STATE LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

  • How do you get a Kentucky Real Estate License?

    You must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and


    • Register for 96 hours of Pre-Licensing Education
    • Complete the course final exam
    • Submit the background check
    • Pass the Kentucky Real Estate Exam
    • File your license application

    Click here to learn more!

  • What level of education do I need?

    You must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

  • How many hours of education do I need to earn my Kentucky Real Estate License?

    The Kentcky Real Estate Commission requires you to take 96 hours of pre-license education. This covers both national and state specific content.

  • How do I submit my background check?

    You must submit your fingerprints to the Kentucky Bureau of Investigation. 

  • What tests must I take?

    You will take two exams: (1) a final exam through Kentucky Real Estate College and (2) an exam administered by the Kentucky Real Estate Commission. 

  • What score must I achieve to pass the exam?

    Both your final exam and the Kentucky Real Estate Commission's exam require an applicant to score at least a 75% to pass. 

  • Does Kentucky have reciprocity with other states?

    Yes! All agents must have an active Tennessee, Ohio, Florida, or West Virginia real estate license for at least one year before taking the course and take a reciprocity course.  For more information on using the reciprocity process as an agent click here and as a broker click here.

  • How do you get a Kentucky Broker License?

    You must have your Sales Associate License in Kentucky for at least two years and be working a minimum of 20 hours a week and



    • Complete 336 hours of approved Kentucky Managing Broker courses
    • Complete the course final exam
    • Submit the background check
    • Pass the Kentucky Real Estate Broker Exam
    • File your license application

    For more information, click here.

  • Is there a separate course for a commercial real estate license?

    Our pre-license courses are the first step towards any niche in real estate, including commercial real estate. In Kentucky, you do not need a separate license for commercial real estate. 

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