When submitting a real estate education course for approval to the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC), careful preparation of your course materials is vital. The process involves submitting Form REC 7.33 (Application for Approval of a Real Estate Education Course (Form REC 7.33)); having all necessary documentation ready can save both time and effort. Following the Course Approval Guidelines and understanding the requirements of Rules 58H .0401 and .0402 will help ensure your course is processed efficiently.
1. Course Objectives
Clearly outline the overall goals of your course. These should be broad statements of what the course intends to achieve. Your objectives should align with the needs of your target audience, whether it’s for prelicensing, postlicensing, or continuing education.
2. Learning Objectives for Each Topic
For each section or unit of your course, include specific learning objectives. Rule 58H .0101(9) specifies that a learning objective is a statement of what a student will be able to do after completing a unit or course, and that learning objectives shall be structured in accordance with Bloom’s Taxonomy.
3. Course Syllabus
Your syllabus is a detailed roadmap of the course. It should describe the scope and depth of coverage for each section, specify how much time will be spent on each topic, and reference any course materials used. Additionally, the syllabus should demonstrate how student interaction is integrated into the course, whether through quizzes, discussion boards, or group activities.
4. Instructional Methods and Aids
Include a comprehensive description of the instructional methods you will use to deliver the content, such as lectures, videos, interactive assignments, or hands-on activities.
5. Student Materials
Provide copies of all materials that will be made available to students, such as presentations, handouts, quizzes, worksheets, exams (if applicable), and any supplementary resources.
6. Attendance Verification
Describe the method you will use to verify and record student attendance for each type of course delivery method.
7. Verification of Required Course Materials
Outline the process for verifying that students possess all necessary course materials before the course begins.
8. Proctored Exam Details (for Prelicensing or Postlicensing Courses)
For prelicensing and postlicensing courses, include a detailed description of how exams will be proctored. Successfully submitting a real estate education course for approval requires careful planning and organization. Preparing essential elements like learning objectives, a detailed syllabus, and student materials, ahead of time can expedite your submission and help ensure it meets all regulatory requirements.