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How to Renew Your Vermont Real Estate Agent License

Vermont real estate agents must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Vermont Real Estate Commission / Office of Professional Regulation (Vermont Secretary of State).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Vermont Real Estate Commission / Office of Professional Regulation (Vermont Secretary of State) rule on September 10, 2026.

CE hours
16 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
May 31, 2028
Exam to renew
Required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Vermont real estate agents holding a license in one of these classes: Broker CE — biennial renewal by March 31 of even-numbered years, Salesperson CE — biennial renewal by May 31 of even-numbered years. Requirements are set by Vermont Real Estate Commission / Office of Professional Regulation (Vermont Secretary of State). Hours differ by class — 24 hours for Broker CE — biennial renewal by March 31 of even-numbered years; 16 hours for Salesperson CE — biennial renewal by May 31 of even-numbered years.

When to renew

Vermont 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. (04-030-290-X (Code Vt. R.) §3.1(a): 'Licenses and registrations renew on a fixed biennial schedule and must be renewed before they expire.')

The continuing education Vermont requires

Vermont Real Estate Commission / Office of Professional Regulation (Vermont Secretary of State) requires 16 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Mandatory Commission-Specified Legislative/Topics Course — at least 4 hours
  • Elective Courses (VREC-approved) — at least 20 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Vermont sets real estate agents requirements by license class (Broker CE — biennial renewal by March 31 of even-numbered years, Salesperson CE — biennial renewal by May 31 of even-numbered years). 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.

  2. 2

    Complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Vermont Real Estate Commission / Office of Professional Regulation (Vermont Secretary of State) requires 16 hours every 2 years, including Mandatory Commission-Specified Legislative/Topics Course, Elective Courses (VREC-approved). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Vermont real estate agents course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Vermont, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

  5. 5

    Renew with Vermont Real Estate Commission / Office of Professional Regulation (Vermont Secretary of State)

    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 Vermont Real Estate Commission / Office of Professional Regulation (Vermont Secretary of State)

Vermont real estate agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Vermont real estate agents need?
Vermont real estate agents must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Vermont Real Estate Commission / Office of Professional Regulation (Vermont Secretary of State).
Which license types have different CE requirements in Vermont?
Requirements differ by license class in Vermont: 24 hours for Broker CE — biennial renewal by March 31 of even-numbered years; 16 hours for Salesperson CE — biennial renewal by May 31 of even-numbered years.
What topics are required for Vermont real estate agents continuing education?
Vermont Real Estate Commission / Office of Professional Regulation (Vermont Secretary of State) requires coverage of: Mandatory Commission-Specified Legislative/Topics Course (4 hours); Elective Courses (VREC-approved) (20 hours).
Is an exam required to renew a Vermont real estate agents license?
Yes — Vermont Real Estate Commission / Office of Professional Regulation (Vermont Secretary of State) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
Can Vermont real estate agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Vermont requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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