The BROKER PRE-LICENSING COURSE is the first step toward starting your real estate career. The course consists of 75 hours of instruction required for qualification to take the course real estate license examination. Topics include: basic real estate practices and principles, real estate law, financing, brokerage, contracts, closings and other topics.
Upon completion of the course you may apply to sit for the N.C. Licensing Exam to receive your state license. Our course will give you the best possible preparation for this exam.
Want to find out the requirements for obtaining a license? Click to view this video provided by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission
PLEASE NOTE: You will be notified if the dates of your currently-scheduled class change. If you have questions or wish to reschedule, please email Lane at Lyoung@CarolinaSchoolRE.com or text Lane at 336-391-2910
Broker Prelicensing
Beginning January 5th, 2027Course Instructor:
Pre-Licensing Instructor
Course Details:
Come join Tiffany Davis for an evening course starting on January 5th through February 17th.
Course Location:
Online via Zoom
All courses are offered via livestream on Zoom. Help with getting online the first day - please email Katie Davis at katherinebgdavis@gmail.com.
Register by paying an initial deposit. The remaining $399.00 is due before the first day of class - we email you a payment link.
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Beginning February 16th, 2027Course Instructor:
Pre-Licensing, Post-Licensing, CE Instructor & Math Tutor
Course Details:
Come join Anne Rasheed for a weekday course starting on February 16th through March 30th.
Course Location:
Register by paying an initial deposit. The remaining $399.00 is due before the first day of class - we email you a payment link.
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Beginning February 25th, 2027Course Instructor:
Pre-Licensing Instructor
Course Details:
Come join Tiffany Davis for a weekday course starting on February 25th through April 13th.
Course Location:
Online via Zoom
All courses are offered via livestream on Zoom. Help with getting online the first day - please email Katie Davis at katherinebgdavis@gmail.com.
Register by paying an initial deposit. The remaining $399.00 is due before the first day of class - we email you a payment link.
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Beginning April 22nd, 2027Course Instructor:
Pre-Licensing Instructor
Course Details:
Come join Tiffany Davis for an evening course starting on April 22nd through June 10th.
Course Location:
Online via Zoom
All courses are offered via livestream on Zoom. Help with getting online the first day - please email Katie Davis at katherinebgdavis@gmail.com.
Register by paying an initial deposit. The remaining $399.00 is due before the first day of class - we email you a payment link.
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Beginning July 10th, 2027Course Instructor:
Pre-Licensing, Post-Licensing, CE Instructor & Math Tutor
Course Details:
Come join Anne Rasheed for a weekend course starting on July 10th through August 8th.
Course Location:
Register by paying an initial deposit. The remaining $399.00 is due before the first day of class - we email you a payment link.
Pay Initial DepositBroker Prelicensing
Beginning July 13th, 2027Course Instructor:
Pre-Licensing Instructor
Course Details:
Come join Tiffany Davis for a weekday course starting on July 13th through August 25th.
Course Location:
Online via Zoom
All courses are offered via livestream on Zoom. Help with getting online the first day - please email Katie Davis at katherinebgdavis@gmail.com.
Register by paying an initial deposit. The remaining $399.00 is due before the first day of class - we email you a payment link.
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Beginning October 9th, 2027Course Instructor:
Pre-Licensing, Post-Licensing, CE Instructor & Math Tutor
Course Details:
Come join Anne Rasheed for a weekend course starting on October 9th through November 7th.
Course Location:
Register by paying an initial deposit. The remaining $399.00 is due before the first day of class - we email you a payment link.
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Beginning October 12th, 2027Course Instructor:
Pre-Licensing Instructor
Course Details:
Come join Tiffany Davis for an evening course starting on October 12th through November 24th.
Course Location:
Online via Zoom
All courses are offered via livestream on Zoom. Help with getting online the first day - please email Katie Davis at katherinebgdavis@gmail.com.
Register by paying an initial deposit. The remaining $399.00 is due before the first day of class - we email you a payment link.
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Class Locations
- Fairway Mortgage 514 S. Stratford Rd, Suite 240, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
- Westgate Center 3680 Westgate Center Circle, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
- The Hawthorne Inn & Conference Center 420 High St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
- Masonic Center 4537 Country Club Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
Course materials
Please call Lane at 336-391-2910 or email Lane at Lyoung@CarolinaSchoolRE.com to make arrangements to pick up your textbook.
Prelicensing FAQ's
Most questions about the NC real estate licensing process and taking the license examination are answered in short videos in the Video Library under the Resources tab.
| Question | Answer |
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| What are the license qualifications requirements? | License qualification requirements are provided on p6 of Real Estate Licensing in NC (RELINC). |
| What are the fees associated with getting a license? | Prelicensing course registration fee, application fee, exam registration fee, & criminal background check. For details, see pp4-11 of RELINC. |
| Can I take the Broker Prelicensing course online? | Yes. The Prelicensing course is offered in variety of formats: in-person, via synchronous distance learning (aka, “live online” instruction using Zoom or similar technologies), or via distance courses (self-paced online courses).
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| Where can I sign up for a Broker Prelicensing course? | The list of Education Providers (EPs) currently certified to offer the Prelicensing course is available on the Commission’s website. Contact the EPs directly regarding registration. |
| What is the best Prelicensing Education Provider (EP)? | The Commission does not recommend EPs. Click here to view the License Exam Performance Report by Education Provider. |
| Where can I buy the Prelicensing textbook? | Contact your Education Provider about what materials will be required. |
| Can I apply for my license online? | Yes, if you are applying for a broker license. Click here to access the Commission’s online application system. Application for Limited Nonresident Commercial Licenses must be submitted via paper forms. Visit the Forms page of the Commission’s website to download the paper application forms. |
| I lost my application username and password. Help! | The username should be your email address & you can choose to “reset password”. Also, you may contact the Commission for assistance. |
| How do I obtain my criminal record report? | Contact Criminal Record Check.com at 877.272.0266 or www.ncreccheck.com. Criminal Record Check (CRC) is the only approved criminal record provider for the NC Real Estate Commission. Reports from other agencies will not be accepted. |
| How much will the criminal record report cost? | If you have only lived in NC during the past 7 years, your report will likely cost less than $30. However, you must submit a criminal record report for any state or country in which you lived during the past 7 years. Fees are assessed for each state and/or country and for all names and aliases. Read more on pp12-14 of RELINC. |
| I ran a criminal record report a year ago. Do I need to order a new report? | Yes, you need to order a new report. Only a report prepared by CRC within the previous six months is acceptable. See p12 of RELINC. |
| I took (and passed!) the Prelicensing course last year. May I apply now or do I need to retake the class? | You may apply now. You do not need to retake the course at this point. The Broker Prelicensing course must have been successfully completed within 3 years prior to application. See p6 of RELINC. |
| What is a certificate of license history? | A license history is an official document obtained directly from the real estate governing agency in the state where you hold a license. It is not a wall license, pocket card, or certificate. It shows the type of license you hold, how you received your license, the duration of your license, your license status, and any disciplinary actions. |
| How soon after I submit my application will I be able to take the license exam? | Assuming the Commission determines you have submitted a complete application and meet the qualification requirements, you will be sent a “Notice of Exam Eligibility” that will enable you to register for the license exam. The notice should be sent to you via email within 3-4 business days of receipt of your application. Read more on p19 of RELINC. |
| How do I schedule my exam? | 1 business day following receipt of the Exam Eligibility Notice, go to https://pearsonvue.com/nc/ |
| Once I get a Notice of Exam Eligibility, how long do I have to take the exam? | The Exam Eligibility Period is 180 days. See p19 of RELINC. |
| What is the passing score on the licensing exam? | The passing score on both the 80-item National Section and the 60-item State Section is 75 and is computed separately for each exam section. See pp15-18 of RELINC for details regarding exam format & content. |
| How long is the license exam? | Candidates are allowed up to 4 1/2 hours to take the exam. The exam includes 150 questions, of which 80 are National and 60 are State-based items. The remaining 10 items are unscored, pretest questions. See p81 of RELINC for details. |
| How many times can I take the exam in my 180-day eligibility? | Applicants are not allowed to retake the license exam for at least 10 calendar days following a failed or missed exam. Other than that waiting period, there is no limit to the number of attempts allowed during the 180-day exam eligibility period. Each attempt will require candidate to refile with a new application fee and exam fee. Refer to p28 of RELINC. |
| If I pass the National section but not the State section within the 180-day exam eligibility period, will I have to take the entire exam again? | You must pass both sections within the same 180-day period. If you pass only one section and apply to retest within the same 180-day period, you need only take the portion that you did not pass. However, if you have exceeded the 180 day period, you must submit a new license application to the Commission, including new criminal record report, and take the entire exam (both sections) again. See p28 of RELINC. |
| How can I request a special accommodation to take the exam? | Candidates requesting special accommodations must contact http://pearsonvue.com/ |
| What is the “character review” process? | All applicants must successfully complete the Broker Prelicensing course (unless exempt), submit an application (with appropriate fee and criminal record report), and pass the license exam. At this point, the Commission will evaluate any character issues that were disclosed on the application or background report. Every application is considered individually. If character issues were reported, the application is first evaluated by the License Application Analyst and Executive Director. If necessary, the application may be then referred to the Commission for review at the next monthly Commission meeting. The Commission may make a decision regarding licensure at that meeting or may choose to invite an applicant to the Commission office for a “character conference” the following month. An applicant will be notified in writing of the Commission’s decision. |
| Can I obtain a real estate license if I have a criminal history? | At any point before or during the licensing process, you may order a criminal record report, pay the $45 petition fee, and petition the Commission for a predetermination of whether your criminal history will disqualify you from obtaining a real estate license. See p14 of RELINC. |
| I want to teach the Prelicensing course in North Carolina. What are the qualification requirements and how do I apply? | NCAC 58H .0302 explains the criteria and procedures for Commission approval of Pre/Postlicensing and Update instructors. The “Real Estate Prelicensing, Postlicensing, or Update Instructor Application for original approval (Form REC 3.76)” is available on the Commission’s website under Forms. |
Prelicensing Course Retake
Register today for a retake of the Prelicensing course for $250. Note: This price is only valid for students who have previously taken the course at Carolina School of Real Estate. If you have any questions about eligibility for this price, please call Lane at 336-391-2910 or email: Lyoung@CarolinaSchoolRE.com