Alabama Real Estate Licensing Courses
Choosing the right real estate school is the first step toward building a successful career in Alabama, and Choice Academy is here to support you from your first class through your licensing exam. Our programs are fully approved by the Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) and include Salesperson Pre-License, Post-License, Broker Pre-License, and Reciprocal licensing courses. Whether you are entering the real estate field for the first time or advancing your professional credentials, our instruction provides the knowledge, practical skills, and individualized support needed to prepare confidently for the Alabama state exam and excel in today’s real estate market.
Alabama Salesperson Pre-License 60-Hour Course
The 60-hour Salesperson Pre-License Course at Choice Academy Real Estate School is designed to provide aspiring real estate professionals with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to launch a successful career in Alabama. Fully approved by the Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC), this course covers essential topics including real estate principles, property ownership, contracts, finance, agency, Alabama license law, and ethical business practices. Through engaging instruction and real-world examples, students will gain the confidence and competence required to prepare for the Alabama Salesperson Licensing Exam. Whether you choose in-person or virtual learning, this course equips you with the tools to enter the real estate industry with professionalism and a strong understanding of the responsibilities and opportunities of a licensed Alabama real estate salesperson.
Course Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
License Law, Agency, & Regulation
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Identify AREC licensing requirements, responsibilities, and legal duties of Alabama real estate salespersons.
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Interpret Alabama License Law, agency relationships, and trust-fund rules through statute-based online activities.
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Analyze brokerage scenarios and determine lawful/ethical actions under state regulations.
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Apply license law standards to interactive case studies presented in the classroom.
Valuation, Finance & Real Estate Math
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Analyze property valuation methods, appraisal techniques, and market influences affecting real estate values.
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Interpret housing market data, CMA principles, appraisal metrics, and value-estimating tools to support informed decision-making.
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Calculate commissions, prorations, loan payments, qualifying ratios, and interest.
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Calculate basic math operations relevant to real estate, including fractions, decimals, percents, measurements, and metric conversions.
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Calculate appraisal and valuation related metrics such as Gross Rent Multiplier (GRM), Gross Income Multiplier (GIM), Cost Approach formula, Net Operating Income (NOI), and other valuation formulas.
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Apply financial and valuation concepts to loan scenarios, investment analyses, and math-based problem sets.
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Evaluate calculated results to support property pricing, investment decisions, and accurate reporting in real estate transactions.
Contracts, Property Ownership, & Transfer
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Identify essential elements of contracts and Alabama requirements for valid real estate agreements.
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Interpret contract clauses and state-specific forms using digital exhibits.
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Evaluate property ownership types, land use controls, zoning, and transfer methods.
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Compare rights, interests, and restrictions affecting buyers and sellers.
Disclosures, Property Management, & Risk
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Identify Alabama disclosure laws and consumer-protection requirements.
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Evaluate risk-management procedures, red flags in property conditions, and fair-housing considerations.
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Apply property-management standards and landlord-tenant laws to real-world examples.
Exam Readiness & Digital Tools
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Analyze exam-style questions and apply test-taking strategies.
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Evaluate readiness through quizzes, practice assessments, and instructor feedback.
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Demonstrate professional communication in synchronous online discussions.
Available for in-person/hybrid classes.
Online virtual classes COMING SOON!
Alabama Salesperson Post-License 30-Hour Course
Prerequisites: Alabama Real Estate Salesperson Pre-license. Requirement: Must be taken within first 6 months of licensure (AREC requirement)
The Alabama Real Estate Post-Licensing Course is a 30-hour mandatory program designed for newly licensed real estate salespersons in Alabama. This course builds upon pre-licensing knowledge, providing advanced instruction in practical real estate practice, risk management, ethical standards, agency relationships, and regulatory compliance. Students will leave the course with the knowledge and confidence to perform competently and compliantly in their first year of real estate practice.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Apply Alabama real estate laws and regulations in everyday practice.
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Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior in compliance with the Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) rules and the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Code of Ethics.
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Understand agency relationships, disclosure obligations, and fiduciary duties.
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Conduct property transactions from contract to closing, including handling offers, negotiations, and risk management.
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Calculate and interpret real estate math relevant to financing, appraisal, and valuation.
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Identify the legal and practical implications of contracts, leases, and property management agreements.
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Utilize marketing, advertising, and technology tools in real estate practice while complying with regulatory standards.
Available for
in-person/hybrid classes
Alabama Broker Pre-License 60-Hour Course
Prerequisites: Must have held an active real estate salesperson license in any state for at least 24 months of the 36 month period immediately preceding the date of application (AREC requirement).
This 60-hour Alabama Broker Pre-License course prepares licensed salespersons to meet the education requirements for obtaining an Alabama real estate broker license. The course emphasizes not only advanced real estate practices, legal responsibilities, brokerage management, finance, ethics, and transactions, but also integrates real-world scenarios to provide practical, hands-on learning experiences. Students will engage in case studies, problem-solving exercises, and applied projects that foster the use of knowledge with critical thinking skills, preparing them to navigate complex brokerage situations confidently. Upon completion, students will have a comprehensive understanding of Alabama real estate law, brokerage operations, risk management, and advanced valuation techniques necessary to operate effectively and ethically as a real estate broker.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Apply Alabama real estate laws and regulations in everyday practice.
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Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior in compliance with the Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) rules and the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Code of Ethics.
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Understand agency relationships, disclosure obligations, and fiduciary duties.
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Conduct property transactions from contract to closing, including handling offers, negotiations, and risk management.
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Calculate and interpret real estate math relevant to financing, appraisal, and valuation.
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Identify the legal and practical implications of contracts, leases, and property management agreements.
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Utilize marketing, advertising, and technology tools in real estate practice while complying with regulatory standards.
Available for
in-person/hybrid classes
Online virtual classes COMING SOON!
Alabama Reciprocal License 6-Hour Course
Prerequisites: Submit with the application an official "Certificate of Licensure" form (license history) showing you hold a current license in another state. (AREC requirement).
The Alabama Reciprocal Real Estate License Course is a 6-hour, AREC-approved program designed for licensed real estate professionals from qualifying states seeking to obtain an Alabama real estate license through reciprocity. This course provides a focused overview of Alabama-specific real estate laws, regulations, licensing requirements, and ethical obligations. Students will gain practical knowledge of agency relationships, trust fund handling, record-keeping, and transaction procedures under Alabama law. Through
real-world scenarios, interactive discussions, and exam-focused review, participants will be fully prepared to comply with Alabama regulations and successfully complete the Alabama portion of the reciprocal licensing exam.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Understand the licensing requirements under Alabama law for reciprocal licensees.
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Recognize the role, structure, and regulatory authority of AREC.
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Comprehend Alabama-specific laws and regulations affecting real estate practice, including license law, agency, trust funds, disciplinary procedures, and record‑keeping.
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Apply knowledge of Alabama legal requirements to common real estate transactions.
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Prepare for and pass the Alabama portion of the reciprocal license examination.
Who Should Take This Course
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Real estate licensees in other states (active or inactive) whose license is not a reciprocal or nonresident license, and who wish to obtain an Alabama real estate license via reciprocity under AREC rules.
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Those applying for reciprocal salesperson or reciprocal broker license under AREC.
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Persons who plan to apply for an Alabama reciprocal license: they must obtain Official Certification of Licensure (license history) from their qualifying state — issued within 120 days prior to AREC receipt of application.
Available for in-person/hybrid classes