How many hours of pre-license education does North Carolina require for real estate agents?

75 hours for Broker, Pre-Licensing Broker Education (75 hours), as set by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC).

Is an exam required to get licensed in North Carolina?

Yes. In addition to the required education hours, North Carolina requires a licensing exam for one or more license classes.

Can I complete these hours online?

Yes. Our pre-license courses are delivered entirely online and self-paced, with a certificate of completion issued as soon as you finish.

How to get a Broker license in North Carolina

The North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) sets the education you must complete before it will license you. Here is the exact requirement, by license class.

North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC)

Required hours by license class

Broker · Pre-Licensing Broker Education (75 hours)

75 required hours

An exam is required for one or more of these license classes — confirm which with the board.

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Source: North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) · verified 2026-09-03

Common questions

How many hours of pre-license education does North Carolina require for real estate agents?: 75 hours for Broker, Pre-Licensing Broker Education (75 hours), as set by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC).
Is an exam required to get licensed in North Carolina?: Yes. In addition to the required education hours, North Carolina requires a licensing exam for one or more license classes.
Can I complete these hours online?: Yes. Our pre-license courses are delivered entirely online and self-paced, with a certificate of completion issued as soon as you finish.

Already licensed? This page covers getting your first license. If you already hold one, North Carolina real estate agents renewal requires 8 hours of continuing education — see North Carolina real estate agents continuing education.