Start Your Virginia Real Estate Career
About Online Self-Paced
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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
- CompuCram Exam Prep
- Live & Interactive Instruction
- Career Booster Pack (1-year access)
Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent
Follow these 4 simple steps to start your real estate career in Virginia
Complete the 60-Hour DPOR Pre-Licensing Course
State-Approved Education
Finish the 60-hour Virginia pre-licensing course. Online, self-paced, DPOR-approved.
Pass the PSI Virginia Exam
National + State Portions
Schedule and pass the PSI VA salesperson exam — 120 questions, 70% on each section.
Apply to DPOR with Sponsoring Broker
$170 Application Fee
Submit your DPOR salesperson application with sponsoring broker affiliation, fingerprints, and fees.
Complete 30-Hour Post-Licensing in Year 1
DPOR Requirement
Complete 30 hours of post-licensing within 12 months of initial licensure.
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
Is starting a part-time real estate career realistic in Virginia?
Yes! Many agents start part-time while managing other work or commitments. Weekly hours, seasonal fluctuations, and deal counts vary, but flexible online courses make it manageable.
Can I take the Virginia real estate exam without classes?
No. Completing the 60-hour Virginia real estate pre-license course is required before scheduling the state exam.
Can I start my real estate career in Virginia’s major cities without taking the pre-licensing course?
No. Even if you plan to work in Richmond, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Norfolk, Alexandria, or other cities across Virginia, completing the 60-hour Virginia real estate pre-license course is required before scheduling your state licensing exam.
How long does it take to get a Virginia real estate license?
Your timeline depends on how quickly you complete the 60-hour course, secure a PSI exam appointment, complete fingerprinting, and receive DPOR approval. Virginia does not guarantee a single completion timeline. Allow additional time if you need to retake an examination or submit supporting documents.
What are the requirements to get a Virginia real estate license?
You must be 18 or older, have a high school diploma or GED, complete 60 hours of approved education, pass both portions of the PSI salesperson examination, submit fingerprints and the DPOR application, and affiliate with a Virginia brokerage to practice on active status.
This course is offered in affiliation with Colibri Real Estate.