Real Estate Program
The Real Estate certificate program is offered at the Columbus State Main Campus and is available at some Regional Learning Centers. The program consists of four courses that qualify students to take the state of Ohio Real Estate exam. Completion of all requirements can lead to careers as Real Estate Agents, Investors, Brokers, Real Estate Admins, Property Management, or related positions in Real Estate.
You can continue your education by obtaining an Associate of Applied Science degree in Real Estate or just take classes for personal use or knowledge.
For more information please see Plans of Study.
How to Become a Licensed Real Estate Agent:
- Complete and pass the four pre-licensing courses required by the state of Ohio by
enrolling at Columbus State. The required classes are:
Course Code Course Title Credits / Hours REAL1011 Real Estate Principles and Practice (3 credit hours, 40 classroom hours) REAL1012 Real Estate Law (3 credit hours, 40 classroom hours) REAL1013 Real Estate Finance (2 credit hours, 20 classroom hours) REAL1014 Real Estate Appraisal (2 credit hours, 20 classroom hours) - These courses are offered each semester at various times including morning, afternoon, evening and online.
- You may take all four courses within one semester or spread them out over several terms.
- 8-week term classes may be available (see schedule)
- You may take the classes in any combination that fits your needs.
- Find a Real Estate Broker to sponsor you for the state-licensing exam.
- Apply to the state to take your licensing exam.
- Pass the test and begin your new career!
Real Estate Associate Degree (Associate of Applied Science)
Designed for those who are pursuing a career in Real Estate. This course of study fulfills Sales Agent and Broker educational requirements and provides classes for life-long learning.
Real Estate Program
Columbus Campus Coordinator
Jaqueline Lovelace
jlovelace5@cscc.edu