Ohio Real Estate CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Real Estate license in Ohio you need to satisfy the Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 30 hours per 3-year cycle. Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Ohio requires for Real Estate renewal
| CE hours required | 30 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 36 months |
| Governing body | Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing |
Active salespersons must complete 30 hours of continuing education each three-year cycle, including 9 hours of required core courses: 3 hours Civil Rights/fair housing, 3 hours Core Law, and 3 hours of the Ohio Canons of Ethics; the remaining 21 hours are electives. Separately, newly licensed salespersons must complete a one-time 20-hour post-licensing education course within 12 months of initial licensure (covering topics such as contract law, fiduciary duty, property management, commercial practice, short sales, and land contracts) — this post-licensing requirement is distinct from the ongoing 30-hour triennial CE. No more than 8 CE hours may be credited in a single calendar day, and proof of completion must be retained for six years for audit.
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Ohio Real Estate CE course providers
- The CE Shop
State-approved real estate CE packages built around each state's required topics.
- Kaplan Real Estate Education
CE courses, exam prep, and required law/ethics updates across most states.
- McKissock Learning
Large real estate CE library with state-specific renewal packages.
- Colibri Real Estate
Online CE and post-licensing education accepted in many states.
Ohio Real Estate CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Real Estate license in Ohio?
Ohio requires about 30 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. Active salespersons must complete 30 hours of continuing education each three-year cycle, including 9 hours of required core courses: 3 hours Civil Rights/fair housing, 3 hours Core Law, and 3 hours of the Ohio Canons of Ethics; the remaining 21 hours are electives. Separately, newly licensed salespersons must complete a one-time 20-hour post-licensing education course within 12 months of initial licensure (covering topics such as contract law, fiduciary duty, property management, commercial practice, short sales, and land contracts) — this post-licensing requirement is distinct from the ongoing 30-hour triennial CE. No more than 8 CE hours may be credited in a single calendar day, and proof of completion must be retained for six years for audit.
Do online Real Estate CE courses count in Ohio?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Ohio Real Estate CE?
Ohio generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
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