Washington real estate CE courses

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

30CE hours every 2 yearsBoard-verified 10-06-2026

Renewal: Renewal every 2 years from licensure date. >=15 hours within 24 months of renewal date; up to 15 unused hours completed within 48 months may also be used. Inactive renewal: no CE required.

Source: Washington State Department of Licensing

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Mandated topics

TopicHoursFrequencyWho
Prescribed 3-hour Core curriculum3 hoursEvery 2 yearsBrokers
Other approved continuing education27 hoursEvery 2 yearsBrokers

Prescribed 3-hour Core curriculum (3 hours, every 2 years)

Prescribed 3-hour Core curriculum (Washington CE)

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Washington (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

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

Note: Covers the prescribed 3-hour core curriculum requirement (3h). Confirm the course's current state approval number on the provider's page before purchase.

Other approved continuing education (27 hours, every 2 years)

Advocating for Short Sale Clients

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Washington (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number 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 Washington CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

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

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Washington (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number 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 Washington CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Preparing a Market Analysis - Best Practices

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Washington (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number 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 Washington CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Personal Safety

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Washington (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number 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 Washington CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Lead Awareness and Compliance

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Washington (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number 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 Washington CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

Working With Real Estate Investors: Understanding Investor Strategies

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Washington (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number 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 Washington CE credit on the provider's page before purchase.

The Fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 3h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Washington (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number 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 Washington 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.

Washington 30-Hour CE Renewal PackageBundle

The CE Shop (via PSI Online Store) · 30h · self-paced · State Real Estate Commission (The CE Shop is an approved continuing education provider in Washington (courses sold here via PSI's authorized online store); confirm the course's state approval number before purchase.)

$99.00typical package price; confirm current pricing on the provider's pageView course →

Note: PSI's online store sells The CE Shop's state-approved CE courses — select your state on the store page for state-specific packages and special pricing.

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 Washington; 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 Washington accepts it before counting it toward renewal.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do Washington salespersons and brokers need?

Washington salespersons and brokers need 30 CE hours every 2 years.

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

Each renewal: 3 hours prescribed 3-hour core curriculum; 27 hours other approved continuing education. See the mandated topics table above for the full breakdown.

When is the Washington real estate renewal deadline?

Renewal every 2 years from licensure date. >=15 hours within 24 months of renewal date; up to 15 unused hours completed within 48 months may also be used. Inactive renewal: no CE required.

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

Yes — Washington accepts online CE from approved providers. Most national providers report completions to the Washington State Department of Licensing 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 Washington State Department of Licensing. CECourse does not guarantee that any listed course satisfies your specific renewal requirements.

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