6 Steps to Becoming a REALTOR® in New Brunswick
Are you interested in becoming a REALTORⓇ in New Brunswick? Here are the steps you must follow, complete with links to the courses, schedules, and other resources you’ll need to complete the process.
STEP 1: INTRODUCTION TO A CAREER IN REAL ESTATE
Take this pre-requisite online course to help you make an informed decision to pursue a career in real estate.
The course is offered in partnership with NBCC-SJ.
COST: $200 + HST
STEP 2: SALESPERSON PRE-LICENSING EDUCATION COURSE
Self-directed study of materials with mandatory practicum. The practicum is offered monthly in-person in Fredericton.
Attendance at the Practicum must be completed before writing the examination. Both are included in the price.
COST: $2650 + HST
REFUND POLICY:
Should you choose to cancel your registration, you must submit a written request to the Director of Education. Refunds are based on the following schedule:
| 1-10 Calendar days from date of payment | FULL REFUND |
| 11-20 Calendar days from date of payment | 75% of tuition refunded |
| 21-30 calendar days from date of payment | 50% of tuition refunded |
| More than 30 calendar days from date of payment | NO REFUND |
STEP 3: PRACTICUM AND EXAM REGISTRATION
Students have one (1) year from date of registration to complete the course, attend the practicum and write the examination.
To Register: 📞 506-459-8055 | ext 109 📧 adminservices@nbrea.ca
STEP 4: EXAMINATION
Registration includes 2 attempts to pass the examination. The pass mark is 75%. If you fail on first attempt and you are at the 1-year mark, you are given a 30-day extension.
NOTE: Before rewriting the exam a third time, students must re-register for the course at ½ price ($1325 + HST).
If unsuccessful after four (4) attempts, students must wait one (1) year before registering for the course at full price.
STEP 5: BECOMING LICENSED TO TRADE IN REAL ESTATE
Company: Choose the Agent where you will be working.
NBREA: Obtain your membership with the Association
FCNB: Complete your application with the Commission to obtain your license through the Portal.
NBREB: Join the Board to access the MLS® System.
FCNB (the Commission) Licence Information
To apply for a real estate licence, you must complete an application, pay the application fee, and submit a criminal record check for review through the FCNB Portal. More details about licensing requirements can be found on here on FCNB’s website. If you have any questions, feel free to contact FCNB by email at consumer.licensing@fcnb.ca or call them directly at (866) 933-2222.
STEP 6: LICENSE / MEMBERSHIP MAINTENANCE
NBREA requires all members to complete mandatory continuing education each year. Under our Mandatory Continuing Professional Development (MCPD) requirements, members must complete the mandatory course as well as any prescribed electives. Additional courses may apply for Agents or Managers.
