S. §455.404a) — CE must be completed by May 31 renewal deadline of each even-numbered year)
The continuing education Pennsylvania requires
Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA) requires 14 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:
- Protecting Consumer's Real Property, Personal Property and Information — at least 2 hours
- Elective Topics (Commission-approved) — at least 12 hours
- General Module (New Licensee Commission-Developed Course) — at least 7 hours
How to renew, step by step
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Confirm your license class and renewal date
Pennsylvania sets real estate agents requirements by license class (Standard Biennial CE — Experienced Licensees (2026–2028 cycle)). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is May 31, 2028.
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Complete 14 hours of board-approved continuing education
Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA) requires 14 hours every 2 years, including Protecting Consumer's Real Property, Personal Property and Information, Elective Topics (Commission-approved), General Module (New Licensee Commission-Developed Course). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the Pennsylvania real estate agents course - 3
Save your certificate of completion
Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.
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Make sure your hours reach the board
In Pennsylvania, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.
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Renew with Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA)
Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. This renewal also requires passing an exam. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.
Go to Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA)
Pennsylvania real estate agent renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do Pennsylvania real estate agents need?
- Pennsylvania real estate agents must complete 14 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA).
- Which license classes does the Pennsylvania real estate agents CE requirement apply to?
- The 14 hours requirement applies to: Standard Biennial CE — Experienced Licensees (2026–2028 cycle).
- What topics are required for Pennsylvania real estate agents continuing education?
- Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA) requires coverage of: Protecting Consumer's Real Property, Personal Property and Information (2 hours); Elective Topics (Commission-approved) (12 hours); General Module (New Licensee Commission-Developed Course) (7 hours).
- Is an exam required to renew a Pennsylvania real estate agents license?
- Yes — Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
- Can Pennsylvania real estate agents complete continuing education online?
- Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Pennsylvania requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.
Sources
- Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (BPOA) — official board site
- Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 10, 2026
- Pennsylvania Real Estate Agents continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class