Arkansas Real Estate License Requirements
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Arkansas Real Estate Salesperson License Requirements
Arkansas State Required Pre-licensing Hours: 60 hours
Colibri Real Estate Arkansas Course Hours Offered: 60 hours
1. General Arkansas Salesperson License Requirements
The general requirements for real estate salespersons defined by the Arkansas Real Estate Commission are as follows:
- Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
2. Salesperson License Education Requirements in Arkansas
Below are credit hours required for the Arkansas pre-license course to qualify for your salesperson license.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Pre-license Course Hours | 60 hours |
3. Additional Salesperson License Requirements in Arkansas
If you meet the general requirements and have completed your required course credit hours, you will need to complete the following steps to get your Salesperson license:
- Apply for the Arkansas Salesperson examination
- Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check
- Successfully pass the Arkansas Salesperson licensing exam with a score of 70% or higher
- Obtain sponsorship from a licensed Arkansas broker
- Complete the Arkansas Real Estate License application
Regulatory Notes:
Obtaining Certificate of Course Completion: Upon completion of the course, Colibri Real Estate will provide you an electronic certificate of completion in your account dashboard. You may need to submit your certificate of completion with your license request, please refer to your license application to determine if this is necessary. Course completion dates are recorded using Central Standard Time, therefore that will be the time reflected on your certificate.
Arkansas Real Estate Commission
Website: https://arec.arkansas.gov/
Phone: 334-242-5544
Fax: 334-270-9118
Address: 1201 Carmichael Way Montgomery, AL 36106
Arkansas License Lookup Website
Arkansas Salesperson License First-Time Renewal Requirements
1. General Arkansas Salesperson License First-Time Renewal Information
| item | Details |
|---|---|
| Salesperson Post-License Course Completion Deadline | Within 6 months of licensure |
2. Real Estate Salesperson License First-Time Renewal Education Requirements in Arkansas
Below are credit hours required for the Arkansas post-license course to qualify for your Salesperson first-time license renewal
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Course Hours | 18 hours |
| Mandatory CE Course Hours | 18 hours |
| Elective CE Course Hours | — |
| Post-licensure Courses | — |
Online Limitations
Roster
Governing Agency
Arkansas Real Estate Broker License Requirements
1. General Arkansas Broker License Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old
2. Broker License Education Requirements in Arkansas
Below are credit hours required for the Arkansas broker license course to qualify for your broker license.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Broker License Course Hours | 60 hours |
| Required Broker License Course Hours | 60 hours |
| Elective Broker License Course Hours | __ hours |
3. Additional Broker License Requirements in Arkansas
If you meet the general requirements and have completed your required course credit hours, you will need to complete the following steps to get your broker license:
- Apply for the broker examination
- Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check
- Successfully pass the Arkansas broker licensing exam with a score of 70% or higher
- Complete the Arkansas Real Estate License application
Online Limitations
Roster
Governing Agency
Arkansas Broker License First-Time Renewal Requirements
1. General Arkansas Broker License First-Time Renewal Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Broker First-Time License Renewal Cycle | Within 6 Months |
| Course Expiry Date | No later than the end of the sixth month following the initial broker licensure date. |
2. Real Estate Broker License First-Time Renewal Education Requirements in Arkansas
Below are credit hours required for the Arkansas post-license course to qualify for your Broker first-time license renewal
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Course Hours | 30 hours |
| Mandatory CE Course Hours | 30 hours |
| Elective CE Course Hours | __ |
| Post-licensure Courses | __ |
Online Limitations
Roster
Governing Agency
Arkansas Supervising Broker License Renewal Requirements
1. General Arkansas Supervising Broker License Renewal Information
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Supervising Broker License Renewal Cycle | 1 year |
| Supervising Broker License Renewal Date | September 30th |
| Course Expiry Date | Course expiration dates vary but are generally 6 months after enrollment date. |
2. Real Estate Supervising Broker License Renewal Education Requirements in Arkansas
Below are credit hours required for the Arkansas pre-license course to qualify for your Supervising Broker License.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Course Hours | 7 hours |
| Mandatory Supervising Broker Course Hours | 4 hours |
| Elective Supervising Broker Course Hours | 3 hours |
Online Limitations
Roster
Governing Agency
Arkansas Salesperson & Non-Supervising Broker License Renewal Requirements
1. General Arkansas Salesperson & Non-Supervising Broker License Renewal
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Salesperson & Non-Supervising License Renewal Date | December 31st each year |
| Salesperson & Non-Supervising Continuing Education Due Date | September 30th each year |
| Course Expiry Date | Course expiration dates vary but are generally 6 months after enrollment date. |
2. Salesperson & Non-Supervising Broker License Renewal Education Requirements in Arkansas
Below are credit hours required for the Arkansas pre-license course to qualify for your Salesperson & Non-Supervising Broker License.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Course Hours | 7 hours |
| Mandatory Supervising Broker Course Hours | 4 hours |
| Elective Supervising Broker Course Hours | 3 hours |
Online Limitations
Roster
Governing Agency
Good to Know
The information provided is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the Arkansas Real Estate Commission. For a more detailed requirements breakdown, please see the board’s site.
If you hold Real Estate licenses in multiple states, please make sure to check each state’s requirements.
Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It’s ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure that he or she is meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.