For all New Jersey real estate license holders, staying compliant with continuing education (CE) requirements is crucial for license renewal. The deadline for completing your CE courses for the current licensing cycle is **April 30, 2025**. All actively licensed Brokers, Broker-Salespersons, and Salespersons are mandated to complete 12 hours of continuing education every two years. Out of these, at least 6 hours must be in core topics, which include a minimum of 2 hours in Ethics, 1 hour in Fair Housing & NJ Law Against Discrimination, and 1 hour in Agency. The remaining 6 credits can be from elective courses or additional core topics. Remember, if you fail to meet this deadline, a $200 late fee applies for credits submitted between May 1 and June 30, 2025. Failing to complete the requirements by June 30 will result in your license expiring, requiring you to go through reinstatement processes.
It’s important to plan your CE strategically. Courses are available online, self-paced, or in live classroom settings, offering flexibility to fit your schedule. If you’re newly licensed after July 1, 2024, you’re exempt from these CE requirements for the 2025 term. However, keep in mind that CE credits do not roll over to the next cycle, and you cannot earn credits by retaking the same course within the same renewal period. You can find a variety of approved CE courses with Polley Associates School of Real Estate in the classroom, online and on livestream zoom.