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60-Hr. AL Sales Pre-Licensing
Salesperson- AL 60-Hr. Salesperson Pre-License
60-Hr. AL Sales Pre-Licensing
Salesperson- AL 60-Hr. Salesperson Pre-License
- Exam Prep - National & Alabama
60-Hr. AL Sales Pre-Licensing
Salesperson- AL 60-Hr. Salesperson Pre-License
- Alabama Exam Prep- National and Alabama
- Business Building Courses.
60-Hr. AL Sales Pre-Licensing
Salesperson- Building Your Sphere
- Building Your Real Estate Business
- Is Commercial Real Estate For You?
- Includes 30-Hr. AL Sales Post-Licensing Package.
Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent
Follow these 5 simple steps to start your real estate career in Alabama
Complete the 60-Hour AREC Pre-Licensing Course
State-Approved Education Requirement
Finish the 60-hour Alabama Real Estate Salesperson course. 100% online, self-paced, AREC-approved.
Submit Application, Fingerprints, and Background Check
AREC Background Verification
Submit your Alabama salesperson application to AREC with fingerprints and background check. Application fee: \$210.
Pass the Alabama Salesperson Exam
National + State Portions
Schedule and pass the Alabama real estate salesperson exam — 140 multiple-choice questions (100 national + 40 state), 70% passing.
Activate License with a Sponsoring Broker
Start Practicing Real Estate
Find an Alabama broker to sponsor you. Alabama issues licenses in "inactive" status until a broker activates you via the AREC form.
Complete 30-Hour Post-Licensing Within 12 Months
Maintain Your AL License
AREC requires 30 hours of post-licensing education within 12 months of initial licensure. Failure to complete by the deadline results in license expiration.
Meet Our Expert Instructors
Joseph F. Gobbett, Jr.
Licensed Broker, GRI
50+ YearsStarted his real estate career in Maryland in 1971. Training director, branch sales manager, and broker in charge of Rescom Realtors.
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Mark Davis-Cote
Licensed Broker, SFR
13+ YearsBA from URI, MBA from Webster University. Licensed salesperson since 2011, broker since 2016, SFR certified.
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Amanda Farnum
Licensed Real Estate Broker
17+ YearsAward-winning agent with experience across residential, commercial, foreclosures, and investments.
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Dale Clift
Real Estate Instructor
40+ YearsPassionate about real estate from age 20. Made it his goal to teach, train, and coach professionals across South Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our real estate courses
How do I get an Alabama real estate license?
To get an Alabama real estate salesperson license, you must be at least 19 years old, complete the 60-hour AREC-approved pre-licensing course, submit fingerprints for a background check, pass the Alabama salesperson licensing exam, and affiliate with a sponsoring Alabama broker.
How long does it take to get an Alabama real estate license?
Most Alabamians complete their salesperson license in 2 to 3 months. The 60-hour Fortune Academy course can be finished in 3–4 weeks at moderate pace, followed by fingerprinting, the salesperson exam, and AREC application processing.
How much does it cost to get an Alabama real estate license?
Expect total costs around $400–$600 in Alabama. This includes Fortune Academy's 60-hour course, the AREC application fee ($210), the licensing exam fee ($77), and background check fingerprinting.
Is the Alabama real estate course offered online?
Yes. Fortune Academy's 60-hour Alabama pre-licensing course is 100% online, self-paced, and AREC-approved. Includes the required proctored final exam.
Who administers the Alabama real estate exam?
The Alabama real estate salesperson exam is administered at approved testing centers across the state. The exam contains 140 multiple-choice questions (100 national + 40 state), with a 70% passing score required on each section.
Do I need a sponsoring broker in Alabama?
Yes. After passing the Alabama salesperson exam, you must affiliate with a licensed Alabama broker before you can practice real estate. Your license is issued as "inactive" until a broker sponsors you.
What is post-licensing in Alabama?
Alabama requires newly licensed salespersons to complete 30 hours of AREC-approved post-licensing education within 12 months of initial licensure. Failure to complete within 12 months results in license expiration.
How old must I be to get an Alabama real estate license?
Alabama requires applicants to be at least 19 years old — one of the few states that requires older than 18. You must also hold a high school diploma or equivalent and pass a criminal background check.