We understand that you may have questions when it comes to continuing education. In order to help answer any inquiries that you may have, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions. This FAQ section includes information on credit hour requirements, verifying course completion, deadlines, and more. If you cannot find an answer to your question within this section, please visit the NJ Real Estate Commission website for more information. We are here to help make sure that you have all of the information you need in order to complete your continuing education requirements with success!
1. When will the Continuing Education Requirements begin?
The NJREC licensing cycle begins on July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2025. All licensees must complete 12 Credit Hours of CE in specific categories.
2. What are the CE Requirements?
• 1 Hour - FAIR HOUSING & NJ LAW AGAINST DISCRIMINATION
• 2 Hours - ETHICS
• 3 Hours - CORE
• 6 Hours - ELECTIVES: A mix, or all of the same, of any of the following four CE types: ELECTIVES or ETHICS or CORE or FAIR HOUSING
12 HOURS TOTAL
IMPORTANT NOTE:
• ETHICS IS an acceptable substitute for CORE and ELECTIVES, but CORE and ELECTIVES IS NOT an acceptable substitute for ETHICS.
• ETHICS, FAIR HOUSING and CORE ARE acceptable to use instead of ELECTIVES.
• Any Salesperson Referral changing licensing types is required to complete the CE all in CORE or ETHIC topics ONLY (SEE CHART)
3. I just received my salesperson’s license. Do I need CE in this license period?
Any agent who received their salsperson's license on or after July 1, 2024, does NOT have to complete CE until next licensing cycle.
4. How do I verify my CE credits have been reported to the Real Estate Commission (REC)?
The CE process is totally automated and available for licensees to check their own records by going to the PSI Online CE Tracking System. Here you can check for approved CE providers, courses, and verify your recorded credit hours. A link to this system and instructions on how to navigate the site are available on the Department’s Continuing Education page. If you are having trouble logging into the PSI site, please contact PSI directly by clicking the “Support” tab located in the “Log In” area of the PSI Welcome screen or call 877-526-6833.
