Frequently Asked Questions about the Licensing Course

Yes, the course is on-line, via Zoom, with live instruction. Pre-license candidates are required to complete a 45-hour pre-license program. You can choose either day, night, or weekend class schedules. Day schedule is Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. for a total of 15 classes; Night schedule is every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. for a total of  15 classes; Weekend schedule is Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. for a total of 7 classes. 

Yes, you can. 

Yes, you are allowed to take the exam online but if you fail you will be required to take the exam at the testing center after that.

The exams are given every week. The fee is $100.00. For more information on where to go, what to expect and what to bring, download the Candidate Handbook.

The  State of Rhode Island Licensing Fees are $140.00, every two years. You  are also required to provide proof of Errors & Omissions Insurance, which will be provided by your broker (check with your broker for the cost, if any). In addition, new licensees are required to pay a  one time $25.00 fee to the Rhode Island State Recovery Fund.

Rhode Island real estate licensees renew every two years.  As part of your renewal requirements, you will need to complete 24 hours of continuing education. 

 No, you are only required to complete the 24 hours of classroom study. 

You  can interview with brokers of your choice or our guidance counselors will assist you in finding a broker to affiliate with.  We have a 100% placement guarantee. 

 Yes, Massachusetts , Connecticut and Florida are reciprocal states, meaning you are not required to take their licensing classes or take the uniform portion of the exam. You only pay their licensing fees and they will issue you a license to practice in that state.

Once affiliated with a real estate company that is a member of the Rhode Island Realtors organization and Statewide Multiple Listing Service, you will submit an application for membership and pay a membership fee.  Membership in The Realtor organization includes membership in a local Board of Realtors and the National  Association of Realtors.