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Prepare for success in Washington DC real estate with education and support you can count on. We’re here for every step of your real estate journey, from earning your license to advancing your career. Our engaging online courses fit your schedule, and the Kaplan Commitment™ gives you the added assurance you need to pass your licensing exam.
After you’re licensed, Kaplan helps you stay ahead with continuing education and professional development courses that keep your skills sharp and your career moving forward in the District of Columbia.
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Need a Washington DC Real Estate License?
Take the steps you need to earn your DC real estate license.
Real Estate Licensing Requirements in the District of Columbia
Review the state requirements for salespersons and brokers in Washington DC.
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From your first real estate license to long-term career growth, Kaplan is your partner in Washington DC real estate. In fact, Test Prep Insight recently named Kaplan the best online real estate school for live instruction. Join thousands of professionals who’ve launched and advanced their careers through expert-led courses, flexible delivery formats, and unmatched industry expertise
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Kaplan’s online and online video courses give you the flexibility to complete your real estate education at your own pace. You can easily stop, start, and resume your self-guided courses to fit your busy life. Learn from engaging, respected instructors and move confidently toward a successful career in our nation’s capital.
Washington DC Real Estate Facts and Stats
11,211
Number of Active Licensed Real Estate Salespersons
2,003
Number of Active Licensed Real Estate Brokers
60
Required Hours of Pre-Licensing Education
Washington DC Real Estate Licensing Information, Reciprocity, and Portability
- State Governing Body: District of Columbia Real Estate Commission/Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection
Reciprocity: Washington DC has reciprocity with Virginia and also with Maryland if you were licensed after 1996.
Steps to Real Estate Salesperson Licensing Reciprocity in Washington DC:
- Step 1: Complete a 3-hour DC Real Estate Commission (DCREC) approved Fair Housing course and a 3-hour DCREC-approved 3-hour Property Management course.
- Step 2: Take and pass the Washington DC portion of the salesperson exam.
- Step 3: Provide an original letter of license certification from your licensing jurisdiction.
- Step 4: Apply for your license within 6 months of passing your exam.
Endorsement: Residents from states (other than Virginia or if you were licensed in Maryland before 1996) that meet or exceed Washington DC’s 60-hour pre-licensing education requirement can qualify for endorsement.
Steps to Real Estate Salesperson Licensing Endorsement in Washington DC:
- Step 1: Meet or exceed the District’s 60-hour pre-licensing education requirements in the jurisdictions from which you are applying.
- Step 2: Complete a 3-hour DC Real Estate Commission (DCREC) approved Fair Housing course and a 3-hour DCREC-approved 3-hour Property Management course.
- Step 3: Take and pass the Washington DC portion of the Salesperson exam.
- Step 4: Provide an original letter of license certification from your licensing jurisdiction.
- Step 5: Apply for your license.
Washington DC Reciprocity and Endorsements Courses and Packages
Continuous Learning Throughout Your Career
Your real estate education doesn’t end with licensure. Build on your success in Washington DC with Kaplan’s professional development courses. Designed for agents and brokers, our expert-led offerings deliver practical, real-world insights from some of the industry’s most respected professionals. You’ll learn time-tested strategies to reach more clients, stand out in the District’s competitive market, and continue building long-term career momentum.