Illinois Salesperson Continuing Education

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Continuing Education in Illinois

Illinois Salesperson Continuing Education
  • 90 Hours Required
  • State Approved Illinois Approved
  • 85%+ Pass Rate
  • 12 Months Access
85% First-Time Pass Rate
40+ Years Experience
100,000+ Students Licensed
24/7 Support Available

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Experience our online self-paced learning option designed for your success.

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12-Hr. IL Broker CE Package

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  • 12 Total hours 6 Elective hours 6 Core hours Illinois 6-Hour Core Course (6 core hours)* Illinois Sexual Harassment Prevention Training (1 elective hour) Fair Share: Protecting Consumers and Your Business from Unfair Practices (3 elective hours) Personal Safety (2 elective hours)

12-Hr. IL Broker CE Package Plus ProPath Professional Development

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  • 12 Total hours 6 Elective hours 6 Core hours Illinois 6-Hour Core Course (6 core hours)* Illinois Sexual Harassment Prevention Training (1 elective hour) Fair Share: Protecting Consumers and Your Business from Unfair Practices (3 elective hours) Personal Safety (2 elective hours)

Individual Courses

Not ready for a package? Purchase each course separately at your own pace. All courses are required for il licensure.

Course 1 • 4

Illinois Core (Renewal)

📚 Foundation Course Exam Included

As consumer needs change, the Illinois Real Estate License Act of 2000 evolves in order to accommodate those changes. It's important to stay abreast of the latest amendments to the legislation, as...

Course 2 • 4

Sexual Harassment Prevention Training, Discrimination & Fair Housing

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

This course meets the 1-hour IDFPR-mandated Sexual Harassment Prevention Training requirement. Thanks in part to movements such as #MeToo and Time’s Up, sexual harassment and discrimination h...

Course 3 • 4

Assistance Animals And Fair Housing

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

Must a property manager accept a tenant's emotional support animal, and under what conditions? What proof can a property manager or landlord require of a tenant who claims a need for an emotional...

Course 4 • 4

Did You Serve? Home Buying for Veterans

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

With more than 20 million veterans living in the U.S. today, real estate professionals can provide a valuable service to a strong client base by walking in their eligibility shoes.   If the...

Course 5 • 4

Diversity: Your Kaleidoscope of Client

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

The real estate market reflects our nation's diverse population, and the successful real estate professional understands and adapts to each client's needs.   What's new in fair...

Course 6 • 4

Document Diligence: Safeguarding Your Transactions

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

A veteran broker once said, "No one ever failed in this business because of the paperwork." It's true: Real estate is a relationship-based business. However, to protect consumers and you...

Course 7 • 4

Ethical Excellence: Raising the Bar

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

There’s a reason real estate agents often rank among the least trusted professionals in the U.S. But what can you do to improve the public’s perception? And what should you do when you run...

Course 8 • 3

Keeping it Honest: Understanding Real Estate and Mortgage Fraud

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

Fraud has become a major issue in the industry. Lawbreakers use real estate as a vehicle to steal the life savings of unsuspecting homeowners and defraud lenders out of millions of dollars for their o...

Course 9 • 4

Marketing, Advertising, and Social Media Compliance

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

The internet is rich with promotional opportunities. Whether it’s a post on Facebook or a tweet linking to your new listing, a status update on LinkedIn, a virtual home tour on YouTube, or photo...

Course 10 • 4

Residential Property Management Essentials (4)

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

For many real estate professionals, property management is a natural extension of their expertise. Whether you’re thinking about taking on your first property or looking to grow your property ma...

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Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent

Follow these 4 simple steps to start your real estate career in Illinois

12 Total Hours
$115 Course Cost
4 Simple Steps
1

Complete Required Education

Finish Pre-Licensing Course

Finish all state-mandated pre-licensing coursework.

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Course
Pre-Licensing
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Duration
Varies by State
Format
Online or In-Person
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2

Submit Application

Apply to State Agency

Apply for your license through the state regulatory agency.

📝
Application
State Agency
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Fee
Varies
📅
Processing
7-14 Days
Get Started
3

Pass State Exam

Complete Licensing Exam

Schedule and pass the state licensing examination.

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Exam
State + National
⏱️
Duration
2-3 Hours
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Passing
70-75%
Prepare Now
4

Get Licensed

Start Your Career

Receive your official state license and start your career!

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License
Official State
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Career
Ready to Start
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Why Choose Fortune Academy?
One ILREC-Approved Courses

Includes both mandatory training courses required by the Idaho Real Estate Commission — the 75 Hours of IL Pre-Licensing

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4 Unique Training Delivery Methods

Choose from among our unique learning methods — in-person classroom, online zoom and online self-paced, or our new online interactive method to accommodate any lifestyle convenience.

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85% FIRST-TIME EXAM PASS RATE

We’ve maintained the highest first-time Pre-Licensing pass rates in South Carolina for the last four decades. Pass the state exam on your first attempt or get your money back — guaranteed.

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24/7 Expert Help & Student Support

Connect with an on-demand real estate professional whenever you need answers or information. We’re available 24/7 via phone, email, text or chat to support your real estate career success.

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300,000+ Trained Professionals

Fortune Academy is the fourth-ever real estate school approved in South Carolina. We’ve continued to help real estate professionals meet new challenges since pioneering the real estate education space in 1982.

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100% Money-Back Guarantee

Your success is our success. We’ll fully refund your initial costs if you don’t pass your real estate license examination on your first attempt, after graduating from a Fortune Academy program.

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State-High Pass Rates

We’ve helped 85% of our 300,000+ program graduates pass their real estate licensure exam on their first attempt. Our certified instructors make complex curriculums easy to understand, regardless of your real estate experience.

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Ease and Convenience

We offer a variety of convenient class schedules with day, evening and weekend classes. Our classes and training courses are accessible anytime anywhere through our mobile friendly education. Our training delivery methods provide flexibility to meet all lifestyle needs.

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Meet Our Expert Instructors
JG Joseph F. Gobbett, Jr.
Joseph F. Gobbett, Jr.

Licensed Broker, GRI

50+ Years

Started his real estate career in Maryland in 1971. Training director, branch sales manager, and broker in charge of Rescom Realtors.

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Residential Management
MD Mark Davis-Cote 
Mark Davis-Cote 

Licensed Broker, SFR

13+ Years

BA from URI, MBA from Webster University. Licensed salesperson since 2011, broker since 2016, SFR certified.

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Brokerage Finance
AF Amanda Farnum
Amanda Farnum

Licensed Real Estate Broker

17+ Years

Award-winning agent with experience across residential, commercial, foreclosures, and investments.

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Commercial Residential
DC Dale Clift
Dale Clift

Real Estate Instructor

40+ Years

Passionate about real estate from age 20. Made it his goal to teach, train, and coach professionals across South Carolina.

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Training Mentorship
What Our Students Say
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Fortune Academy made getting my real estate license so much easier than I expected. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the study materials were comprehensive yet easy to understand.

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Amanda Martinez Charleston, SC Passed First Time
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The online self-paced option was perfect for my busy schedule. I could study early mornings before work and on weekends. Passed on my first attempt thanks to the excellent exam prep materials!

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David Wilson Greenville, SC Passed First Time
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I was nervous about changing careers at 45, but Fortune Academy gave me the confidence and knowledge I needed. The instructors truly care about your success. Now I'm a successful agent!

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Lisa Brown Columbia, SC Passed First Time

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our real estate courses

How long do I have to complete the course?

You have up to 12 months to complete your course from the date of enrollment. Most students complete their courses within 2-4 weeks.

Yes, all of our courses are approved by the appropriate state regulatory agencies and meet all licensing requirements.

Our dedicated support team is available Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM EST. You can reach us by phone, email, or live chat.

Yes! Our courses are fully mobile-responsive and can be accessed on any device with an internet connection.

We accept all major credit cards, PayPal, and offer payment plans for qualifying purchases.

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