Notice to Online On-Demand Students
It is your responsibility to check with your online course provider regarding their cancellation policy.
Please read the following information carefully to avoid any delay in receiving credit for the course(s) you complete. You must accept the Individual school policies you take courses through in order to access their computer‐based distance learning courses.
Online On-Demand Attendance and Time Limits
No “live” classroom attendance is required for online on-demand, prerecorded classes but you must complete all course work based on the individual schools’ policies, normally no later than within one year from your enrollment date. On-demand prerecorded classes may be viewed at your convenience and the bookmark feature allows you to return to the course where you left off. It is important to verify the course provider’s rules before registering for an online course.
Instructor Information
There are no live instructors teaching online on-demand, prerecorded courses. Contact the individual class provider if you have questions.
Completion Requirements and Grading
You must complete the entire course including all lessons, quizzes, and the required seat time to receive credit. We recommend courses be taken on a desktop computer. Sometimes there are functionality issues with mobile devices. Be sure to read the information about the specific course to determine whether passing an exam is required.
Continuing Education (CE) Credit for the Course
The individual online class provider is responsible for providing you with your CE Course Completion Certificate if the class is accredited for NYS CE. Please contact the course provider with any questions.
School Information and Recordkeeping
The New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR) is approved by the New York State, Department of State to offer online education programs. It is our goal to provide high-quality distance continuing education courses in support of ongoing professional competency. NYSAR maintains records for a five‐year period including course completed, student name, license number, and completion date. If you have questions regarding your class CE certificates from your Local Board or other third-party course providers, please reach out to them.
State Approval for Credit
Classes taken with NYSAR that have been approved for NYS Continuing Education credit will indicate this on the NYSAR Education Schedule. Classes taken with other providers may meet state requirements for New York’s continuing education credit. The exact number of credit hours varies depending on the course. If you are unsure whether the class offers continuing education credit, and how much, contact the school or board hosting the class for details.
Please note: NAR/Center for REALTOR® Development online designation and certification courses are no longer accredited for continuing education (CE) credit in New York State.
If you would like your designation/certification course credits to count towards your NYS CE requirements, you may want to consider taking them through NYSAR or your local board.