Sales Pre-License
How to Get a Georgia Real Estate Salesperson License
The Atlanta REALTORS® School of Real Estate no longer offers Salesperson Pre-license courses, but we’re here to support you every step of the way. Below, we’ve outlined the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) requirements to help you begin your licensing journey.
We also proudly partner with trusted online education providers that offer flexible, GREC-approved Pre-license courses to meet your needs.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for a Georgia Salesperson’s License, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be a high school graduate or hold an equivalent certificate
- Complete real estate education requirements (see below)
- Pass the Georgia Salesperson Exam
- Submit a criminal background check (GCIC report)
- Pay applicable state fees
Real Estate Education Requirements
Applicants must meet ONE of the following educational requirements:
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Complete a 75-hour Salesperson Pre-license Course from a school approved by the Georgia Real Estate Commission.
(This is the most common path for new applicants.)Our trusted online partners — The CE Shop and Colibri Real Estate — make it easy to complete this requirement on your schedule!
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Submit qualifying coursework (10 quarter hours or 6 semester hours) in real estate-related subjects from an accredited college, university, or law school. Transcripts must be submitted to PSI with your exam application.
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Provide proof of completing at least 75 hours of Pre-license coursework approved by another state. A verification letter from the regulatory agency in that state must be included.
Background Check
A Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) report must be presented at the PSI test center on the day of the exam.
- The report must be less than 60 days old
- Can be obtained from your local law enforcement agency
- If the report includes criminal history or licensing sanctions, GREC will review your eligibility before issuing a license
State Exam
After meeting the education requirement, you must pass the Georgia Salesperson Licensing Exam administered by PSI.
- Exam Fee: $119
- Applications must be submitted within 12 months of passing the exam
Visit PSI Exams » to schedule your exam and access the candidate handbook.
License Status
After passing the exam, individuals may:
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Apply for an active license with a sponsoring broker using the Sponsoring Broker Statement Application located in the Candidate Information Bulletin.
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Apply for an inactive license (renewal fees still apply).
Post-License Education Requirement
New licensees are required to complete a 25-hour Salesperson Post-license course within their first year of licensure.
- The course must be approved by GREC
- Failure to complete the course within one year will result in a lapsed license
Fees Summary
Description | Amount |
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75-hour Salesperson Pre-License Course | Varies by provider |
PSI Exam Fee | $119.00 |
State License Fee | $170 |
Post-License Course | Varies by provider |
Visit Our Online Pre-Licensing Partners:
The CE Shop
Flexible online courses for Salesperson and Broker licensing, Post-license, and CE — all 100% self-paced and mobile-friendly.
Why choose the Atlanta REALTORS® School of Real Estate?
The Atlanta REALTORS® School of Real Estate has been a trusted leader in real estate education since its founding in 1959. Acquired by the Atlanta REALTORS® Association in 1980, the school has continuously evolved to meet the industry’s changing needs. Formerly known as the Georgia Institute of Real Estate (GIRE), it was rebranded in 2018 as Capitus Real Estate Learning Center, solidifying its reputation as Georgia’s premier provider of online and classroom-based real estate education. Today, as the Atlanta REALTORS® School of Real Estate, we proudly serve more than 20,000 students annually across Metro Atlanta and beyond. Whether you're seeking your first license or building toward a brokerage, we’re here to support your growth every step of the way.
Our mission is simple: Prepare you for a successful real estate career and empower you with the tools to build the business you’ve always envisioned.