Maryland Real Estate Agent Continuing Education Requirements

• 15 hours

  of board-approved CE every 2 years

  1 license class
  • Maryland Real Estate Commission

  Course for this class is in board review.

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How renewal works

From course to renewed license in Maryland

1. Step 1

   Pick the course for your license class

   Each course above is planned to the 15 hours and topics Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC), Department of Labor 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

   We report your completion through the board's portal within 14 days. Then renew every 2 years through the board.

Questions Maryland real estate agents ask

Frequently asked questions

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

Maryland real estate agents must complete 15 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC), Department of Labor.

Which license classes does the Maryland real estate agents CE requirement apply to?

The 15 hours requirement applies to: Maryland Real Estate Commission.

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

Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC), Department of Labor requires coverage of: Legal and Legislative Update (3 hrs); Ethics incl. MD Code of Ethics, flipping/predatory lending, professionalism (3 hrs); Fair Housing (2 hrs, residential) or Federal ADA (2 hrs, commercial); Principles of Brokerage Relationships & Disclosure (3 hrs); Supervision (1.5 hrs, brokers/branch managers/team leaders); Electives (4 hrs; 2.5 hrs for brokers/managers/team leaders).

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

Yes — Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC), Department of Labor requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.

How are completed CE hours reported to Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC), Department of Labor?

Completed hours are reported through the board's online portal within 14 days of completion. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.

Can Maryland real estate agents complete continuing education online?

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