Center for Real Estate Education
To register please call 914-606-6830 and press option 1
All courses, unless otherwise indicated, have been approved by the NYS Department of State as meeting the educational requirements under Sections 176.3 and 176.4. For further licensing and exam information, contact the NYS Department of State at 518-474-4429 or visit https://www.dos.ny.gov/licensing/re_salesperson/re_salesperson.html
Real Estate Career Exploration Seminar
Mon., Sept. 9, 6:30-8:00 pm, KNC-5. Park in lot 6.
FREE, but please call 914-606-6830, choose option 1 to reserve your space.
REAL ESTATE LICENSING AND CERTIFICATE COURSES
For further licensing and exam information, call 518-474-4429 or visit www.dos.state.ny.us/lcns/realestate/index.html
NOTE: NYS Department of State requires 90% attendance to sit for the Real Estate Sales exam.
Real Estate Salespersons
Meets the current NYS Department of State requirement of a 75-hr. course for the salespersons licensing exam.
CE-REAL 2024, $650 (+ textbook).
Sec. A: 20 T/Th, Sept. 19-Nov. 26, 6:00-10:00 pm. KNC-5. #87684
Sec. B: Intensive: 13 Sa/Su, Oct. 12-Nov. 23, 9:00 am-3:30 pm, KNC-3. #87685
Salespersons Exam Prep
Prepare for the real estate salespersons state exam. Topics include real estate terminology and concepts, preparation skills, test-taking strategies, how questions are structured, and the proper way to read and comprehend test questions. No CE credit awarded.
CE-REAL 2042, 1 Fri., Nov. 22, 6:00-10:00 pm, KNC-4, $80. #87899
Commercial and Investment Real Estate Certificate (CIREC)
This extensive program serves to teach new agents the foundations needed to provide commercial and investment real estate brokerage services and as a refresher course for experienced commercial agents. Students will receive a certificate of completion and be recognized as “Commercial and Investment Real Estate Certified” (CIREC) agents. Approved for 22.5 hrs. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers and includes the mandatory 3 hrs. of Fair Housing/Discrimination and 1 hr. Law of Agency training for license renewal.
CE-REAL 2071, 3 Sat., Sept. 28-Oct. 12, 9:00 am-5:30 pm (1-hour lunch break), KNC-2, $350. E Smith. #87355
Real Estate Property Management Certification
Can be completed in 3 Saturdays!
Effective management in real estate enables property and facility managers, investors, appraisers,
and realtors to forecast building operation costs and services, establish budgets, reduce liability, maximize cash return, and enhance appreciation. Includes both financial and hands-on aspects.
Covers fundamentals of real estate management and appraisal, finance and cash flow, investment properties, rent collection, tenant selection and landlord/tenant relations, construction, environmental impacts, and real estate ownership. Course concentrations will be structured to residential and multi-unit properties. Salespersons and Brokers: Complete this certification and earn 19.5 hrs. of CE, then complete your CE requirement by taking the required 3-hr. Fair Housing course to reach 22.5 hrs.
Property Management and Construction
Approved for 4 hrs. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2011, 1 Sat., Dec. 7, 9:00 am-1:00 pm, KNC-3, $80. C Daniello. #87686
Real Estate Investments
Approved for 3.5 hrs. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2022, 1 Sat., Dec. 7, 1:30-5:00 pm, KNC-3, $75. C Daniello. #87687
Real Estate Management
Approved for 6 hrs. of CE for Salespersons
and Brokers. This course includes 1 hour of agency to meet the NY DOS requirement for all licensees for 2017 and moving forward.
CE-REAL 2023, 1 Sat., Dec. 14, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (1-hour lunch break), KNC-4, $125. C Daniello. #87688
Appraisal Principles and Procedures
Approved for 6 hrs. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2004, 1 Sat., Dec. 21, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (1-hour lunch break), KNC-4, $125. C Daniello. #87689
REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Interview a Sponsoring Broker for Salespersons
After the real estate salespersons course, it is time to interview your potential sponsoring brokers. Learn how to identify and define professionalism and distinguish between two etiquettes: netiquette and teliquette in the business environment. No CE credit awarded.
CE-REAL 2056, 1 Tues., Dec. 3, 7:00-9:00 pm, KNC-3, $30. C Daniello. #87690
Becoming a Successful Real Estate Agent
This workshop will provide you with the tools that are necessary to become successful in the real estate industry. Topics will include how to sell yourself, developing a list of contacts, how to draw business, and much more. No CE credit awarded.
CE-CRXPL 2021, 1 Tues., Dec. 10, 7:00-9:00 pm, KNC-2, $30. C Daniello. #87691
CE COURSES APPROVED FOR SALESPERSONS AND/OR BROKERS
The following continuing education (CE) courses are approved for various disciplines including Appraisers, Salespersons, and Brokers. Please check individual courses for appropriate approval status. No textbooks are required for CE courses; applicable handouts will be distributed in class and are included as part of the tuition. NYS requires 100% attendance to earn a certificate of completion.
If you are taking the classes for Salespersons or Broker CE, please bring your pocket card with your Unique ID number to class so that your CE certificate can be processed properly.
Short Sales & Foreclosures
Learn what qualifies as a short sale and what qualifies as a foreclosure. Make money in the default real estate market. Navigate the process and get the deal done by following these steps. Approved for 7.5 hrs. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2026, 1 Sat., Sept. 14, 9:00 am-5:30 pm
(1-hour lunch break), KNC-2, $95. S Macaulay. #87322
The Three Principles of Real Estate:
Patience, Problem Solving & Persistence
A must for every real estate licensee and investor. Patience, problem solving and persistence cover the essential tools required to bring about a purchase and sale of real property. This course offers a step by step guide from the first substantive meeting to the closing table, including the entire timeline and the need to think outside the box to make the transaction complete. Approved for 3.5 hrs. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2053, 1 Sat., Oct. 12, 9:00 am-12:30 pm, Room TBD, $70. S Macaulay. #87323
Qualifying Buyers to Buy Now
Learn about the three different types of buyers, as well as the due diligence that must be done and the right questions to ask before investing your time and energy in the potential prospective buyer client. Approved for 3.5 hrs. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2055, 1 Sat., Oct. 26, 9:00 am-12:30 pm, AAB-307, $70. S Macaulay. #87321
Code of Ethics
Mandatory 2.5 hours of ethics training required for new and continuing REALTOR members. Covers the standards of conduct and ethical judgment by addressing the different concepts that contribute to ethical business practices, including the aspirational concepts found in the Preamble to the Code of Ethics. Approval pending for 2.5 hrs. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2068, 1 Wed., Dec. 4, 6:00-8:30 pm, KNC-4, $40. J Baratta. #87903
Real Estate Agent Safety: What You Need to Know!
Learn about personal awareness when hosting open houses, how to prevent being victimized, and how to use technology to stay safe. Learn simple steps and safe practices that real estate professionals can implement to enhance safety and reduce risk. Approved for 3 hrs. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2067, 1 Thurs., Dec. 5, 6:00-9:00 pm, KNC-3, $70, C Daniello. #87693
Price it Right: Pricing Homes to Sell
The most important factor when selling a home is to price it correctly. If it is overpriced, the appeal will wear off. Learn to price properly by analyzing other active listings to recently sold comparables. For anyone who is interested in real estate values as well as real estate professionals. Approved for 3 hrs. of CE credit for Salespersons, and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2052, 1 Mon., Dec. 9, 6:00-9:00 pm, KNC-3, $70. C Daniello. #87703
3-Hour Fair Housing Class
This is a mandatory class that must be taken every 2 years as part of the continuing education renewal cycle. Approved for 3 hrs. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2032, 1 Wed., Dec. 11, 1:00-4:00 pm, KNC-3, $40. J Baratta. #87692
1-Hour Law of Agency
An update of the fiduciary responsibilities in agency relationships and the agent’s responsibilities to other parties in the transaction. Approved for 1 hr. of CE for Salespersons and Brokers.
CE-REAL 2066, 1 Wed., Dec. 11, 5:00-6:00 pm, KNC-3, $25. J Baratta. #87694