The Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics Training Courses & Requirements
REALTORS® are required to complete ethics training of not less than 2 hours, 30 minutes of instructional time. The training must meet specific learning objectives and criteria established by the National Association of REALTORS®.
Training may be completed through local REALTOR® associations or through another method, such as home study, correspondence, classroom courses, or online courses. Read the consequences for failing to complete Code of Ethics training.
⇒ Current Code of Ethics Training Cycle: Jan. 1, 2022—Dec. 31, 2024
As a member of KBOR, you are also a member of the State and National Associations of REALTORS®. Additional information on ethics issues can be found on their websites:
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Before Taking the Training
Tips for Taking the Course
- Check your Code of Ethics Status.
- Learn what login information you’ll need.
- What the best browsers are to use.
- What to expect once you complete the course.
- Find those answers and other important tips in the links below.
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national Association of REALTORS®: Code of Ethics CourseS
Mandatory ethics training for REALTOR® members was first established by the NAR Board of Directors at the 1999 Annual Convention and it includes the following objectives:
- Heighten awareness of the key tenets of the Code of Ethics
- Appreciation for the role the Code can and should play in professional lives
- Enhances professionalism and competency
- Encourages REALTORS® to view their Code of Ethics as a living, viable guide in their daily dealings with clients, customers, and the public
The current three-year cycle will end December 31, 2024.
There are two new online ethics training options offered by the National Association of REALTORS® to satisfy your training obligation.
- The first, is a CE course that qualifies for continuing education credit.
- The second is a new interactive, customizable, non-CE course.
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NAR CODE OF ETHICS COURSE
Continuing Education Version
- Course offers an estimated 3 credit hours of CE for $29.95
- You must successfully complete the course to earn credit. Unless otherwise noted, the CE hours fulfill elective credit requirements.
- The CE Shop manages the CE credit program.
* Important: After a course is completed, you will receive an email from The CE Shop with the additional steps that need to be taken to receive your CE credit.
NAR CODE OF ETHICS COURSE: Non-CE Version
For Existing Members
For Existing Members (Free!):
- Customizable learning experience
- No final exam, members must pass module quizzes
- Specialized content for residential, commercial, and appraiser practitioners
- View your options for customizing this course
- Not eligible for CE credits
NAR CODE OF ETHICS COURSE: Non-CE Version
For New Members
- New members and individuals with a break in membership over one year are required to take this training
- Members only need their NRDS ID to take this course. Look up your NRDS ID.
- Not eligible for CE credits
