What are the DRE license renewal requirements for salespersons/agents?
A1: Real estate salespersons renewing an original license for the first time must complete four separate three-hour DRE-approved continuing education courses in Ethics, Agency, Trust Fund Handling, and Fair Housing. A2: For subsequent renewals, all real estate brokers and salespersons must complete 45 clock hours of DRE-approved continuing education consisting of: One six-hour survey course that covers the four mandatory subjects (Ethics, Agency, Trust Fund Handling, and Fair Housing); At least 18 clock hours of consumer protection courses; and The remaining 21 clock hours in either consumer service or consumer protection courses.
