Ohio real estate CE courses

Curated courses matched to Ohio’s salespersons and brokers renewal mandates — with prices, accreditation, and format. Plain listings, no affiliate markup.

30CE hours every 3 yearsBoard-verified 10-06-2026

Renewal: CE due on or before the licensee's birthday occurring 3 years after initial licensure, and every 3 years thereafter.

Source: Ohio Real Estate Commission

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Mandated topics

Topic	Hours	Frequency	Who
Core Law	3 hours	Every 3 years	All licensees
Canons of Ethics	3 hours	Every 3 years	All licensees
Civil Rights Law	3 hours	Every 3 years	All licensees
Electives	21 hours	Every 3 years	All licensees

Core Law (3 hours, every 3 years)

(Core Law) Navigating Ohio Agency Law

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Ohio; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$29.00list price; promo pricing (e.g., $17.40) frequentView course →

Note: Confirm this course is approved for Ohio CE credit and matches the current cycle's requirements on the provider's page before purchase.

Canons of Ethics (3 hours, every 3 years)

(Canons of Ethics) Complying with the Canon: Ohio Real Estate Licensee Ethics

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Ohio; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$29.00list price; promo pricing (e.g., $17.40) frequentView course →

Note: Confirm this course is approved for Ohio CE credit and matches the current cycle's requirements on the provider's page before purchase.

Civil Rights Law (3 hours, every 3 years)

(Civil Rights/Liberties) Check Your Bias and Fair Housing Practices

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Ohio; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$29.00list price; promo pricing (e.g., $17.40) frequentView course →

Note: Confirm this course is approved for Ohio CE credit and matches the current cycle's requirements on the provider's page before purchase.

Electives (21 hours, every 3 years)

Advocating for Short Sale Clients

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Ohio; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for Ohio CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

AI in Real Estate: Usage, Oversight, and Scam Awareness

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Ohio; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for Ohio CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Preparing a Market Analysis - Best Practices

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Ohio; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for Ohio CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Personal Safety

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Ohio; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for Ohio CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Lead Awareness and Compliance

The CE Shop · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Ohio; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$29.00typical per-course price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: Counts toward elective hours. Confirm the course is approved for Ohio CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Complete renewal bundles

One purchase covering your full 30-hour renewal — usually cheaper than buying courses individually.

30-Hr. OH Sales CE PackageBundle

The CE Shop · 30h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Ohio; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

$189.00list price; frequent promo pricing (e.g., $113.40 with code NEXT)View course →

Note: One purchase covering all 30 hours, including the mandated topics. Course approvals can change by cycle — confirm the package matches the current Ohio requirements on the provider's page before buying.

Free options

Accredited free courses. Note: free options rarely cover state-specific mandates — verify each mandate is satisfied.

Fairhaven 2.0: Fair Housing SimulationFree

National Association of REALTORS · 2h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (National Association of REALTORS is an approved continuing education provider in Ohio; confirm the course's state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.)

Freefree; NAR membership requiredView course →

Note: Free for NAR members; meets NAR's fair housing training requirement. State CE credit is not automatic — confirm Ohio accepts it before counting it toward renewal.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do Ohio salespersons and brokers need?

Ohio salespersons and brokers need 30 CE hours every 3 years.

What are the mandatory CE topics for Ohio real estate renewal?

Each renewal: 3 hours core law; 3 hours canons of ethics; 3 hours civil rights law; 21 hours electives. See the mandated topics table above for the full breakdown.

When is the Ohio real estate renewal deadline?

CE due on or before the licensee's birthday occurring 3 years after initial licensure, and every 3 years thereafter.

Do online real estate CE courses count, and are completions reported?

Yes — Ohio accepts online CE from approved providers. Most national providers report completions to the Ohio Real Estate Commission electronically; confirm reporting when you enroll and keep your certificates until renewal is confirmed.

Disclaimer: CECourse is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any course provider listed on this page. We do not control provider pricing, course availability, content, accreditation status, or board reporting — all of which may change without notice. Course listings are curated for convenience and were last verified on 10-06-2026. Requirements change — always verify current mandates with the Ohio Real Estate Commission. CECourse does not guarantee that any listed course satisfies your specific renewal requirements.

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