Real Estate
The Associate of Arts Degree
The degree program is primarily designed for vocational education and workforce training/development. The curriculum is not aligned with course requirements for transfer to a specific major at a four-year college or university.
The Associate of Arts degree in Real Estate is designed for the serious student who seeks a rewarding career as a real estate professional. The degree offers a vigorous academic program exploring all facets of the real estate profession. Completion of the degree program fulfills the education requirements for the California Real Estate Broker’s License.
NOTE: Students should verify broker’s license requirements with the California state Department of Real Estate
Programs Offered
- ASSOCIATE DEGREE: Major Code 0511.00
- CERTIFICATE SKILL CERTIFICATES: Major Code 0511.00
- DEGREE / CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
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The Real Estate Certificate
Students who satisfactorily complete 24 units of the courses listed below are granted a Real Estate Certificate. All of the required courses must be completed for the Certificate. Possession of the Certificate also fulfills the education requirements for the California Real Estate Broker’s License. Students should verify broker’s license requirements with the California Department of Real Estate.
- Real Estate Salesperson Certificate of Achievement Major Code: 0511.00
- Real Estate Broker Certificate of Achievement Major Code: 0511.00
- Real Estate Appraiser I Certificate of Achievement Major Code: 0511.00
- Real Estate Appraiser II Certificate of Achievement Major Code: 0511.00
Skill Certificate in Real Estate Assistant
This skill certificate prepares individuals with the essential skills and abilities to work as assistants in real estate offices. Assistants support agents, brokers, appraisers, and escrow officers in the conduct of real estate office business. Completion of 18 units (6 classes) earns the Real Estate Assistant Skill Certificate.
Skill Certificate in Real Estate Appraiser Trainee
The California Office of Real Estate Appraisers (OREA) currently requires 150 hours of education in real estate appraisal to qualify for the Trainee Appraiser License. The required courses listed below can be used to satisfy that requirement. In certain cases, the courses below may also be used to satisfy both the Department of Real Estate (DRE) and OREA requirements for licensing. Students should consult with the DRE to verify current broker’s license requirements.