Qualifying (Pre-Licensing) Course Policies & Student Information
By registering and/or attending classes at REALTOR® Academy, you agree to the following policies and information.
Tuition for qualifying and SAE courses is a flat rate of $169, per course. Tuition includes any books, a PDF of the book, handouts and exam proctoring as required* (Some courses use the same book, only one will be provided). *Exam proctoring is included for first atempt exams. Subsequent, failed, and make-up exam proctoring fee is $25.
- Weekday Schedule: Two (2) day schedule (2 days in classroom). Check-in is at 7:30 a.m. the first day of class*; Class hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. Or, four (4) day schedule (4 days in classroom). Class hours: 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
- Evening Schedule: Four (4) day schedule: Check-in is at 5:30 p.m. the first day of class*. Class hours: 6 p.m.-10 p.m. each day.
*Students must check in prior to class start time.
A student who has previously completed a qualifying course within six (6) months (beginning from the start date of the course from which tuition had been paid), may audit all or part of a subsequent offering of the same course at no cost within that six
(6) month period.
REALTOR® Academy is open to the public. Real estate experience is not required for admission. Admissions are accepted without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, handicap or familial status.
Students may use tobacco in the designated smoking area during scheduled breaks. This includes use of smokeless tobacco and electronic cigaretes. Tobacco and cigarete use is prohibited inside the building.
This school aims to create a neutral environment, therefore agent solicitation or recruitment is not encouraged or permitted where classes are held. Solicitation and/or recruiting of any kind* is not permitted in the classrooms by students, instructors, or others. Violations should be reported to school staff.
*SABOR’s Business Development and Programs department may authorize Affiliate members to present to students on a voluntary basis outside the scheduled course of instrution.
Students may complete an anonymous instructor evaluation online at htps://www.trec.texas.gov/forms/course-and-instructor-evaluation-form
Welcome, and we look forward to serving you now and throughout your real estate career!
Karen Nealy
REALTOR® Academy Director
- Live Online Course Policies
- In-Person Course Policies
- Qualifying Courses Blended Learning
- Login/check-in for class begins 20 minutes before the start time and ends once the class has begun.
- Students must be logged in and their identification verified BEFORE the stated class start time. For example, checking in at 9 a.m. for a class that begins at 9 a.m. may result in a refusal of services.
- Students’ faces must be visible on camera AT ALL TIMES during the course to receive credit.
- If for some reason you lose connection, log back into the class as soon as possible. If the instructor is disconnected, please remain in the class and allow them to log back in.
- The virtual class environment should be treated the same as an in-person class. Students may not take phone calls, conduct business, drive or be a passenger in a vehicle, attend other meetings or similar activities.
- Students must be active in the class and provide their full attention to the course. INSTRUCTORS will provide time for breaks and lunch (if applicable). During the provided times, students may take care of calls, emails, etc. Note: Do NOT log out at any time during class.
- Students may not “step away” from the camera for any reason during the course without communicating with the instructor. If an emergency arises, please use the “CHAT” feature to privately notify the instructor or staff of your situation.
- Students are responsible for the performance of their own technology including audio volume, video clarity, and reliable internet connection. We will use the ZOOM platform. For more information about ZOOM please check the website at www.zoom.us. Video, audio, and internet access are all needed to successfully “ATTEND” class.
- Your camera must remain stable and UNREMOVED during the course broadcast. Excessive camera movement is distracting and may result in a student’s removal from the class at the instructor’s discretion.
- Students will be responsible for completing an evaluation and returning the document within 24 hours to the REALTOR® Academy.
- Failure to adhere to these policies and/or the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) rules pertaining to education may result in removal from the course, CE credit not reported to TREC, and non-refundable tuition.
- All courses require the use of electronic devices such as a laptop or tablet. Please bring your own device with you to participate.
- Arrive and check in 20 minutes before the start of class.
- Bring a picture ID such as a driver’s license or other issued ID. Staff must check IDs for the issuance of TREC credit.
- Be present for the entirety of the class, please do not take phone calls, conduct business, or any activity that is not part of the class.
- Students must be active in the class and provide their full attention to the course. Instructors will provide time for breaks and lunch (if applicable). During the provided times, students may take care of calls, emails, etc.
- Students are responsible for the performance of their own technology and electronic devices.
- Students will be responsible for completing an evaluation on the course and instructor. Evaluations will be sent via email to students and completed electronically.
- Payment is to be rendered at the time of registration. Seats will not be reserved without payment. If a student does not appear for class by the designated start time, his/her seat will be given to a student on the waiting list or to a walk-in student. If a student arrives after the class has started and the class is full and his/her seat has been filled, he/she will not be allowed to attend the class.
- Each participant must determine if this course is timely and appropriate for his/her CE requirements. Double-check the license expiration date and/or review the license renewal notice from TREC.
- Failure to adhere to these policies and/or the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) rules pertaining to education may result in removal from the course, CE credit not reported to TREC, and non-refundable tuition.
Our blended learning courses is designed to help students achieve their desired learning goals efficiently and effectively. The courses are instructor led or student-centered. Students are expected to spend 15-hours studying the material, completing quizzes, and interactive exercises to complete the final proctored exam. Exams can be proctored by the REALTOR® Academy in-person or via a 3rd party. For more information regarding proctoring services please contact REALTOR® Academy 210-593-1275.