I am a graduate of e-PRO® (completed the course prior to November 1, 2010). Does anything change for me?
As long as you are a current member of NAR, you can continue to use the e-PRO® certification no matter when you earned it. You will be included in the new e-PRO® online referral network. As the new program rolls out, you will be provided with a new e-PRO® logo and marketing materials available for use as you reprint your business cards, update your website, etc.
I am interested in signing up for e-PRO®, when can I do this?
As you’ve heard, e-PRO is going under construction as we work to reveal a whole new experience and platform.
One big difference is the delivery format which will provide students options; instead of only one comprehensive online course, e-PRO® will now be available in 2 parts (Day 1 and Day 2). Day 1 will now be available in a live classroom setting or online. Day 2 will be provided online only.
Day 1- CLASSROOM will be available beginning November 2010. The first scheduled course will be on November 4th at NAR’s 2010 REALTORS® Conference & Expo in New Orleans. To learn more or to sign up for this class, you may e-mail ePro@realtors.org.
Day 1- ONLINE and Day 2- ONLINE ONLY are expected to be available January 2011.
More information about the new course will be available at (and after) the November 4th at NAR’s 2010 REALTORS® Conference & Expo in New Orleans. For more information, contact epro@realtors.org
What are the requirements to earn the new e-PRO® certification?
The only requirements are completion of Day 1 (either classroom or online) followed by completion of Day 2 (online only). Day 1 is required before Day 2. Once you have successfully completed both courses, you will automatically be awarded the e-PRO certification. You must also be a member in good standing with NAR or NAR cooperating international association.
Will annual dues be required to maintain the certification?
As long as you are a current member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), you may use the e-PRO® certification with no annual recertification fees.
Is CE available for the new e-PRO® Program?
For classroom Day 1, please contact your local course provider where you are taking the course to see if they secured CE. For online Day 1 and 2, CE is not yet available but we are working on obtaining approvals in numerous states.
What are the benefits of earning the e-PRO® certification?
- Usage of e-PRO® logo and name
- Differentiation at Realtor.org and the White Pages at Realtor.com
- Customizable marketing materials
- Online referral network
- Free webinars
- Downloadable Certificate
- Lapel Pin available for purchase through REALTOR Team Store®
Does completion of the e-PRO® certification count towards other NAR designations/certifications?
- Elective credit for the ABR, CIPS and CRS designations
- Elective credit for the RSPS certification
Where can I find more information or contact e-PRO staff?
Email: epro@realtors.org