Virginia Real Estate Pre-License Course (Salesperson 60 Hours)
MLS Campus offers the 60-hour real estate course Virginia students need to become a licensed Virginia real estate salesperson — a 100% online, DPOR-approved pre-license program.
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Proven Success: Flexibility & Convenience students can learn anytime, anywhere.
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Career-Ready Curriculum: Courses are regularly updated with current laws, regulations, and market trends.
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Interactive Learning: Quizzes, video lessons, case studies, and virtual simulations make learning engaging and effective.
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Expert Guidance: Learn from licensed, experienced real estate professionals who understand the local and national market.
Starting at $115
DPOR-Approved
60-Hour DPOR-Approved Course
The complete 60-hour Virginia pre-license course — fully approved by the DPOR, self-paced, and designed to get you to exam day confident.
Detailed Progress Tracking
Monitor your journey with real-time progress reports and quiz scores. You'll always know exactly where you stand — and what it takes to get to the finish line.
Interactive Lessons, Any Device
Video content, interactive lessons, and quizzes available 24/7. Your progress syncs seamlessly across your phone, tablet, and computer — so you never lose your place.
Audio Lessons Included
Every course includes audio lessons so you can keep learning on the go — on your commute, at home, or anywhere your schedule takes you.
Virginia Real Estate Pre-License Course (Salesperson 60 Hours)
Budget-conscious learners who want to complete required coursework independently
- 6 Months Unlimited Access
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Maximum Exam Confidence, Deeper Understanding & Exam Focus
- 6 Months Unlimited Access
- Risk Free- 30 day money back guarantee
Career-focused learners who want complete preparation, coaching, and long-term Virginia real estate success
- 1 Year Unlimited Access
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The Virginia real estate market offers many opportunities for budding real estate professionals. However, before you can embark on a successful career in this field, you must complete the required education and training. Enrolling in a Virginia real estate license course is one of the most essential steps in your journey to starting a new career. Specifically, the 60-hour salesperson course is a prerequisite for anyone seeking to get licensed in the state. MLS Campus is proud to provide you with a state-approved Virginia real estate license course (License # 0214029456) that equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of real estate transactions, understand Virginia real estate laws, and meet clients’ expectations.
What is the Virginia Real Estate License Course?
The Virginia real estate license course is a state-mandated educational program all prospective real estate salespersons must complete to become licensed. This 60-hour real estate course is designed to cover all aspects of real estate practice in Virginia, ensuring that students thoroughly understand the industry. Topics covered include real estate principles, property ownership, contracts, financing, agency relationships, Virginia real estate laws, and ethical practices.
Upon completing your 60 hour real estate course online, you will be eligible for the Virginia real estate salesperson licensing exam. Passing this exam is the final step toward obtaining your real estate license and beginning your new career as a licensed real estate salesperson in Virginia.
If you need more information on how to get licensed, exam procedures and license fees, please follow the link to our in-depth guide on How to Get Your License in Virginia.
You can also find helpful information and apply for your license through the (Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation) DPOR website.
What Does the Virginia 60-Hour Salesperson Course Cover?
The Virginia real estate license course is comprehensive, covering many crucial topics for any real estate professional. The 60-hour course is a single Virginia Real Estate Board-approved Principles of Real Estate course. The state licensing examination that follows it has two parts, a Virginia state portion and a national portion, both administered by PSI. The course covers several key topics, each focusing on a different aspect of real estate practice. These topics include:
Key Facts at a Glance
| Hours required | 60 hours: one DPOR-approved Principles of Real Estate course |
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| Who it is for | Anyone seeking a Virginia real estate salesperson license. You must be at least 18 and hold a high school diploma or equivalent (18VAC135-20-30) |
| What comes next | Pass the course final exam, then both the State and National portions of the salesperson examination, administered by PSI. Apply within 12 months of passing |
| Format | 100% online and self-paced, with read, listen and watch options and free practice exams |
| Provider | MLS Campus: DPOR-approved Virginia real estate school, license number 0211001323 |
| Course module | What it covers |
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| Real Estate Principles and Practices | Property rights, land use and types of ownership; the real estate market, property valuation, and the economic factors that drive prices |
| Virginia Real Estate Law | Virginia-specific law including the Residential Property Disclosure Act, fair housing, landlord-tenant law, contracts and agency relationships |
| Real Estate Finance | Types of mortgage, the loan process, and the financial mechanics of a real estate transaction |
| Virginia Real Estate Contracts | Contract types used in Virginia practice, the elements of a valid contract, and how to draft and interpret them |
| Ethics and Professional Conduct | The ethical obligations of a licensee, the NAR Code of Ethics, and Virginia’s own ethical requirements |
| Practical Application | Case studies and applied scenarios, plus practice testing to prepare you for the PSI examination |
| Total | One Virginia Real Estate Board-approved Principles of Real Estate course — 60 hours |
Module breakdown reflects how MLS Campus organizes the course. The Virginia Real Estate Board approves the 60-hour Principles of Real Estate course as a whole and does not publish a required section list or per-topic hours.
Real Estate Principles and Practices:
Your 60-hour real estate course covers the fundamentals of real estate, including property rights, land use, and the various types of property ownership. It also introduces you to crucial concepts like the real estate market, property valuation, and the economic factors influencing real estate prices.
Virginia Real Estate Law:
Understanding the legal aspects of real estate is crucial for any agent. Your 60-hour real estate course delves into Virginia-specific real estate laws, including the Virginia Residential Property Disclosure Act, Fair Housing laws, and landlord-tenant laws. It also covers the legal aspects of real estate contracts and agency relationships.
Real Estate Finance:
You will also learn about the different types of mortgages, the loan process, and the financial aspects of real estate transactions. Understanding finance is essential to successfully guide your clients through buying or selling property.
Virginia Real Estate Contracts:
Contracts are central to real estate transactions. This 60-hour real estate course teaches students about the various types of contracts used in real estate, the elements of a valid contract, and how to draft and interpret real estate contracts.
Ethics and Professional Conduct:
Once you begin your career as a licensed real estate professional, you will be held to high ethical standards. Our online real estate course for Virginia covers the ethical obligations expected of real estate agents, including the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Code of Ethics and Virginia’s specific ethical requirements.
Practical Application:
During your time in the Virginia real estate license course, you will benefit from various learning methods and tests. Our online course includes case studies and practical applications to help you retain the knowledge needed to pass your exam. You will learn how to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios, preparing you for the challenges you will face as a licensed real estate salesperson.
Which 60-Hour Course Package Is Right for You?
MLS Campus has over 20 years of experience providing online real estate licensing courses. We understand that students learn best from a variety of educational methods. We aim to offer a wide range of features within our 60-hour real estate course so that you can choose the best package that meets your preferred learning method.
Our basic package includes all you need to meet the state requirements and receive your 60 hour real estate course certificate once successfully completed. However, if you prefer to listen to your course, you have the option to add audio. We also provide exam preparation so that you can properly prepare to pass your exam and receive your real estate certification for Virginia.
If you need help choosing the right package, please get in touch with our friendly support team for more information.
*Please note that the audio course is an additional study option. You must complete your reading assignments, tests and exams to receive your certificate.
How Do the Free Practice Exams Prepare You for the Course Exam?
As part of all our online Virginia real estate license course packages, MLS Campus offers free online practice exams that you can take as many times as you wish until you feel adequately prepared before taking your final course exam. Furthermore, these free Virginia real estate practice exams are designed to help you prepare for your state licensing exams. We also offer additional exam preparation and math cram courses if you feel you need extra practice.
Preparing For Your Final VA Real Estate Course Exam
You will be ready to take your free Virginia real estate practice exam and end-of-course exam once you have completed your course. Final course exams must be proctored. You will find additional proctoring and examination process information by following the link to our Virginia exam preparation page.
* Virginia 60 Salesperson final exam contains 100 questions, worth one point each. You must achieve a grade of 75 points to pass.
What Support Do You Get From Our Instructors?
MLS Campus Real Estate School has over 20 years of experience providing online real estate license courses. You are not alone in your journey to obtaining your real estate license. Our school offers experienced instructors to support you along the way. You can contact our instructors by phone or email. If you need assistance with your course, please get in touch.
What Are the Virginia Salesperson License Requirements?
To be licensed as a real estate salesperson in Virginia you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age (18VAC135-20-30)
- Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent
- Complete a 60-hour Principles of Real Estate course approved by the Virginia Real Estate Board
- Achieve a passing grade in the course before you sit the licensing examination
- Pass both the State and National portions of the salesperson examination, administered by PSI
- Be fingerprinted, and disclose any felony convictions and certain misdemeanors when you apply
- Submit your license application within 12 months of passing the examination
Virginia 60-Hour Salesperson Course – Frequently Asked Questions
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DPOR: Contact Information (Licensing Section)
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If you decide you’re not 100% satisfied within the First 30 Days of your initial purchase, simply contact us by email and request a cancellation and full refund. You will receive a full refund of your purchase price. If the final exam has been taken, a refund can not be issued. The Real Estate Exam Prep Master and the Exam Prep Math, if purchased separately are not refundable.
Course Duration
How long your course stays active depends on the package you choose — the access period for each package is shown in the comparison table above. On six-month packages we add a 7th month free if you need it, and you can purchase further one-month extensions online, up to a total of one year.
Customer Support
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