Do you want to take the next step in your career and become a Licensee in charge? If so, then you need to complete the Diploma of Property (Agency Management) course.
The commencement of sweeping industry reforms on 23 March 2020 saw the introduction of a new licence category – the Class 1 Real Estate Licence.
“To apply to NSW Fair Trading for a Class 1 Real Estate Licence, agents need to not only demonstrate that they have two years’ experience in the real estate industry, they also need to complete the Diploma of Property (Agency Management) qualification,” Shula Kentwell, REINSW Head of Training, explained.
“The course comprises 12 units of competency that are focused on various aspects of business management, including financial management, workplace management, ethics, compliance, work health and safety, and more.”
Agents can conveniently complete the units and their assessments online. Shula explained that Recognition of Prior Learning is also an option.
“By documenting your skills and knowledge and providing evidence of the experience you’ve gained throughout your career, you can potentially reduce the amount of training you need to undertake to gain your Class 1 Real Estate Licence,” she said.
Shula encouraged agents to enrol in the course.
“It’s not just for those who want to open their own agency,” she said. “If you want to step up and take on more responsibility at the agency where you work, this course is a great choice. You’re not only building your knowledge; you’re also demonstrating a commitment to taking on a leadership role.”
“To apply to NSW Fair Trading for a Class 1 Real Estate Licence, agents need to not only demonstrate that they have two years’ experience in the real estate industry, they also need to complete the Diploma of Property (Agency Management) qualification.” – Shula Kentwell, REINSW Head of Training
COURSE SPOTLIGHT
CPP41419 Diploma of Property (Agency Management)
Who: Anyone who wants to act as a Licensee in charge.
Result: Completion allows you to apply to NSW Fair Trading for a Class 1 Real Estate Licence.
Learning: There are 12 units to be studied to complete the full qualification. Eleven units are prescribed by NSW Fair Trading, plus one elective unit.
Prescribed units
- Business and financial management (2 units)
- Effective workplace management (3 units)
- Ethics and compliance (3 units)
- Marketing and communications strategies (2 units)
- Work health and safety (1 unit)
Elective unit
- Provide property sustainability information in real estate (1 unit)
Study options: Choose the option that best suits your needs:
- Online
- Recognition of Prior Learning
Time: Up to 24 months