1. Pre-Registration
The first step for individuals aiming to become a registered real estate salesperson in Ontario is completing a structured education program approved by RECO. This foundational program features five online courses and two interactive simulation sessions. Each course is followed by a theory-based exam, except for course 5. Learners develop a strong grasp of industry practices, regulatory responsibilities, and the intricacies involved in both residential and commercial property transactions.
Pre-Registration Courses:
Courses must be completed in sequence; learners cannot register for the next course until successful exam completion has been verified.
| Pre-Registration Courses | Approx. Duration | Delivery Format | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1: Real Estate Essentials | 35 hours | Online – self-paced | $600 |
| Course 2: Residential Real Estate Transactions | 150 hours | Online – self-paced | $685 |
| Course 3: Additional Residential Real Estate Transactions | 60 hours | Online – self-paced | $360 |
| Simulation Session 1: Residential Real Estate Transactions | 5 days | Instructor-led Session | $740 |
| Course 4: Commercial Real Estate Transactions | 70 hours | Online – self-paced | $360 |
| Simulation Session 2: Commercial Real Estate Transactions | 4 days | Instructor-led Session | $575 |
| Course 5: Getting Started | 5 hours | Online – self-paced | $100 |
Exams: Each course except course 5 concludes with an exam administered by RECO’s designated examination provider, Meazure Learning. An exam fee in the amount of $120 is payable to Meazure Learning at the time of each exam registration.
2. Register with RECO
After successfully completing this Pre-registration Phase, learners are eligible to apply for registration with RECO. From the time the pre-registration program is completed, individuals have 12 months to submit an application to register as a real estate agent with RECO.
Please note: Completing the education program is one of several requirements to become registered. See the full list of RECO’s registration requirements.
3: Post-Registration
After becoming registered with RECO, learners proceed to the Post-registration Phase of the Real Estate Salesperson Program, which includes one mandatory course and two elective courses based on individual career interests.
| Post-Registration Courses | Approx. Duration | Delivery Format | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1: Mandatory Compliance | 15 hours | Online – self-paced | $345 |
| Course 2: Elective (choose from the list below) | 10 hours | Online – self-paced | $155 |
| Course 3: Elective (choose from the list below) | 10 hours | Online – self-paced | $155 |
Post-Registration Elective Course List:
| Post-Registration Electives | Delivery Format |
|---|---|
| Working in Real Estate: Rural, Recreational, Waterfront Properties | Online – self-paced |
| Working in Real Estate: Ownership Alternatives and Compliance | Online – self-paced |
| Real Estate as an Investment Strategy: Residential Properties | Online – self-paced |
| Real Estate as an Investment Strategy: Commercial Properties Fundamentals | Online – self-paced |
| Real Estate as an Investment Strategy: Commercial Properties Advanced | Online – self-paced |
Program Duration
Pre-Registration: Must be completed within 24 months of program start
Post-Registration: Must be completed within 24 months of registration with RECO