Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI)
Graduate to a new level of success with the GRI
Separate yourself from the crowd – become a graduate of the REALTOR® Institute by completing the eight required foundational GRI classes and 30 hours of elective* credit within five years. You’ll earn dual CE credit and designation credit, satisfy license renewal requirements and take your career to new heights! To apply for your Graduate REALTOR® Institute designation (GRI), once you’ve satisfied all the requirements, contact NYSAR directly at 800.239.4432. Please note that a $25 application fee applies.
* Electives include any local board of REALTORS® classroom or Zoom CE or other NAR-family designation/certification courses. Only NAR designation/certification classes taken at Triple Pay may be used as GRI electives. Other Triple Play classes will not be accepted as Electives toward the GRI Designation.
GRI is designed to:
- Offer in-depth training in foundational areas related to real estate.
- Increase your productivity.
- Reduce your risk.
- Tackle your toughest challenges.
Licensed one year or less? Earn as You Learn! NEW FOR 2025!
Take two GRI classes and get your third free! Classes must be taken within a one-year period. Get your third class free by calling the Education Department at 518.463.0300 x219 or by emailing us at [email protected] after you have successfully completed the first two classes.
Already have your GRI?
Take a refresher course with the most up-to-date information for just $50 and earn 7.5 NYS CE credits, some in required areas, for each course you take (not applicable for courses taken in the same license cycle).
Already an experienced REALTOR® considering the GRI?
Call NYSAR at 800.239.4432 to discuss testing out and transfer credit options to earn your GRI.
Course descriptions and schedule:
GRI-1 Ethics
Satisfies New York State 2.5-hour CE coursework requirement for license renewal and NAR’s mandatory Ethics training requirement.
Capitalize on what sets REALTORS® apart from real estate licensees.
Discover how to:
- Learn the differences between ethics, legal standards, industry codes, company policies and the REALTOR® Code of Ethics.
- Explore which Articles of the Code are most subject to complaints
- See how to apply the Code to real life scenarios and case studies
- Professional Standards enforcements, procuring cause, arbitration, NAR’s mediation requirement and the appeals process will also be discussed.
Upcoming 2025 classes include:
- January 15-16
- May 20-21
- October 16-17
GRI-2 Business
Conquer the “business” of Real Estate and gain market share.
Master the building blocks to:
- Create an effective business plan.
- Build support structures using assistants and teams.
- Prospect successfully and tap into niche markets.
- Develop policies to avoid risk.
Upcoming 2025 classes include:
- January 27-28
- March 12-13
- October 9-10
GRI-3 Agency
Satisfies New York State 2-hour Agency CE coursework requirement for license renewal.
Provide effective, legal, and ethical client representation.
Offers in-depth coverage of:
- All forms of agency representation, associated issues, and proper disclosure.
- How to avoid the risk of misrepresentation, vicarious liability, and breach of fiduciary duties.
Upcoming 2025 classes include:
- February 13-14
- June 16-17
- November 6-7
GRI-4 Legal
Satisfies New York State 1-hour Recent Legal Matters CE coursework requirement for license renewal.
Reduce your risk of claims, fines, and lawsuits. Gain a complete understanding of:
- Advertising that is legal and ethical.
- Contracts, forms, deposits, disclosures, and record retention.
- Risk management strategies.
- Title insurance and settlement procedures.
Upcoming 2025 classes include:
- March 20-21
- July 9-10
- October 29-30
Register online or mail or fax our registration form.
GRI-5 Buyers
Satisfies New York State 3-hour Fair Housing and 2-hour Agency CE coursework requirement for license renewal.
Demonstrate your value to buyers from listing to closing. Satisfies NYS Fair Housing training requirement for license renewal.
Learn strategies to:
- Secure more buyer clients.
- Guide buyers through the process from pre-qualifying to closing.
- Assure Fair Housing compliance.
- Keep you, your clients, and customers safe.
Upcoming 2025 classes include:
- March 3-4
- August 18-19
- November 3-4
GRI-6 Sellers
Satisfies New York State 2-hour Agency CE coursework requirement for license renewal.
Represent seller clients in a way that keeps them coming back.
Get a competitive advantage with strategies to:
- Gain more listings.
- Get clients to price to sell.
- Enhance your marketing.
- Avoid Fair Housing violations and safety concerns.
Upcoming 2025 classes include:
- April 7-8
- July 21-22
- September 3-4
GRI-7 Property
Develop proven strategies and techniques to create smoother transactions for both buyers and sellers and close more deals. Discover the myriad elements that affect property value including:
- Types of housing.
- Appraisals and inspections.
- Neighborhoods and amenities.
- Energy efficiency and environmental issues.
- Lender requirements, and much more!
Upcoming 2025 classes include:
- January 21-22
- August 20-21
- November 20-21
GRI-8 Technology
Streamline your business and exceed client expectations with the latest tech. Learn how to be mobile and paperless in your real estate practice.
- Save time with transaction management tools.
- Get Internet advertising and syndication tips.
- Develop E-marketing and social media that will reach more clients.
- Explore the best automation hardware, software, and apps.
Upcoming 2025 classes include:
- February 10-11
- June 23-24