PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

REAL ESTATE LICENSE RENEWALS

License renewals are processed through the RI Department of Business Regulation. RI Licensees are required to complete 24 hours of real estate-oriented education/courses approved by the RI Department of Business Regulation every 2 years. At least 9 of the 24 hours of course instruction must be designated as “core” courses andinclude a minimum of 3 hours of *Fair Housing education (*new requirement as of 1/1/2022).

Renewal deadlines are as follows:

• If you were licensed PRIOR to January 1, 2020, your renewal deadline is April 30th, 2024.
• If you were licensed AFTER January 1, 2020, your renewal deadline is your anniversary date from every 2 years from the date on your license.

Not sure when you were licensed?  Enter for your information on DBRs Licensee Lookup Tool and click ‘Detail’ next to your name to check your status and license expiration date. Refer to elicensing renewal FAQ for technical questions regarding renewing online or contact DBR at dbr.elicensing@dbr.ri.gov  and 401-462-9513.

REALTOR® CODE OF ETHICS

REALTOR® members need to complete a REALTOR® Code of Ethics course every three years on a specific three-year cycle. We are currently in the 7^th Triennial Cycle which runs from 1/1/2022 – 12/31/2024.  

Effective 1/1/2022, only REALTOR ® Code of Ethics classes offered by your local Association, the State Association, the National Association or through schools with applied classes will be accepted for this membership obligation.

The 8 schools with applied classes are Ambiview, CE Shop, Keep Me Certified, OnlineED, McKissock, Real Estate Nexus Training Academy, RI School of Real Estate, The Training Cove.

Options to complete the Code of Ethics include:

– Online with the National Association of REALTORS® – Free (no CEU credits).

– Online with the Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® 

– Zoom and In-Person Classes (see dates above)

– Online with The CE Shop – Select any of the classes marked “NAR Ethics”

– With one of the 8 applied schools named above

– REALTOR® Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) – Members who complete or renew the C2EX endorsement during the 7^th Triennial, will satisfy the Code of Ethics training requirement.

DESIGNATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) 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. Click here to learn more.

** New in 2024 – REALTOR® members can complete the Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation course (through December) at no cost (savings of $295). Learn more and register at become.abr.realtor.

ONLINE EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS

The CE Shop
NRIBR is pleased to offer our members the opportunity to gain Rhode Island Continuing Education Units through The CE Shop. We understand that as real estate agents, your schedule is constantly changing. That’s why when you register for virtual classes through The CE Shop you can sign-on to start your class on your own schedule, 24/7/365.

The Northern Rhode Island Board of REALTORS® has established an agreement with The CE Shop to promote online course information to consumers and real estate licensees. The Northern Rhode Island Board of REALTORS® is not the developer of these courses and is simply providing a referral. Any questions regarding course content or technology should be directed to The CE Shop.

Center for REALTOR Development
Online micro-courses and certification programs are also available through the National Association of REALTORS®’, Center for REALTOR® Development.