California Real Estate Broker ExaminationReal Estate PracticeHard
A California real estate broker's license expires. To renew the license, the broker must complete a certain number of continuing education (CE) hours. How many hours of DRE-approved continuing education are generally required for a broker to renew their license in California?
- A45 hours.
- B60 hours.
- C24 hours.
- D36 hours.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. 45 hours.
For license renewal, both real estate brokers and salespersons in California are required to complete 45 hours of DRE-approved continuing education, which must include specific mandatory subjects.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. This is an incorrect amount; 60 hours is not the current requirement.
- C. This is an incorrect amount; 24 hours is not the current requirement for a full renewal.
- D. This is an incorrect amount; 36 hours is not the current requirement.
CA Real Estate CE Requirements
To renew a real estate license in California, both brokers and salespersons must complete 45 hours of DRE-approved continuing education, including specific mandatory subjects, every four years.
- Applies to both brokers and salespersons.
- Must include mandatory topics (e.g., agency, ethics, fair housing).
- Licenses are typically renewed every four years.
Memory trick: Forty-five hours, four years, for your license to appear.