Key Takeaways
- Connecticut salesperson applicants must be at least 18 years old
- Pre-license education requirement is 60 hours of approved coursework
- The exam is administered by PSI with online testing available since May 2025
- Passing score is 70% on each portion (national and state)
- Total exam time is 3 hours
Connecticut License Requirements
Connecticut has specific requirements for salesperson and broker licenses. Understanding these requirements is essential for the state exam.
Salesperson License Requirements
1. Age and Legal Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Pass a background check
2. Education Requirements
Complete 60 hours of pre-license education from an approved provider:
| Course Content | Hours |
|---|---|
| Principles and Practices of Real Estate | 60 hours total |
| Topics include: Connecticut license law, contracts, agency, financing, property ownership |
3. Examination
| Detail | Salesperson Exam |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 110 multiple-choice |
| National Portion | 80 questions |
| State Portion | 30 questions |
| Time Limit | 4 hours total |
| Passing Score | 70% on each portion |
| Exam Provider | PSI |
| Remote Testing | Available since May 2025 |
| Exam Fee | Approximately $88 |
4. Background Check
All applicants must submit to a criminal background check:
- FBI and state criminal history review
- Commission reviews results for suitability
- Certain convictions may affect licensure
Convictions that may affect licensure:
- Felonies involving fraud or dishonesty
- Crimes related to real estate activities
- Recent criminal activity
Broker License Requirements
To become a Connecticut real estate broker, you must meet additional requirements:
Experience Requirement
Two years of active experience as a licensed salesperson within the preceding 5 years.
Education Requirements
Complete additional broker-level education:
| Requirement | Hours |
|---|---|
| Original salesperson education | 60 hours |
| Additional broker courses | 60 hours |
| Total | 120 hours |
Broker Examination
| Detail | Broker Exam |
|---|---|
| Exam Provider | PSI |
| Time Limit | 3 hours |
| Passing Score | 70% on each portion |
License Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $105 |
| Exam fee | $88 |
| License fee | Included in application |
| Background check | Varies |
Application Process
- Complete education at approved school
- Submit application through eLicense portal
- Pay application fee ($105)
- Complete background check
- Receive examination eligibility
- Schedule and pass exam at PSI testing center or online
- Find sponsoring broker (salespersons must affiliate with broker)
- Activate license through sponsoring broker
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