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Certificate of Registration

Your first step into a NSW real estate career. A Certificate of Registration lets you work as an assistant agent under a licensee's supervision.

$350course fee
New assistant agent meeting their supervising licensee

What you'll cover

Legislation & ethics

The rules that govern how agents operate in NSW, and why they matter day to day.

Sales & leasing basics

The fundamentals of assisting with sales, leasing and property management transactions.

Trust accounts & compliance

An introduction to the compliance obligations every agent needs to understand.

Nationally recognised training. As part of enrolment you'll complete a short language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) check and provide your AVETMISS enrolment details, this is a one-off step.

Frequently asked questions

What does a Certificate of Registration let me do?

It lets you work as an assistant agent under a licensed agent's supervision, assisting with sales, leasing and property management.

Do I need prior experience to enrol?

No, this is the entry-level qualification and is open to anyone starting out.

How long does it take to complete?

The course is self-paced and fully online, work through it at a speed that suits you.

How long is a Certificate of Registration valid for?

It's issued for a four-year term and is not renewable. You're expected to progress to a Class 2 licence within that time.

What happens after I finish the course?

You'll apply directly to NSW Fair Trading for your Certificate of Registration.

Ready to enrol?

$350course fee
Enrol in the Certificate of Registration