Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact the education department at AREA?
How long is the pre-licensing program for real estate associates?
For Online Delivery:
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Phase 1 – As of September 16th, the Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) has replaced the former "Phase 1: Introduction to a Career in Real Estate" course with an information session on becoming a real estate associate in Alberta. Please click here for more information and to register.
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Phase 2 – Fundamentals of Real Estate includes the completion of 4 assignments, the online interactive video called Environmental Issues and the final exam. It is recommended that this phase be completed within 6 months of your registration date. Phase 2 must be completed before moving on to Phase 3.
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Phase 3 – Areas of Practice contains 3 sections; Residential, Commercial and Rural. Each section has assignments and a final exam and can be completed in any order. It is recommended that this phase be completed within 12 months of the registration date in your first phase 3 course.
For Classroom Delivery:
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Phase 2 is approximately four weeks long, including one week for writing the exam.
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Phase 3 is approximately six weeks long, including several days for writing exams.
NOTE: You must complete Phase 2 and Phase 3 within 18 months of your Phase 2 registration date.
What if I don’t have a credit card for paying online?
We still require you to register online through our registration system however we will accept payment by bank draft, money order or cheque. Your registration will be completed upon receipt of your payment.
What if I didn't finish high school in Alberta?
Click here to learn about the program prerequisites and equivalencies.
What are the deadlines for registering for the pre-licensing program for real estate associates?
All forms and accompanying documentation (transcripts, ID, etc.) must be received by AREA no later than two days before the desired start date. Official transcripts must be sent directly from the educational institution. AREA cannot accept transcripts that are hand-delivered or mailed by learners.
I registered and paid for the online course. Why can I not access it?
The AREA office will complete your registration the next business day and will mail any course materials at that time. If the course has an online component you will receive an email from
registration@areahub.ca noting your AREA ID and password.
I’m taking the pre-licensing program to become a real estate associate and I forgot my AREA ID. What should I do?
Retrieve your AREA ID
here .
Does each section in Phase 3 of the pre-licensing program for real estate associates have a final exam or will there be one final exam?
Each section is followed by a final exam.
Who do I contact to arrange my exam?
Contact your local
exam centre.
What happens if I fail my exam?
You are given two opportunities to write and pass an AREA exam. A passing mark of 70% is required. If you write your first exam and fail, you will receive a Permission to Re-Write by e-mail the next business day.
What happens if I fail both of my exams?
You are required to retake the course which you can do either online or in the classroom. If you choose the online option you will receive a reduction in the course fee issued after payment is received.
Can I receive a receipt for income tax purposes for the online and distance delivery courses I’ve taken through AREA?
As of January 1, 2011, AREA is certified as an accredited education institution. Upon a student’s request AREA will issue a tuition certificate for Income Tax purposes within two business days of the request. The online form to request your Tuition Certificate can be found
here. Certificates are only issued for the REAP online and Brokers Program distance delivery options. Professional development courses are not eligible.
How do I apply for my real estate licence?
Can a REALTOR® from another province work in Alberta?
The Real Estate Council of Alberta has
agreements with a number of Canadian provinces and some U.S. locations. If an agreement is in place with your current location, you may be exempt from some educational requirements. Click on the link for more information.
After completing the pre-licensing program, how long do I have to get my real estate associate’s licence?
You must apply for your real estate licence within one year of completing the program. Visit
www.reca.ca for information on licensing requirements.