Designations, Continuing Education Real Estate & Small Business Development Courses Offered
Real estate Designations and Certifications through the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) are specialized credentials for REALTORS®.The National Association of REALTORS® and its affiliated Institutes, Societies, and Councils provide a wide range of programs and services that help members increase their skills, proficiency, and knowledge. Designations and Certifications acknowledging experience and expertise in various real estate sectors are awarded by NAR and each affiliated group upon completion of required courses.
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NAR Certification -Planning & Zoning Resource:
Advocating
for your Community’s Future Certificate
(6 hrs.)
Planning and zoning are the foundations of every thriving community. This live, virtual, interactive course equips real estate professionals with essential knowledge to understand how development decisions are made and how smart growth principles influence both neighborhoods and businesses. You will learn how to navigate the planning process, interpret zoning practices, and advocate for responsible and equitable growth that benefits both your clients and your community.
Through practical examples and strategic insights, this course empowers you to contribute to the long-term health of your market while elevating your professional value in real estate.
NAR Certification-Real Estate Investing
(REI) (4-hr)
The Real Estate Investing certification program is for REALTORS® who want to master the ins and outs of working with investors and those who are establishing themselves as real estate investors. The courses provide insight into 1031 exchanges, REITS, NOI models, tools, and more.
Bias Overide: Overcoming Barriers To Fair Housing
A NAR certificate course that helps real estate professionals interrupt stereotypical thinking so they can avoid fair housing pitfalls and provide equal professional service to every customer or client. Participants will learn about the mind science of identity, study how implicit bias can result in fair housing violations and engage in interactive exercises to enhance communication skills and business relationships with clients of all backgrounds.
NAR Certification:
At Home with Diversity® (8- hrs)
The course work for the At Home with Diversity® certification is designed to enable you to work successfully with and within a rapidly changing multicultural market. It will help you to learn diversity sensitivity, how it applies to U.S. fair housing laws in your business, and ways to develop professional guidelines for working with people in the increasingly multicultural real estate market.
Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist Certification
The Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS) certification is for REALTORS® who specialize in buying, selling, or management of properties for investment, development, retirement, or second homes in resort, recreational, and/or vacation destinations.
e-PRO® Certification
2-Day
(2- Day) NAR's e-PRO® certification program helps REALTORS® master the advanced digital marketing techniques of today. With the e-PRO® certification, REALTORS® increase their ability to reach customers, expand their capabilities, and build trust by safeguarding client information.
Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist Certification
Designation is for REALTORS® who want to be able to meet the special needs of maturing Americans when selling, buying, relocating, or refinancing residential or investment properties. By earning the SRES® designation, REALTORS® are prepared to approach mature clients with the best options and information for them to make life-changing decisionsSeniors Real Estate Specialist® Desination
Money Matters 101
2 hrs.
(1.5-2 hrs.) Money Matters 101: 30 Commandments for Getting Your Financial House In Order
Achieving financial stability and growth requires discipline, strategic planning, and smart money habits. This 1.5-hour interactive workshop will guide participants through 30 essential financial principles to help them track spending, reduce debt, build wealth, and secure their financial future. Whether you're looking to organize your finances, invest wisely, or create multiple income streams, this workshop provides practical steps and biblical insights to help you achieve long-term financial success.
Entrepreneur-
ship 101:
From Idea
to Launch
(6 week, 1.5 hrs. each week}
Entrepreneurship 101 is a 6-week interactive course designed to take aspiring and existing entrepreneurs from idea to fully operational business. This program covers everything from business planning and legal setup to marketing, funding, and scaling strategies. Whether you ’ re launching a new venture or refining an existing business, this hands-on course provides the step-by-step guidance, tools, and resources to help you turn your vision into reality. --Each week, participants will engage in practical exercises, business-building activities, and expert-led discussions to develop a fully actionable business plan by the end of the program.
1 hr. Lab: Recruiting
and Retention for
Membership Organizations
Training Description:
Recruiting & Retention for Membership Organizations This 1-hour interactive lab is designed to help membership organizations develop effective recruitment and retention strategies. Participants will explore best practices for attracting new members, fostering engagement, and ensuring long-term commitment. The session will cover proven techniques such as personalized onboarding, engagement programs, and strategic outreach efforts. Through hands-on exercises and discussions, attendees will leave with an actionable plan to enhance their organization’s membership growth and sustainability.
Key Takeaway: By the end of this lab, participants will have a customized recruitment and retention action plan tailored to their organization’s unique needs.
Business Planning for Real Estate Professionals
(3 hrs.)
This dynamic 3-hour course is designed to provide real estate professionals with a comprehensive roadmap to success. Through strategic goal-setting, financial planning, marketing, and operational strategies, participants will learn how to create and implement an effective business plan. The course integrates insights on market trends, social media adaptation, and personal branding to help agents maximize their potential and navigate today’s evolving real estate landscape.
Real Estate Committee Leadership Training & Orientation
(2 hrs.)
Training Descrition:
This 2-hour training is designed for current and aspiring committee leaders within real estate associations. The session will provide a deep dive into leadership roles, strategic planning, and governance best practices to help committee members drive impactful initiatives. Through structured guidance, interactive discussions, and leadership development exercises, attendees will learn how to manage meetings effectively, engage members, set goals, and align their committee's work with the broader mission of the organization. By the end of this training, committee leaders will have a clear roadmap for driving their committees to success, ensuring alignment with the organization’s broader strategic objectives
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