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Real Estate Courses

Penn State Greater Allegheny offers courses designed for those preparing for the Pennsylvania Real Estate Salesperson Examination and those employed or seeking jobs in real estate fields like title search, appraisal, and mortgage companies.

To qualify for the exam, applicants must complete 75 hours of basic real estate courses from an accredited college or approved provider. Completing these two courses fulfills the requirements for the Real Estate Salesperson Licensing Examination. It is recommended to take both courses concurrently. Applicants must contact PSI Exams prior to applying for licensure in order to register for, sit for, and pass the examination.

Real Estate Fundamentals

This course provides a foundational understanding of real estate in Pennsylvania, covering its essential language, principles, and laws. Focus areas include land, property rights, and the legal methods of transferring such rights. This course is perfect for those starting in real estate or looking to deepen their professional knowledge.

Classes begin: January 14, 2025, and will be held every Tuesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. through March 18, 2025, via Live Zoom with instructor. Course link will be emailed to those registered near the course start date.

Cost: $350.00. Course textbook is not included in the fee and may be purchased online at the Penn State Bookstore and mailed to you . This textbook will cover both courses (Real Estate Fundamentals and Real Estate Practice).

Register for Real Estate Fundamentals.

For more information, email [email protected].

Real Estate Practice

This course provides an introduction to all facets of the real estate business, including a survey of specialized fields. It emphasizes the role of the real estate agent in residential brokerage, covering basic techniques, procedures, regulations, and ethics in real estate transactions. Students will also gain a working knowledge of forms, documents, and related mathematics.

Classes begin: January 15, 2025, and will take place every Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. until March 19, 2025, via Live Zoom with instructor. Course link will be emailed to those registered near the course start date. After that, classes will be held on both Tuesdays and Wednesdays on March 25, 26, April 1, 2, and 8, for the final 15 hours of the course.

Cost: $350.00. Course textbook is not included in the fee and may be purchased at the Penn State Bookstore. This textbook will cover both courses (Real Estate Fundamentals and Real Estate Practice).

Register for Real Estate Practice.

For more information, email [email protected].

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