Education

Continuing Education

The State of CT Department of Consumer Protection’s Real Estate Commission has licensing/continuing education authority.

Current and Reciprocal Licensees:
Continuing education (CE) must be completed EVERY TWO YEARS on the EVEN NUMBERED renewal years AND it must be completed 90 DAYS prior to the renewal date. For the renewal period of 2024 - 2026, continuing education (CE) must be completed as described below:

• BROKERS:		12 Hours CE Credits, September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2026
• SALESPERSONS:		12 Hours CE Credits, March 1, 2024 - February 28, 2026

New Licensees:
If you passed your licensing exam between March 1, 2024 and February 28, 2026, your first continuing education cycle will be in 2026 to 2028.

CE Class Offerings Through the Newtown Board of Realtors®

The Newtown Board of Realtors® is now partnering with Real Estate Training and Educational Services (RETES), the educational arm of the Greater Bridgeport Board of Realtors®! RETES provides a full offering of virtual continuing education classes with a flexible schedule. These live ZOOM classes are convenient and approved by the state of Connecticut for CE credits. There are a wide variety of classes designed to fit your schedule. The cost for each class is $25.

Here is a link to the Class Schedule: RETES Class Schedule
Click Here to Download Registration Form: Registration Form

To Register:
	1.	Download Registration Form
	2.	Email Form to megan.davies@thegbbr.com or Call 203-880-5661
	3.	Confirmation Will be Sent After Processing
		***Please Allow 24 Hours for Processing

More information can be found at the Department of Consumer Protection website: DCP Continuing Education Requirements Additional information is also available at the Connecticut Association of Realtors website including the current requirements for salespersons and brokers: Licensing/Continuing Education

Principles and Practices

In order to sit for the salesperson's license real estate exam, you must successfully complete a 60-hour, in-person Real Estate Principles and Practices Course that meets the minimum requirements as set forth by the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Real Estate Commission.

For more information about course content and class locations, visit the Connecticut Association of Realtors® website.

NAR Courses

The National Association of REALTORS® and its affiliated Institutes, Societies, and Councils offers a wide selection of real estate training options, from webinars to a Masters of Real Estate degree.

Visit the NAR Courses page for more details.