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Real Estate Sales Agent

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AVG. SALARY

$55,230

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EDUCATION

Post-secondary training +

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JOB OUTLOOK

Stable

What To Learn

High School

What high school courses should you take if you're interested in this career? Get your answers from the Marketing cluster Professional Sales pathway.

Beyond High School

Here's a list of programs that you should consider if you're interested in this career:

Education Level

Education training and experience are required at different levels for success in different occupations.

Post-secondary training, plus work experience

Real estate sales agents typically need a high school diploma or equivalent to enter the occupation. They also must complete a number of real estate courses and pass a licensing exam. States typically require licensed agents to have experience before obtaining a broker’s license.

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Additional Information

A high school diploma is the minimum requirement of most real estate license boards. However, those in the field recommend some post-secondary education as well.

"I have a degree in commerce, and this really helped me to establish credibility with potential clients when I started out," says Utah real estate agent Rick Neilson.

A post-secondary degree in English, economics and history is an asset for anyone interested in pursuing this career. Many colleges and universities also offer real estate programs through their commerce faculties.

Every state requires prospective agents to be a high school graduate at least 18 years of age. They are also required to pass an exam. Most states require candidates for the general sales license to complete between 30 and 90 hours of classroom instruction.

A good way to get familiar with the real estate industry is to volunteer with a real estate office. This may give you a better idea about the career, as well as provide you with some valuable insight into the field.