Florida Real Estate Continuing Education Requirements
Florida real estate professionals must complete 14 hours of continuing education (CE) during each license renewal cycle. This guide breaks down exactly what's required, who needs it, what topics are covered, and how to fulfill the requirement — free, online, and at your own pace.
Complete Your 14-Hour CE Requirement — Free, Online, FREC-Approved
This 14-hour CE course is approved by the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) and DBPR, and is provided by Sunstate Real Estate School (Provider # ZH1002805). It's offered free, courtesy of DCA Florida Homes.
Enroll in the Free CE CourseWho Must Complete Continuing Education?
Active Sales Associates & Brokers
All Florida-licensed real estate sales associates and broker associates holding an active license must complete 14 hours of FREC-approved continuing education during each renewal cycle to maintain active status and renew their license.
Post-Licensing vs. Continuing Education
New licensees completing their first renewal have different requirements. Post-licensing education (45 hours for sales associates, 60 hours for brokers) applies to first-time renewals. The 14-hour CE requirement applies to all subsequent renewals. This course is designed for licensees in their second or later renewal cycle.
Voluntary Inactive License Holders
Even licensees on voluntary inactive status must complete the 14-hour CE requirement to maintain their license in good standing. The requirement is the same regardless of whether you're actively practicing.
The 14-Hour CE Requirement: Topic Breakdown
The Florida Real Estate Commission requires that the 14-hour CE course cover three mandatory topic areas. This course divides the 14 hours across 14 units, each focused on a specific subject:
Core Law
Updates to Florida real estate statutes, FREC rules, and regulatory changes that affect licensees' daily practice and obligations.
Business Ethics
Professional standards, ethical practices, agency relationships, and the duties owed to clients and customers under Florida law.
Specialty Education
Practical topics relevant to Florida real estate practice, including contracts, fair housing, investment property, and current market issues.
Florida License Renewal Cycles
Sales Associate & Broker Renewal: Florida real estate licenses renew on a two-year cycle. Sales associates and brokers renew by March 1st or September 30th, depending on the initial license issuance date.
Deadline: All 14 hours must be completed before your license expiration date. We recommend completing CE well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.
Renewal Method: Licenses are renewed online through the DBPR Online Services portal. You'll need your license number and the completion information reported by your course provider.
How Course Completion Is Reported
When you complete this course, Sunstate Real Estate School reports your completion directly to DBPR. Here's how the process works:
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Complete all 14 units and pass the final exam
Work through each unit, pass the quizzes (80% minimum), then pass one of five final exams.
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Receive your certificate of completion
A certificate with your name, license number, and completion date is emailed to you for your records.
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Sunstate reports to DBPR
Your completion is electronically reported to DBPR by Sunstate Real Estate School, the approved provider.
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Renew your license online
Log in to the DBPR Online Services portal and complete your license renewal. Your CE credit will already be on file.
FREC and DBPR: Who Regulates What?
Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC)
FREC is the regulatory body that governs real estate licensing in Florida. It sets the education requirements, approves course curricula, and enforces real estate law. FREC operates under the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
DBPR is the state agency that manages license issuance, renewal, and records. When you complete a CE course, the provider reports your completion to DBPR, which credits it toward your license renewal.
Course Format & Passing Requirements
14 Units · PDF + Audio
Each unit includes a written PDF textbook and an audio lecture. Read, listen, or both — your choice.
Quizzes · 80% to Pass · Unlimited Retakes
Pass each unit quiz with 80%. Retake as many times as you need — no limits.
Final Exam · 30 Questions · 80% to Pass
Choose from five final exams. Pass one to complete the course. Unlimited retakes.
Self-Paced · 14 Hours Total
Complete at your own pace. Progress is saved automatically — stop and resume anytime.
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