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Alabama Real Estate Post-License Requirements

Alabama does not have a separate post-license course requirement. New licensees must complete their first 15-hour annual CE renewal within their first license year.

15 hours required

Updated October 19, 2026 · Official source: Alabama Real Estate Commission

Alabama post-license requirements at a glance

Hours
30-hour salesperson post-license course
Active licensees
Complete it within the first 6 months of licensure
Inactive licensees
Complete it within the first year
Original license
Your original (permanent) license is issued after the course
CE credit
Satisfies the 15 hours of CE for your first renewal
Brokers
No post-license requirement

Source: AREC: Course Requirements · AREC: Become a Licensed Real Estate Professional

Compare Alabama Post-License Courses

Post-License Course (30 Hrs)

$179

30 Hours

30-hour Alabama post-license course from Colibri Real Estate.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Real Estate Principles (30 hrs)
  • Alabama Real Estate Law (15 hrs)
  • Contracts & Finance (15 hrs)

Alabama 15-Hour CE: First Renewal

$89

60 Hours

Kaplan's AREC-approved CE package is ideal for new Alabama licensees completing their first annual renewal. Expert instruction covering all required core and elective topics.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Real Estate Principles
  • Alabama Real Estate Law
  • Contracts & Finance
  • Video + exam prep

Alabama 30-Hour Salesperson Post-License Course Plus ProPath

$265

Alabama 30-Hour Salesperson Post-License Course

$189

Alabama post-license: common questions

How many post-license hours do new Alabama salespersons need?

A 30-hour post-license course.

When is it due?

Within the first six months of licensure to keep an active license, or within one year if your license is inactive. Your original (permanent) license is issued once it's done.

Does post-license count toward CE?

Yes. The 30-hour course meets the 15-hour CE requirement for your first renewal.

Do brokers need post-license education?

No. Alabama has no post-license requirement for brokers.

Source: AREC: Course Requirements · AREC: Become a Licensed Real Estate Professional