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Idaho Real Estate Agent Continuing Education Requirements

Idaho real estate agents must complete 14 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Idaho Real Estate Commission (Idaho DOPL).

Applies to Salesperson, Broker.

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Requirements at a glance

What Idaho requires of real estate agents

Set by Idaho Real Estate Commission (Idaho DOPL)

CE hours required
14 hours
per renewal 2 years
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
License classes
Salesperson, Broker
Exam to renew
Required

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The course Idaho real estate agents need

One course, planned to the exact hours and topics Idaho Real Estate Commission (Idaho DOPL) 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 Idaho real estate agents must cover

Idaho Real Estate Commission (Idaho DOPL) requires these subjects within your CE hours. Every course above is planned to include them.

  • Idaho Commission Core courses (two different)

  • 12 elective hours (first active renewal: 12 hours post-license education instead)

How renewal works

From course to renewed license in Idaho

  1. Step 1

    Pick the course for your license class

    Each course above is planned to the 14 hours and topics Idaho Real Estate Commission (Idaho DOPL) 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 Idaho real estate agent license.

Questions Idaho real estate agents ask

Frequently asked questions

How many continuing education hours do Idaho real estate agents need?
Idaho real estate agents must complete 14 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Idaho Real Estate Commission (Idaho DOPL).
Which license classes does the Idaho real estate agents CE requirement apply to?
The 14 hours requirement applies to: Salesperson, Broker.
What topics are required for Idaho real estate agents continuing education?
Idaho Real Estate Commission (Idaho DOPL) requires coverage of: Idaho Commission Core courses (two different); 12 elective hours (first active renewal: 12 hours post-license education instead).
Is an exam required to renew a Idaho real estate agents license?
Yes — Idaho Real Estate Commission (Idaho DOPL) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
Can Idaho real estate agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Idaho requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

Official Idaho real estate agents licensing resources

Requirements on this page come from Idaho Real Estate Commission (Idaho DOPL)’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 Idaho Real Estate Commission (Idaho DOPL) 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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