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Wisconsin Real Estate Post-License Requirements

Wisconsin does not have a separate post-license course requirement. New licensees must complete their first 18-hour CE renewal cycle within 2 years of licensure.

18 hours required

Updated October 19, 2026 · Official source: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services – Real Estate

Wisconsin first renewal at a glance

Post-license course
None. DSPS lists no separate post-licensing requirement
Renewal
Licenses follow the biennium ending December 14 of even years
CE
18 hours per biennium: 12 mandatory and 6 elective
Approval
Only Board-preapproved courses count

Source: DSPS: Real Estate Salesperson

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Wisconsin 18-Hour CE: First Renewal

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Wisconsin first renewal: common questions

Does Wisconsin require post-licensing education?

DSPS lists no separate post-license course for salespersons. Renewals follow the standard CE requirement.

What CE applies to renewals?

18 hours each biennium, made up of 12 hours of mandatory content and 6 hours of electives.

When do licenses renew?

The biennium ends December 14 of each even-numbered year. Check DSPS's renewal date page for your credential.

Source: DSPS: Real Estate Salesperson