Key Takeaways
- Oklahoma real estate licenses are valid for 3 years
- Effective June 1, 2025, licensees must complete 30 hours of continuing education (CE) for renewal (increased from 21 hours)
- Provisional sales associates must complete 45 hours of post-license education within their first year
- Post-license education elevates provisional status to full sales associate status
- Late renewal incurs additional fees; licenses expired over time may require re-examination
License Maintenance and Renewal
Oklahoma real estate licenses require ongoing maintenance through continuing education and timely renewal.
License Terms and Fees
| Item | Amount/Duration |
|---|---|
| License term | 3 years |
| Renewal period | Before license expiration date |
| Renewal fee | Varies by license type |
| Late renewal penalty | Additional fees apply |
Continuing Education Requirements (Effective June 1, 2025)
Sales Associate CE (30 hours per renewal cycle)
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Required courses (varies by cycle) | As specified by OREC |
| OREC-approved electives | Remaining hours |
| Total | 30 hours |
Note: Prior to June 1, 2025, the CE requirement was 21 hours. The increased requirement of 30 hours applies to renewals after June 1, 2025.
Broker CE (30 hours per renewal cycle)
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Broker supervision/management topics | As specified |
| OREC-approved electives | Remaining hours |
| Total | 30 hours |
Post-License Education
Provisional sales associates must complete 45 hours of post-license education within their first year of licensure:
| Requirement | Hours | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Post-license education (Part II) | 45 hours | Within 1 year of initial license |
Important: Failure to complete post-license education by the one-year deadline will result in license expiration. Provisional status converts to full sales associate status upon completion.
Provisional vs. Full Sales Associate
| Status | Requirements | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Provisional Sales Associate | Initial 90 hours + passed exam | License expires in 1 year if post-license not completed |
| Sales Associate | Completed 45-hour post-license | Full 3-year license term |
Renewal Process
- Complete CE before license expiration
- Log into OREC online portal
- Submit renewal application
- Pay renewal fee
- Receive renewed license
Tip: OREC sends renewal notices before expiration. Set reminders to complete CE early.
Late Renewal and Expired Licenses
Late Renewal
If your license expires but you renew within the grace period:
| Time After Expiration | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Within grace period | Pay renewal + late fee, complete CE |
| Beyond grace period | May need additional requirements |
Warning: You cannot practice while your license is expired.
Expired Licenses
If your license has been expired for an extended period:
- May need to retake the licensing exam
- May need to complete additional education
- Apply as a new applicant
License Status Types
| Status | Meaning | Can Practice? |
|---|---|---|
| Active | Current, affiliated with broker | Yes |
| Inactive | Not affiliated with broker | No |
| Provisional | First-year sales associate | Yes (with limitations) |
| Expired | Not renewed | No |
| Suspended | OREC disciplinary action | No |
| Revoked | License permanently cancelled | No |
Inactive Status
A sales associate's license becomes inactive when:
- Not affiliated with a broker
- Voluntarily placed on inactive status
- Sponsoring broker terminates association
To reactivate, the sales associate must affiliate with a broker and complete any outstanding education requirements.
Address and Status Changes
Licensees must notify OREC within 10 days of:
- Change of business address
- Change of mailing address
- Change of legal name
- Change of sponsoring broker (sales associates)
Changes are made through the OREC online portal.
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