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California Real Estate License Courses Online
Are you looking for real estate classes in Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento or any other city in California? Enroll in our accredited California real estate licensing courses online today. Start a career you’ll love in a state that makes dreams happen. As a California real estate agent, be your own boss and enjoy unlimited earning potential.
Colibri Real Estate operates as Real Estate Express in California (DRE Approval S0410).
Self-paced California real estate license course packages
For learners who require more time while juggling work and family demands, move through pre-licensing courses at your own pace. Even better? Listen to the entire course with a read-along, audio learning option. Plus, track your course progress with our award-winning student dashboard.
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Livestream California real estate license course packages
Learn in real time and connect virtually with peers and local real estate instructors. Our livestream classes are accessed through our interactive student dashboard and include our Pass or Don’t Pay Guarantee.
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Why choose Colibri for your Real Estate Pre-licensing classes in California?
Learn from local experts
California real estate experts develop all of your pre-licensing course content. For students enrolled in livestream, local California instructors also teach your classes.
Pass your exam on the first try
On exam day, you deserve to feel poised and ready, which is why we offer industry-leading exam prep. Pass the California real estate exam on your first try, or your original purchase price is on us.
Enjoy flexible learning options
To accommodate your unique schedule, we offer multiple ways to complete California pre-licensing. Take California real estate classes online at your own pace or in a virtual livestream setting.
Boost your career confidence
Your dream job awaits. Start a career you love with tools, support, and a dedicated partner at your side. Join thousands of other California real estate students who got their start with us.
How to get a Real Estate License in California
To become a real estate agent in California, you must first get your California real estate license. The process of getting your real estate license generally takes a few months and includes the following steps:
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Enroll in an California real estate school
The first step to getting your California real estate license is to enroll in a real estate school and complete a 135-hour real estate pre-licensing course.
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Pass the course final exam
Once you have completed the 135-hour California real estate pre-licensing course, you must pass a course exam that will help prepare you for the state exam. The exam consists of 150 multiple choice questions for the salesperson license and 200 multiple choice questions for the broker license with a minimum passing score of 70%.
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Complete the background check
You may need to submit a background check to verify your identity and right to work as a real estate agent in California.
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Apply for your California real estate license
Submit your application online by filling out the relevant form with the California Department Of Real Estate, either electronically or via mail.
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Pass the state license exam
Licensing exams in California are conducted by the California Department of Real Estate (DRE).
You need to get a score of 70% or higher to pass the state real estate license exam in California.
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If a student does not pass the California real estate license exam within 30 days of completing the exam prep course, we’ll reimburse the original cost of either your pre-licensing package or the exclusive exam prep you purchased.* For reimbursement, email us at [email protected] with a copy of your exam results, including the date of the exams, within 30 days of the failed exam attempt.
*Specific state laws or regulations prohibit some students from qualifying. For example, Florida, Michigan, Tennessee, and New Jersey do not permit guarantees to passing the real estate licensing exam.
Just as if you were in a classroom, attending all sessions from start to finish are crucial to earn credit. We understand some things are out of your control! Please review your welcome letter, located on your student dashboard for more attendance details.
Each class must be completed in the format it was started to receive credit.
A real estate license in California can cost between $544-$1065 depending on your preferred real estate school and course. The cost of a real estate license course or package in California at Colibri is between $84-$456.
Here is a breakdown of the various fees and expenses included in the total cost of a real estate license in California:
Course / Package Fees: $84-$456
Background Check: $49
Salesperson License Fees: $350
Salesperson Examination Fees: $100
In California, a student or licensee is expected to spend at least 18 days in an accredited real estate licensing course or program. The courses at Colibri are available for durations between 18 days and 6 months.
Yes, you can! Colibri offers students or licensees to attend classes and complete their pre-licensing course fully online with livestream and flexible self-paced packages.
No, California does not have reciprocity for real estate licenses.
No, you cannot take the exam without completing your real estate pre-licensing course in California.
On average, it takes between five (5) and six (6) months to get a California real estate license depending on the pace in which you complete the 135 hours of pre-licensing courses and pass your licensing examination, the time it takes you to complete the application process and find a sponsoring broker, and application processing times.
To get your real estate license in California you must be at least 18 years old and possess honesty and truthfulness, as failure to disclose any criminal violation or disciplinary action may result in the denial of a license. The process involves completing an approved 135 hours of pre-licensing education and applying for the salesperson examination. You must also submit fingerprints for a criminal background check and successfully pass the California real estate licensing exam with a score of 70% or higher. Following this, you need to obtain sponsorship from a licensed California broker and complete the California Real Estate License application.
Read more about the California real estate license requirements.