Illinois Real Estate License Renewal & Continuing Education
Illinois CE Requirements
Regulated by Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
CE Hours
12 hrs
every 2 years
License Term
2 years
Post-Licensing
45 hrs
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Illinois License Renewal FAQ
How many CE hours does Illinois require? ▾
Illinois requires 12 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew a real estate license.
How much does it cost to renew a Illinois real estate license? ▾
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) does not publish a fixed renewal fee for Illinois; check with the commission for current fees.
When is my Illinois license due for renewal? ▾
Renewal is due April 30 of even-numbered years, every 2 years.
What CE topics are mandatory in Illinois? ▾
Illinois mandates the following CE topics: Core course (6 hours), Sexual harassment prevention training (1 hour).
Does Illinois require post-licensing education? ▾
Yes. Illinois requires 45 hours of post-licensing education (Must complete 45hr post-license education before first renewal (April 30 deadline). Course structure: 60hr self-paced topics + 15hr Applied Real Estate Principles (must be completed live via classroom or webinar).).
Can I take Illinois continuing education online? ▾
Yes, Illinois approves online continuing education providers. Compare 4 approved CE courses above.
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