The Real Estate Program is designed to provide basic employment skills for individuals seeking employment in Real Estate, as well as to upgrade the skills of those presently employed in the industry. Real Estate courses are offered during the day, evening, and online. Moreover, you can complete the program in as little as one semester. You can even complete the program gradually while pursuing other majors. RELE courses satisfy the education requirements of the Texas Real Estate Commission for Salesperson and Broker licenses. Career opportunities in Real Estate include sales, brokerage, appraisal, finance, property development, counseling, education, and insurance.
This is a TSI-waived certificate. Students declaring this major are NOT subject to the TSI regulations unless they enroll in a course outside the Real Estate curriculum. However, certificate students will be required to take the THEA, THEA Quick Test, ASSET, or COMPASS test for placements.
Course Offerings include:
For more information regarding the Real Estate Program contact Robert Stanberry at 979-209-7399 or 979-255-3386.
Blinn College also offers licensure renewal mandated Real Estate courses through the Office of Workforce Education at 979-209-7205.
What will I get from the Real Estate Program?
Students satisfactorily completing the program will meet the education requirements for the Real Estate Salesperson license.
Where are classes being offered?
Classes are offered throughout the day and evenings on the Bryan Campus. They are also offered online.
What types of career opportunities are available with a Real Estate Certificate?
Real estate sales, brokerage, property management, appraisal, finance, property development, counseling, education, and insurance positions are attainable.
What do I need to do to apply to Blinn College?
These programs are open to all students who possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. Applications for admission are available on campus and at www.blinn.edu. Appointments for career exploration may be made with the the program coordinator at 979-209-7399 or or 979-255-3386.
What are some of the general requirements to apply for a Salesperson license in the State of Texas?
1. An individual must be a citizen of the United States, or a lawfully admitted alien; at least 18 years of age; AND, a legal resident of Texas.
2. The applicant must furnish the Texas Real Estate Commission satisfactory evidence of successfully completing the following education requirements: Principles of Real Estate (4 semester hours), Law of Agency (2 semester hours), Real Estate Contracts (2 semester hours), Promulgated Contracts [Contract Forms and Addenda] (2 semester hours), and Real Estate Finance (2 semester hours).
3. An individual, after receiving a letter from the commission attesting to satisfaction of all educational requirements, will apply and submit the appropriate fee to the commission.
4. After an application is received, processed, and accepted, a candidate information brochure will be mailed to the candidate with instructions on taking the license examination.
For more information on licensing, visit the Texas Real Estate Commission website: www.trec.state.tx.us
| Real Estate Certificate Plan: | |
RELE 1406 Principles of Real Estate |
4 hours |
RELE 1211 Real Estate Contracts |
2 hours |
RELE 2201 Law of Agency |
2 hours |
RELE 1200 Contract Forms and Addenda |
2 hours |
RELE 1219 Real Estate Finance |
2 hours |
An additional Core RELE course |
3 hours |
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Total 15 hours |
For information on licensing visit the Texas Real Estate Commission web site: www.trec.state.tx.us |
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| Faculty | |
| Howard Murray BS, University of Delaware MA, Webster University Colonel – United States Army (Retired) |
Mannaser Marshall BS, University of Houston MS, Prairie View A&M University MS, Texas A&M University Partner – InRem Ventures |
| Heath C. Poole Texas A&M University JD, St. Mary’s University Attorney – Hoelscher, Lipsey & Elmore, P.C. |
Stephen Moon BS, Texas A&M University JD, Texas Wesleyan University Principal – Law Office of Stephen Boyd Moon, LLC |
| Kassi J. Horner BA, Texas Tech University JD, Texas Tech University Attorney – Peterson Law Group Partner – Brazos 1031 Exchange Company, LLC |
Miriam Gerdes BS, Lesley University Realtor – Re/Max Bryan-College Station |
| Bradley Sharpe BBA, Texas A&M University MBA, Texas Tech University JD, Baylor University Attorney – The Ellison Firm |
Warren Green BA, Texas A&M University Broker – Executive Real Estate Services |