Education

Real Estate Professional Opportunities

Whether you’re just beginning your career or advancing your credentials, the Cobb Association of REALTORS® offers convenient learning options for every stage. Explore our upcoming in-person classes or take advantage of flexible online courses designed to help you succeed in Georgia’s real estate industry.

In-Person Courses


Continuing Education Online Courses


Georgia Pre-Licensing Online Program


Georgia Post-Licensing Online Program


Broker Continuing Education Courses


Exam Prep Online

Become a Real Estate Salesperson

  • You may take the required 75-Hour Salesperson Pre-licensing Course online or in a classroom.
  • Salespersons must take a 25-hour Salespersons post-license course in their first year of licensure. Click here to register for and take an approved post-license course online.
  • We also offer Exam Prep courses to help you get ready.  Click here to read more.
  • Click here to visit the Georgia Real Estate Commission website and their guidance on obtaining a Real Estate Salesperson’s License.

Become A Real Estate Broker

Here are the steps you’ll need to follow to become a Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Georgia:

  • Click here to visit the Georgia Real Estate Commission website and their specific guidance on obtaining a Real Estate Broker’s License.
  • You may take the required 60-Hour Broker Pre-licensing Course online or in a classroom.
    • Click here to register and take the course online.
    • Click here to access a list of Approved Schools in your area that may offer the course in a classroom format.

NAR Family Designations

Accredited Buyer’s Representative® / ABR®

The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation is designed for real estate buyer agents who focus on working directly with buyer-clients at every stage of the home-buying process…learn more

Accredited Land Consultant / ALC

The Accredited Land Consultants (ALCs) designation requires successful completion of the LANDU education program, high-volume and experience level, and an honorable Code of Conduct…learn more >

Certified Commercial
Investment Member / CCIM

The Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation is commercial real estate’s global standard for professional achievement…learn more >

Certified International
Property Specialist / CIPS

The Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation focuses on the critical aspects of international real estate transactions….learn more >

Certified Property Manager® / CPM®

CPM designees are recognized as experts in real estate management. Holding this designation demonstrates expertise and integrity to employers, owners, and investors…learn more >

Certified Real Estate
Brokerage Manager / CRB

The Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) is awarded to REALTORS® who have completed advanced educational and professional requirements…learn more >

Certified Residential Specialist / CRS

The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation is the highest credential awarded to residential sales agents, managers, and brokers…learn more >

Counselor of Real Estate™ / CRE™

The Counselors of Real Estate® is an international group of recognized professionals who provide seasoned, expert, objective advice on real property and land-related matters…learn more >

General Accredited Appraiser / GAA

This designation is awarded to Appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®…learn more >

NAR’s Green Designation / GREEN

Through NAR’s Green Designation, the Green REsource Council provides ongoing education, resources and tools to help understand and market properties with green features….learn more >

Graduate REALTOR® Institute / GRI

REALTORS® with the GRI designation have in-depth training in legal and regulatory issues, technology, professional standards, and the sales process…learn more >

Performance Management Network / PMN

This designation focuses on negotiating strategies and tactics, networking and referrals, business planning and systems, personal performance management and leadership development…learn more >

REALTOR® Association Certified Executive / RCE

RCE is the only professional designation designed specifically for REALTOR® association executives. RCE designees exemplify goal-oriented AEs with drive, experience and commitment to professional growth…learn more >

Residential Accredited Appraiser / RAA

This designation is awarded to Appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®…learn more >

Seller Representative Specialist / SRS

The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance personal performance…learn more >

Society of Industrial and
Office REALTORS® / SIOR

The SIOR designation is earned through meeting standards of experience, production, education, ethics, and provide recommendations…learn more

Seniors Real Estate Specialist® / SRES®

The SRES® Designation program educates REALTORS® on how to profitably and ethically serve the real estate needs of the fastest growing market in real estate, clients age 50+…learn more 

NAR Family Certifications

At Home With Diversity® / AHWD®

The At Home With Diversity certification teaches you how to conduct your business with sensitivity to all client profiles and build a business plan to successfully serve them…learn more >

Broker Price Opinion Resource / BPOR

The BPOR certification provides REALTORS® with knowledge and skills to perform accurate and professional broker price opinions (BPOs) and comparative market analyses (CMAs)…learn more >

Certified Real mEstate Team Specialist / CRETS

The Certified Real Estate Team Specialist certification is designed to improve team development, individual leadership skills, and financial performance…learn more >

e-Pro®

NAR’s e-PRO® certification teaches you to use cutting-edge technologies and digital initiatives to link up with today’s savvy real estate consumer…learn more >

Military Relocation Prefessional / MRP

NAR’s Military Relocation Professional certification focuses on educating real estate professionals about working with current and former military service members to take full advantage of military benefits and support…learn more >

Resort & Second Home
Property Specialist / RSPS

This certification is designed for REALTORS® who facilitate transactions for investment, development, retirement, or second homes in a resort, recreational and/or vacation destination…learn more >

Short Sales & Foreclosures Resource® / SFR®

The SFR® certification teaches real estate professionals to work with distressed sellers and the finance, tax, and legal professionals who can help them…learn more >

EducationAL Events

Upcoming Courses at Cobb Association of Realtors®