Reminder: 2023 Rule Change to Keep in Mind for This CE Season

As this year’s continuing education (CE) deadline of June 10th approaches, North Carolina brokers should remember the important rule change that took effect on July 1, 2023. This update impacted how brokers fulfill their CE requirements and maintain an active license.

No More Equivalent Credit for Most Brokers

In the past, brokers could request CE credit for a non-NCREC-approved course by submitting a fee, course outline, and completion certificate. However, as of July 1, 2023, this option was eliminated for all brokers—except for instructors who authored or taught a course.

What You Need to Know:

• If a course is not currently NCREC-approved, it will not count for CE credit.
• Brokers who previously relied on equivalent credit must complete the required Update course (General or Broker-in-Charge) and an approved North Carolina elective before the June 10th deadline.
• Out-of-state brokers must take North Carolina CE as described here. Courses are available online.

This change ensured that all brokers completed state-approved courses while also eliminating extra fees brokers had to pay when submitting non-approved coursework.

Stay on Track: Complete Your CE by June 10th

To remain compliant and ensure license renewal, brokers should plan ahead to complete their Update course and an approved elective before the June 10th deadline.

For questions or to verify approved CE courses, visit the NCREC website.