Education

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Education

Whether you’re just beginning your career or advancing your credentials, Cobb REALTORS® offers convenient learning options for every stage of Georgia’s real estate industry.

Get Licensed

Become a Real Estate Salesperson

→Complete the required 75-Hour Salesperson Pre-Licensing Course online or in a classroom.

→Salespersons must complete a 25-hour post-license course during their first year of licensure. Register online.

→Exam Prep courses are available to help you get ready for your licensing exam.

→Visit the Georgia Real Estate Commission for full guidance on obtaining a Salesperson’s License.

Pre-Licensing Courses
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Advance Your Career

Become a Real Estate Broker

Here are the steps to follow to become a Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Georgia:

→Visit the Georgia Real Estate Commission for specific guidance on obtaining a Broker’s License.

→Complete the required 60-Hour Broker Pre-Licensing Course online or in a classroom.

→Register to take the course online, or find an approved school offering it in a classroom format.

Broker CE Courses
NAR Designations & Certifications

Designations

Specialized credentials acknowledging experience and expertise in various real estate sectors. Designations offer extensive benefits and require dues and continued membership — REALTORS® may list credentials after their name.

Accredited Buyer’s Representative® (ABR®)Training, skills, and resources to succeed as a buyer’s representative.Learn More → Accredited Land Consultant (ALC)Expertise across all areas of land real estate through the LANDU program.Learn More → Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)Commercial real estate’s global standard for professional achievement.Learn More → Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)Knowledge, network, and tools to globalize a real estate business.Learn More → Certified Property Manager® (CPM®)Recognized expertise in real estate management.Learn More → Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB)Sharpened expertise in brokerage management.Learn More → Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)The highest credential awarded to residential sales agents, managers, and brokers.Learn More → Counselor of Real Estate® (CRE®)Seasoned, objective advice on real property and land-related matters.Learn More → General Accredited Appraiser (GAA)For general appraisers whose education and experience exceed state certification requirements.Learn More → NAR’s Green Designation (GREEN)Mastering sustainable housing to appeal to eco-minded buyers.Learn More → Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI)In-depth training in legal, regulatory, technology, and sales topics.Learn More → Performance Management Network (PMN)Negotiation, networking, business planning, and leadership development.Learn More → REALTOR® Association Certified Executive (RCE)Designed specifically for REALTOR® association executives.Learn More → Residential Accredited Appraiser (RAA)For residential and general appraisers with education beyond certification.Learn More → Seller Representative Specialist (SRS)Elevated professional standards in seller representation.Learn More → Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR)Commercial specialists in industrial and office markets.Learn More → Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®)Guiding clients 50+ to downsize, invest smartly, and refer confidently.Learn More →

NAR Family Certifications

Like designations, certifications are specialized credentials for REALTORS®. Maintaining a certification requires only an application fee and continued NAR membership in good standing — no annual dues.

At Home With Diversity® (AHWD®)Inclusive real estate practices to serve every community confidently.Learn More → Certified Real Estate Team Specialist (C-RETS)Team development, individual leadership, and financial performance.Learn More → Digital Marketing: Social MediaExpertise with the social sites essential to today’s digital marketing mix.Learn More → e-PRO®Digital marketing, social media mastery, and online client conversion.Learn More → Home Finance Resource (HFR)Guiding clients through home-financing options confidently.Learn More → Inside Sales Agent (ISA)Selling by phone, email, or online rather than in person.Learn More → Luxury Homes Certification (LHC)Skills for the ever-growing luxury home market.Learn More → Military Relocation Professional (MRP)Supporting military families through relocation with trusted expertise.Learn More → Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA)Accurate pricing and confident negotiation in every transaction.Learn More → Real Estate Investing (REI)Working with investors and clients establishing themselves as investors.Learn More → Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE)Sharpened negotiating skills to successfully advocate for clients.Learn More → Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS)Mastering vacation and investment property sales strategies.Learn More → Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource (SFR®)Guiding buyers and sellers through distressed-property sales.Learn More → Smart Home CertificationTechnology, privacy, and best practices for selling smart homes.Learn More →
Educational Events

Upcoming Courses at Cobb REALTORS®

Browse the full calendar of upcoming education courses and events at Cobb REALTORS®.

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