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The Basics
- 60-Hour Pre-License Course
- 3 Real Estate Study Guides
- Accessible Narrated Audio with Adjustable Speeds
Ultimate Learning
- 60-Hour Pre-License Course
- 3 Real Estate Study Guides
- Accessible Narrated Audio with Adjustable Speeds
- CompuCram Exam Prep
- Live & Interactive Instruction
Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent
Follow these 5 simple steps to start your real estate career in Hawaii
Complete 60 hours of approved Pre-Licensing education
Successfully complete an approved 60 clock-hour Pre-Licensing Salesperson course. Learn more about your package options here. For graduates of an accredited law school, those that have received a degree from a university with a major course of study in real estate, former licensees, or those with a current license in another jurisdiction seeking licensure in Hawaii, please see the Hawaii Real Estate Branch website for detailed education and examination requirements for each candidate’s situation.
Create an eHawaii account.
Register an account with eHawaii as the state requires official certificates to be sent through that service.
Pass the course final exam
After you complete all the course materials and meet the minimum seat time requirement, there is a course final exam. This exam consists of 130 questions and the minimum passing score is 70%. Course completions are valid for two years from the date of issuance and the official certificate will be sent through eHawaii as noted above in step 2.
Pass the Hawaii licensing exam.
Next, you will take and pass the Hawaii Real Estate Salesperson Licensing Exam, which is administered by PSI. The National portion of this exam consists of 80 questions and a 150-minute time allowance, and the State portion consists of 50 questions and a 90-minute time allowance. For more information, see the PSI Candidate Information Bulletin. The state provides option of taking the licensing exam remotely instead of at a physical testing center location. PSI will have in-person on site testing available for those students who wish to take the exam in-person instead of online. An exam can be scheduled at this link. PSI has a dedicated number for candidates with scheduling/issues on their exam - (855) 579-4640.
Complete and submit your licensing application.
Your test center personnel will give you the instructions and application form, along with the score report and any other documentation as required per the instructions. You must file an application within two years of passing the licensing examination. The completed application, fees, and required documents should be sent by mail or hand-delivered.*Apply for a professional license *Pay license fees using secure, online payment options *Print your license *Renew your license or check your renewal status *Update your account information
Meet Our Expert Instructors
Learn from licensed brokers and educators who have trained thousands of real estate professionals since 1982.
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
Can I take both online and livestream?
Each class must be completed in the format it was started to receive credit.
How much does a real estate license cost in Hawaii?
Course / Package Fees: $226-$698 Background Check: $25 Salesperson License Fees: $282-382 Examination Fees: $61
Does Hawaii offer real estate license reciprocity?
No, Hawaii does not have reciprocity for real estate licenses.
Can you take the Hawaii real estate exam without classes?
No, you cannot take the exam without completing your real estate pre-licensing course in Hawaii.
How long does it take to get a Hawaii real estate license?
It varies per person on how long it takes to get a Hawaii real estate license depending on the pace in which you complete your pre-licensing education, pass your licensing examination, the time it takes you to find a sponsoring broker and complete the application process, and application processing times.
What is the duration of the real estate course in Hawaii?
First-time applicants for a real estate license in Hawaii must complete 60 hours of mandatory coursework to qualify for the state licensing exam.
What are the requirements to get a real estate license in Hawaii?
To get your real estate license in Hawaii, you must be at least 18 years old, Have a high school diploma or GED, complete 60 hours of required education, and obtain a passing score on your Hawaii real estate license exam.
This course is offered in affiliation with Colibri Real Estate.