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With self-paced learning, earn credits on your time and fit classes seamlessly into your busy schedule.
Human Resource Management – Self Paced
Explore job analysis, hiring, training, appraisal, and compensation.
Financial Management – Self Paced
Explore financial analysis, planning, capital management, and leverage.
Business Economics – Self Paced
Understand the U.S. economic system and its key driving forces.
Business Law – Self-Paced
Explore legal aspects of business through case studies.
10 – Hour Broker Post Licensing
The state of Ohio requires new brokers to take 10 hours of post-licensing in their first year.
Broker Foundations
This course prepares experienced real estate agents for the Ohio Real Estate Broker Licensing Exam, reviewing key pre-licensure concepts covered on the test.
Broker Review Crammer and Text
This 2-day review includes two simulated real estate exams (national and state-specific) and an instructor-led review of key concepts, plus essential test-taking tips.*
Broker CompuCram – State & National
This online exam prep tool helps you practice and prepare for the national and Ohio real estate broker exam at your convenience.
Broker Career Start Package
$3699
$3499
$200 off with code: SAVEBIG
- Or -
Human Resource Management – Self Paced
Explore job analysis, hiring, training, appraisal, and compensation.
Financial Management – Self Paced
Explore financial analysis, planning, capital management, and leverage.
Business Economics – Self Paced
Understand the U.S. economic system and its key driving forces.
Business Law – Self-Paced
Explore legal aspects of business through case studies.
Broker Foundations
This course prepares experienced real estate agents for the Ohio Real Estate Broker Licensing Exam, reviewing key pre-licensure concepts covered on the test.
10- Hour Broker Post Licensing
The state of Ohio requires new brokers to take 10 hours of post-licensing in their first year.
Broker Review Crammer and Text
This 2-day review includes two simulated real estate exams (national and state-specific) and an instructor-led review of key concepts, plus essential test-taking tips.*
Broker CompuCram – State & National
This online exam prep tool helps you practice and prepare for the national and Ohio real estate broker exam at your convenience.
New – Broker Fast Start Package
$2799
$2599
$200 off with code: SAVEBIG
- Or -
Human Resource Management – Self Paced
Explore job analysis, hiring, training, appraisal, and compensation.
Financial Management – Self Paced
Explore financial analysis, planning, capital management, and leverage.
Business Economics – Self Paced
Understand the U.S. economic system and its key driving forces.
Business Law – Self-Paced
Explore legal aspects of business through case studies.
10 – Hour Broker Post Licensing
The state of Ohio requires new brokers to take 10 hours of post-licensing in their first year.
Broker Foundations
This course prepares experienced real estate agents for the Ohio Real Estate Broker Licensing Exam, reviewing key pre-licensure concepts covered on the test.
Broker Review Crammer and Text
This 2-day review includes two simulated real estate exams (national and state-specific) and an instructor-led review of key concepts, plus essential test-taking tips.*
Broker CompuCram – State & National
This online exam prep tool helps you practice and prepare for the national and Ohio real estate broker exam at your convenience.
Broker Exam Prep Package
$849
$749
$100 off with code: SAVEBIG
- Or -
Human Resource Management – Self Paced
Explore job analysis, hiring, training, appraisal, and compensation.
Financial Management – Self Paced
Explore financial analysis, planning, capital management, and leverage.
Business Economics – Self Paced
Understand the U.S. economic system and its key driving forces.
Business Law – Self-Paced
Explore legal aspects of business through case studies.
10- Hour Broker Post Licensing
The state of Ohio requires new brokers to take 10 hours of post-licensing in their first year.
Broker Foundations
This course prepares experienced real estate agents for the Ohio Real Estate Broker Licensing Exam, reviewing key pre-licensure concepts covered on the test.
Broker Review Crammer and Text
This 2-day review includes two simulated real estate exams (national and state-specific) and an instructor-led review of key concepts, plus essential test-taking tips.*
Broker CompuCram – State & National
This online exam prep tool helps you practice and prepare for the national and Ohio real estate broker exam at your convenience.
*Discount applies to textbooks and course materials only
*Promotional or other discounts offered by Hondros are not available for the Quick Start Online Bundle
Looking for individual courses? Click here to view our individual broker course options.
Advance your real estate career by becoming a licensed real estate broker in Ohio. If you would prefer to purchase all your courses in a package, please visit our Real Estate Broker Packages page.
Business Law for Real Estate Brokers
Unlock the essential knowledge you need to navigate the world of business with confidence! Our Business Law course offers a comprehensive overview of the legal system as it applies to business entities and operations. Dive into fascinating real-world case studies and gain practical insights into contract law, business organizations, and governmental relations. Whether you’re preparing for your broker’s license or looking to enhance your business expertise, this course will equip you with the knowledge to make more informed, legally sound decisions throughout your business journey.
Textbook Included Digitally
$729
Business Economics for Real Estate Brokers
Discover the fundamentals of the U.S. economic system and how it impacts businesses every day! Our Business Economics course offers a clear and practical introduction to key economic concepts, including the market economy, interest rates, macroeconomics, industry finance, and secondary markets. Gain valuable insights into the driving forces shaping our economy and learn how they influence business decisions. Whether you’re preparing for your broker’s license or looking to expand your economic expertise, this course provides essential knowledge to help you stay ahead.
Textbook Included Digitally
$729
Financial Management for Real Estate Brokers
Build a strong foundation in financial management with our Financial Management course—your essential guide to mastering the financial principles that drive business success! Explore crucial topics like financial statement analysis, ratio analysis, financial planning, working capital management, financial leverage, and capital budgeting. Whether you’re preparing for your broker’s license or looking to expand your financial expertise, this course provides practical insights and tools to help you make well-informed financial decisions with confidence.
Textbook Included Digitally
$729
Human Resource Management for Real Estate Brokers
Unlock the keys to effective people management with our Human Resources Management course! Dive into essential topics like job analysis, recruitment and hiring, training, performance appraisal, and compensation. Plus, explore critical areas such as ethics, benefits programs, and policy development to ensure a well-rounded understanding of HR functions. Whether you’re preparing for your broker’s license or enhancing your HR expertise, this course provides valuable insights to help you excel in managing and supporting your team.
Textbook Included Digitally
$729
Real Estate Broker Student FAQs
No, Ohio no longer requires 90 college credit hours for a broker’s license.
Broker candidates must complete four 30-hour courses:
- Financial Management
- Business Law
- Human Resource Management
- Business Economics
In addition, they must complete 20 hours of Finance and 20 hours of Appraisal to apply.
If a student has taken the 20-hour versions of Finance and Appraisal, no additional hours are needed for broker licensure.
If a student has taken the 10-hour versions, they must complete an additional 10 hours each in Finance and Appraisal before applying for a broker’s license.
The additional 10 hour versions of Finance and Appraisal courses for brokers will be available in 2027. Anyone who applies for a broker’s license prior to 2027 will have taken the 20 hour versions of the course. Agent must be licensed for 2 years before applying for a broker’s license.
Most broker applicants will not be affected until 2027, since most current students have taken the 20-hour courses.
- Each course is 30 clock hours
- 6 months to complete from date of purchase
- Available online and self-paced
- Start anytime
- Certificate of completion emailed within 1 hour of finishing each course
Yes. Submit any documentation that proves completion of the required courses.
No. The four 30-hour broker courses are not exam preparation courses.
Yes. Broker Foundations and Broker Review can be taken at any time.
On or after April 9, 2025.
How to Get Your Real Estate Broker License in Ohio
Ohio State Required Broker Pre-Licensing Hours: 120 hours
Hondros College Ohio Course Hours Offered: 120 hours in one of the Hondros Broker Packages
Step 1: Meet the Ohio Broker License Requirements
- Hold an active Ohio salesperson license for two (2) of the last five (5) years.
- Complete 20 Real Estate Transactions as described in the Broker License Requirements.
- Must not have been convicted of a felony or a crime of moral turpitude. Not have violated any civil rights laws regarding real estate within the past two years as determined by a court of law or violated any rules of the Ohio Division of Real Estate. In some circumstances, it is possible to have a conviction or violation disregarded, which would allow you to sit for the exam. The Division may only make a determination with respect to a conviction or violation if you file an application. For additional information on this process, contact the Division directly or review the additional information found on the Division’s website.
Step 2: Complete the approved 120 hours of pre-licensing education at Hondros College.
Step 3: Prepare and study for the broker exam with the Hondros College Broker Exam Prep Package.
Step 4: Submit your Broker Examination Application & pay the application fee.
Step 5: Complete your fingerprint-based background check at Hondros College or any Fast Fingerprints location statewide.
Please Note: The Ohio Division of Real Estate requires real estate applicants to have their fingerprints processed for background checks within ten days after filing their application. If you have completed a background check prior to submitting your application, please call the ODRE at 614-466-4100 to review your status.
Step 6: Schedule your State License Exam & pass with 75% or higher.
To see full licensing requirements CLICK HERE.
