Key Takeaways
- Initial Nevada real estate licenses are valid for 1 year from the date of issuance
- First-time licensees must complete 30 hours of post-license education within the first year (live classroom)
- Subsequent renewals are for 2 years and require 36 hours of continuing education
- At least 18 of the 36 CE hours must be taken through live instruction
- Late renewal incurs additional fees and continuing to practice is prohibited
License Maintenance and Renewal
Nevada real estate licenses require ongoing maintenance through continuing education and timely renewal.
License Terms
| License Type | Initial Term | Subsequent Terms |
|---|---|---|
| Salesperson | 1 year | 2 years |
| Broker | 1 year | 2 years |
Important: Initial licenses are valid for 1 year from the date of issuance. Subsequent renewals are for 2 years.
First-Year Post-License Education
New salespersons must complete 30 hours of post-license education within their first year:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Hours required | 30 hours |
| Format | LIVE classroom instruction required |
| Content | Modules A-O mandated by NRED |
| Deadline | Within 12 months of licensure |
Exemptions from Post-License Requirement
Post-license education is NOT required if you:
- Hold a real estate license from another state when obtaining Nevada license
- Held a Nevada real estate license within the previous 5 years
- Qualified for licensure with 2 years of equivalent work experience
Subsequent Renewal Continuing Education
For renewals after the first year, 36 hours of CE are required:
Salesperson CE (36 hours per 2-year cycle)
| Course Category | Hours |
|---|---|
| Agency | 3 hours |
| Contracts | 6 hours |
| Ethics | 3 hours |
| Law & Legislation | 3 hours |
| Risk Reduction | 3 hours |
| General Electives | 18 hours |
| Total | 36 hours |
Critical: At least 18 hours must be taken through live instruction (classroom or live webinar).
Broker CE (36 hours per 2-year cycle)
| Course Category | Hours |
|---|---|
| Agency | 3 hours |
| Contracts | 6 hours |
| Ethics | 3 hours |
| Law & Legislation | 3 hours |
| Risk Reduction | 3 hours |
| Broker Management | 6 hours |
| General Electives | 12 hours |
| Total | 36 hours |
Senior Licensee Exemption
Licensees who are 65 years or older AND have been licensed in Nevada in good standing for 30 years or more may apply for a reduced CE requirement:
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Agency | 3 hours |
| Law & Legislation | 3 hours |
| Contracts | 3 hours |
| Ethics | 3 hours |
| Total | 12 hours |
Renewal Process
- Complete required CE before license expiration
- Submit course evaluation form (#612b) for each course
- Log into NRED online portal
- Submit renewal application
- Pay renewal fee
- Receive renewed license
Late Renewal and Expired Licenses
Late Renewal
If your license expires but you renew late:
| Status | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Expired less than 1 year | Pay renewal fee + late fee, complete CE |
| Expired more than 1 year | May need to retake exam |
Warning: You cannot practice while your license is expired. Doing so is a violation of NRS 645.
License Status Types
| Status | Meaning | Can Practice? |
|---|---|---|
| Active | Current, affiliated with broker | Yes |
| Inactive | Not affiliated with broker | No |
| Expired | Not renewed | No |
| Suspended | NRED disciplinary action | No |
| Revoked | License permanently cancelled | No |
Address and Status Changes
Licensees must notify NRED within 10 days of:
- Change of business address
- Change of mailing address
- Change of legal name
- Change of sponsoring broker (salespersons)
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