Real Estate

real estate Overview

A career in real estate offers diverse opportunities, from residential and commercial sales to property management, investment analysis, and more. With a real estate education from SJCC, you'll be well-prepared to pursue a variety of roles in the industry.

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The Business Division offers a one-semester solution to meeting the California Bureau of Real Estate (CaBRE) pre-licensing requirements for two of the three required courses before an examination can be scheduled. Designed to be completed in one semester, these two classes are comprehensive, intensive, and prepare you for the exam.

This program is delivered in a hybrid format, including 6 or 7 two-hour in-class summary meetings with most work done online, allowing you to manage your own time while pursuing this career path.

The program includes the following two courses:

  • Principles of Real Estate: An overview of the principles and economics of real property ownership and transfer, reviewing forms, terminology, and processes involved. This course also covers land use history and the economic, legal, social, and political issues related to real property. Recommended for home buyers, home sellers, property managers, and anyone involved in housing-related industries. This course is one of the two required for the Real Estate Salesperson license, serves as a prerequisite for many other real estate courses, and is designed to be completed alongside the other required pre-license course.
  • Real Estate Practices: An overview of the operational methods of a real estate business, with an emphasis on the marketing activities of brokers and salespeople. The course uses Agent/Client and Buyer/Seller transactions to explore all aspects of real property merchandising. Required for both Broker and Salesperson license applicants, it is designed to be completed alongside the other required pre-license course.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

SJCC offers an Associate in Science (AS) degree and a Certificate of Achievement in Real Estate. These programs are designed to meet the educational requirements for California real estate licensing and to prepare students for careers in the real estate industry.

The program includes courses such as:

  • Principles of Real Estate: Covers the fundamentals of real estate, including property characteristics, ownership, legal aspects, and the business of real estate.
  • Real Estate Practice: Focuses on the operational methods of a real estate business, emphasizing marketing activities and the agent-client relationship.
  • Legal Aspects of Real Estate: Examines laws and regulations related to real property interests, transactions, and land use.
  • Real Estate Finance: Provides an overview of the residential finance system, including mortgage markets and loan programs.

Graduates can pursue careers as real estate agents, brokers, property managers, appraisers, and in various other roles within the real estate industry. The program provides a comprehensive foundation for success in these careers.

Yes, To become a licensed real estate agent in California, students must complete the required education, pass the state real estate exam, and submit an application to the California Bureau of Real Estate (CalBRE). The Real Estate program at SJCC provides the coursework necessary for students to meet these educational requirements

Yes, SJCC offers some Real Estate courses in an online format. Students can explore flexible learning options, allowing them to complete coursework remotely while still gaining the essential skills needed for success in the industry.