How to Become a Real Estate Agent in QLD

Your step-by-step guide to getting licensed as a QLD real estate agent — and the courses you’ll need to get started.

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What You’ll Learn:

  • Steps to get licensed in QLD
  • How long it takes & what it costs
  • Job and salary insights for new agents
  • Courses you’ll need to enrol in
  • Flexible study & payment options

3 Steps to Become a Real Estate Agent in QLD

01

Getting Started

Take your first step towards a real estate career by learning what’s required to get started, exploring career options, comparing pathways, and understanding course flexibility.

02

Choose Your Course

Decide between the Registration Certificate — your entry point into sales or property management — or the Full Real Estate Agent Licence, which qualifies you to work independently and even run your own agency.

03

Launch Your Career

Start working in residential sales, property management, commercial leasing, or even open your own agency. With ongoing CPD requirements, you can continue to upgrade your skills and progress your career.

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Which QLD Course Is Right for You?

Choose the training that matches your career goals — whether you’re just starting out or ready to run your own agency.

Start Here: Registration Certificate (Entry Level)

Launch your real estate career with our Registration Certificate Course. It’s your first step into the industry, allowing you to work for an established real estate agency and start building hands-on experience.

Next Level: Full Real Estate Agent Licence (Advanced)

Get your Real Estate Agent Licence. This licence lets you do everything a Registration Certificate holder can, plus take the next step to operate independently - perfect for agency owners, principal licensees, and independent contractors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

To work as a salesperson or property manager in QLD, you must complete the Registration Certificate Course and then apply to the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) for your certificate.

The Registration Certificate lets you work for an existing agency under supervision. A Full Real Estate Agent Licence qualifies you to run your own agency, manage trust accounts, and work as an independent contractor.

Registration Certificate: 6 months from when you receive your login (self-paced, many finish earlier).
Full Licence: 12 months from when you receive your login (also self-paced).

No. Both courses are completed through online, open-book assessments in our learner portal, with full trainer support.

Once you’ve completed your course, apply with the Queensland Office of Fair Trading. You’ll need your Statement of Attainment, ID, and a criminal history check. Approval usually takes 4–6 weeks.

Your Real Estate Career Starts Here

At Validum Real Estate Training, we provide personalised support to help you become job ready and confident in your pathway to becoming a skilled real estate agent or property manager.

Not sure where to start? Our trainers can guide you through your options and recommend the right course for your goals.

Call us today: 1800 848 911
Email: admin@validumgroup.com.au
Or simply request your Free Course Guide to get started.

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