In Ohio pre-licensing courses must be taken at an Institution of Higher Education. There are numerous schools, universities and community colleges that offer pre-license education around the state.
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How do I get my Ohio real estate license?
1. Complete your required education
You must have a high school diploma or equivalent [if you were born after 1950] and successfully complete 120 hours of approved real estate education within a ten-year time frame immediately preceding your application. This education must be completed at an institution of higher education that awards a degree in at least a two-year program, education must consist of the following:
- Real Estate Principles and Practices [40 hours]
- Ohio Real Estate Law, including instruction in civil rights, housing discrimination and desegregation problems [40 hours]
- Real Estate Appraisal [20 hours]
- Real Estate Finance [20 hours]
2. Obtain a sponsoring broker
Before you submit an application to become a licensed real estate Salesperson, you must be sponsored by a Broker.
3. Submit your application
You must submit a completed Salesperson Examination Application, a $60 fee, and proof that you completed your education requirements to the Ohio Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing. [You may either submit a copy of your official transcripts or course completion certificates.] The Division will process your application and send your information to the testing vendor.
4. Schedule your test
After your application has been processed, you will receive a Candidate Information Bulletin with instructions for scheduling your test.
Ohio State Requirements: Salesperson Licensing
Educational Requirements to Obtain a Salesperson License:
- Be honest, truthful and of good reputation.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be sponsored by an Ohio Broker.
- Not have been convicted of a felony or a crime of moral turpitude. Not have violated any civil rights laws regarding real estate within the past two years as determined by a court of law or violated any rules of the Ohio Division of Real Estate. In some circumstances, it is possible to have a conviction or violation disregarded, which would allow you to sit for the exam. The Division may only make a determination with respect to a conviction or violation if you file an application. For additional information on this process, contact the Division directly or review the additional information found on the Division’s website.
- Have a high school diploma or its equivalent as recognized by the Ohio Department of Education if you were born after 1950.
- Complete the education requirements:
- Real Estate Principles and Practices [40 hours]
- Ohio Real Estate Law, including instruction in civil rights, housing discrimination and desegregation problems [40 hours]
- Real Estate Appraisal [20 hours]
- Real Estate Finance [20 hours]
Please note: Any person who has not been licensed as a real estate salesperson or broker within a four-year period immediately preceding his/her current application for the salesperson’s exam must have completed the above instruction within a 10-year period immediately preceding the current salesperson application. This education must have been completed at an institution of higher education that awards a degree in at least a two-year program [i.e. an associate degree].
An applicant for an Ohio salesperson's license should submit:
- A completed Salesperson Examination Application with $60.00 fee. [Note: If you answer “yes” to any of the Ethical Conduct questions, please submit a detailed explanation. Your application will be reviewed by the ODRE Legal staff.]
- Proof of completion of the Education Requirements [a copy of official transcripts or course completion certificates]. Once the Division processes a complete application, the applicant’s information is sent to the testing vendor. The testing vendor will process the information and send a Candidate Information Bulletin with instructions on scheduling the exam.
The applicant must pass the State and National portions of the Ohio Real Estate Salesperson Exam in order for a license to be issued. Passing score: 70
For more information, contact the Ohio Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing at 614-466-4100. All information provided is subject to change. If you have specific questions, please visit the Division of Real Estate's website.
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