Education

Sharpen Your Skills With This Month's Offers

SAVE 20% OFF All CRD Designation & Certification Online Courses

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SAVE 20% OFF All CRD Designation & Certification Online Courses

Get back to school & build your business!

Use Code: SCHOOL20 - Offer ends 8/31!

See Course Options

SAVE $50 on the Short Sales and Foreclosures Resource Certification Live Webinar

Learn the processes, legal considerations and negotiation strategies for distressed properties with the Short Sales and Foreclosures Resource Certification Live Interactive Webinar Course on August 17.

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SAVE $50 on the e-PRO® Certification Live Interactive Webinar

Update your digital strategy skills from AI-driven marketing and cybersecurity best practices to brand building and content creation with the e-PRO® Certification Live Interactive Webinar Course on September 21 & 22.

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Designations

Designations are specialized credentials for REALTORS® acknowledging experience and expertise in various real estate sectors. Designations offer extensive benefits and require dues and continued membership. REALTORS® may list credentials after their name.

Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®)

Win more buyer clients and strengthen your reputation through expert negotiations and proven representation techniques.

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Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)

Expand globally, attract international buyers, and close cross-border deals with confidence and credibility.

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GREEN

Differentiate your business by mastering sustainable housing, appealing to eco-minded buyers and boosting property value potential.

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Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®)

Capture the booming 50+ market by guiding clients to downsize, invest smartly, and refer you confidently.

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Certifications

Certifications can be earned by completing necessary education requirements. Certifications do not have annual dues. Once you apply and pay the one-time fee, it's yours to use in perpetuity if you are a NAR member in good standing.

At Home with Diversity® (AHWD)

Serve every community confidently, expand your client base, and grow business through inclusive real estate practices.

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e-PRO®

Boost visibility and leads through digital marketing, social media mastery, and online client conversion.

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Home Finance Resource (HFR)

Guide clients through home-financing options confidently to improve outcomes and build lasting relationships.

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Military Relocation Professional (MRP)

Support military families, expand your network, and secure more relocation referrals with trusted expertise.

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Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA)

Price properties accurately, strengthen client trust, and negotiate with confidence in every transaction.

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Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS)

Tap into lucrative vacation and investment markets by mastering resort-property sales strategies and client targeting.

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Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR®)

Turn distressed properties into opportunity, guiding buyers and sellers through complex sales.

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Additional Training & Educational Offerings

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Real Estate Certificate Courses

A certificate is a professional qualification. REALTORS® who earn a certificate acquire a skill in a specific field, which is evidence of knowledge and competency.

Leadership and Business Tools

NAR offers a wide range of educational opportunities for business and leadership success.

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NAR Affiliate Courses

Explore the educational offerings from NAR’s affiliated institutes, societies, and councils.

REALTOR® Training Requirements

REALTORS® are required to complete Code of Ethics and Fair Housing / Anti-Bias training upon becoming a member and every 3 years thereafter. Your state may require continuing education to maintain a real estate license.

Code of Ethics Training

REALTORS® are required to complete ethics training every 3 years. Members can complete NAR's free online courses or a local association's course.

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Fair Housing Training Requirement

REALTORS® are required to complete Fair Housing / Anti-Bias Training coinciding with each Code of Ethics training cycle.

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Continuing Education Requirements

Real Estate CE requirements vary by state. Choose your state to check specific real estate licensing rules, time frames, and due dates.

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Library & Archives

Founded in 1923, the National Association of REALTORS® Library & Archives offers a variety of research services and thousands of print and digital resources for use by NAR members and state and local association staff.

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Education

NAR and its affiliated Institutes, Societies, and Councils offer a wide selection of real estate training options.

Sharpen Your Skills With This Month's Offers

Save 20% Off All CRD Designation & Certification Online Courses - Offer ends 8/31!

SAVE $50 on Upcoming Live Virtual Courses

Designations

Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®)

Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)

GREEN

Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®)

Certifications

At Home with Diversity® (AHWD)

e-PRO®

Home Finance Resource (HFR)

Military Relocation Professional (MRP)

Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA)

Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS)

Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR®)