Who Needs to Renewal Their Ohio Real Estate License?
All active Ohio Salespersons and Brokers are required to renew their real estate license every 3 years from their license expiration date.
What are the Ohio Real Estate Continuing Education (CE) Requirements?
Ohio real estate Salespersons and Brokers must complete 30 hours of approved continuing education triennially by the license holder's date of birth. The education must consist of at least: 3 hours of Civil Rights, 3 hours of Core Law, and 3 hours of Canons of Ethics. Active Brokers are also required to complete 3 hours of Broker responsibilities. The remaining 21 hours for Salespersons and 18 hours for Brokers can be in any elective or required topics.
All active license holders who are 70 years or older on their license renewal date are only required to complete three mandatory courses, totaling nine hours, in Civil Rights, Core Law, and Ohio Canons of Ethics. Furthermore, active brokers and those at the management level are required to complete an additional 3-hour course on Broker Responsibility.
When is the Ohio Real Estate Continuing Education Deadline?
Ohio continuing education must be completed by your license expiration date. Once completed, you must renew on the the Ohio Division of Licensing Services. Scroll down for more information regarding how to renew your license with the State of Ohio.
How can I check My Ohio Real Estate License Expiration Date?
To verify your license status and expiration date, go to the Ohio eLicense Center to search for a license.
How Can I complete my Ohio Real Estate CE?
CE courses in Ohio may be complete live in person in a classroom or webinar, or online. All providers and courses must be approved by the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Real Estate.
