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Real Estate Salesperson

Location(s): Essex, Hunt Valley, Owings Mills, Online


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Program Description


Real Estate Salespersons (or agents) act as intermediaries in negotiations between buyers and sellers of real estate property; typically representing one of the parties. They advise clients on market conditions, prices, and all matters related to real estate transactions. They market properties, prepare documents, show properties, and coordinate closing activities. 

This course prepares students to sit for the Maryland Licensed Real Estate Salesperson exam. Students will learn real estate concepts including real estate law, title transference, contracts, brokerage and agency, financing, lending principles, land use, and environmental laws.

Students entering this program should have strong oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and good problem-solving skills.

Students will be prepared to sit for the Maryland Licensed Real Estate Salesperson exam and begin work as a Real Estate Salesperson under the supervision of a Real Estate Broker. Additional career information may be found in Career Coach:https://ccbcmd.emsicc.com/.

Program Outcomes


Upon successful completion of this Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, students will be able to:

1. meet education requirements set by Maryland Department of Labor for licensing as a Real Estate Salesperson,

2. apply the knowledge and skills of Maryland laws and regulations to function effectively as a real estate salesperson,

3. prepare to gain employment as a real estate salesperson, and

4. prepare to sit for the Maryland state licensing exam.​

CCBC Pathway


Business Pathway - Pathways are designed to help you meet your academic and career goals by aligning related courses and programs.  Pathway students participate in a variety of activities that help explore career opportunities in their field of study.  You can meet with a CCBC advisor who help align — or realign — your educational plan with the Pathway that best supports you and your goals.

Program Credentials


CCBC Credential:

Students will be awarded a Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, and will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript). Students will be prepared to sit for the Maryland Licensed Real Estate Salesperson exam.

Certifying Organization: Maryland Real Estate Commission https://www.dllr.state.md.us/license/mrec/

Disclosures


CCBC cannot confirm whether the course or program meets requirements for professional licensure in states other than Maryland. If you plan to apply for licensure in a state other than Maryland, contact that state’s licensing board to determine whether the CCBC course or program meets requirements for licensure in that state. If you need assistance finding contact information for your state, click here .

 

Financial Aid and Payment Options


We offer financial aid by packaging public and private funding options to those who qualify, in select Continuing Education courses and programs. Additional opportunities for financial support include partial payment options through Nelnet Business Solutions and tuition waivers for those who qualify. Resources outside of CCBC may also be available through employer/sponsor paid tuition,  the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), and your local office of workforce development.

Length of Training


​3-5 months

Courses start at multiple times throughout each semester at varoius campuses and extension centers, in-person and remotely via Zoom.

Program Requirements


High School Diploma or GED recommended.

This program is eligible for Baltimore County Public Schools Blueprint funding

Application Process


To apply, go to www.ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Continuing Education Workforce Certificate program application.  An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.

Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.

Prior Learning Assessment


This program has no options for obtaining course waiver(s) for prior learning

Program Course Sequence


Class attendance is mandatory.  Students must pass a final exam in the course for successful completion. 

 

Course Number

Course Title

Course Hours

Textbook Information

(approximate cost; subject to change)

Costs

T=Tuition/F=Fees

REA 294

Real Estate Principles & Practices for Salespersons

60

“The Modern Real Estate Practice; and “The Maryland Real Estate Practice & Law”: $70 for both, available at campus bookstores

$549

T-$165/F-$384

Career Coach


Research your career interests, explore live job postings, take a career assessment, discover which companies in the Baltimore region are hiring, and more.  View a brief tutorial video on how to use Career Coach at https://youtu.be/C7KpznbPYfA.  Explore career and training opportunities at https://ccbcmd.emsicc.com/.

Program Contact Information


Coordinator: Moire Riley | mriley@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-1804 | Hunt Valley | 106

Administrative Assistant: Sarah Moore | scullip@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-1632 | Essex | BESS 116

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