Designations and Certifications

The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and its affiliated Institutes, Societies, and Councils provide a wide-range of programs and services that assist members in increasing skills, proficiency, and knowledge. Designations and certifications acknowledging experience and expertise in various real estate sectors are awarded by NAR and each affiliated group upon completion of required courses.

 

Accredited Buyer’s Representative / ABR®

Becoming skilled at buyer representation will help REALTORS® change the way they do business and cater to clients at every stage in the home buying process. An Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) will gain a unique understanding of home buyer’s needs and how to best serve them, specialized information to stay on top of home buying issues and trends, and exclusive resources to share with your clients and give you even more of a competitive edge.

 

Earning the ABR® Designation has never been easier. The 2-day core course can be completed online or in class, and there are over 16 elective courses to choose from. Get the advantage you’ve been looking for with the ABR® designation.

 

Presented by REBAC (Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council)

Contact REBAC at rebac@realtors.org or  800-648-6224 .

 

Accredited Land Consultant / ALCsm

The REALTORS® Land Institute confers its prestigious Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) Designation to only the best land professionals in the business. To qualify for the ALC designation, a land specialist must complete the organization’s rigorous LANDU education program and demonstrate a proven track record in experience and success.

 

The REALTORS® Land Institute is the leading membership organization for land specialists involved in brokerage, sales, consulting, appraisal, development, site selection, marketing, and management of a large range of land property, such as agricultural land; ranches; recreational land; hunting property; timberland; underdeveloped tracts of land; and special purpose properties.

 

Presented by the REALTORS® Land Institute (RLI)

Contact RLI at RLI@realtors.org or  800-441-5263 .

 

Certified Commercial Investment Member / CCIMsm

CCIMs are recognized experts in commercial real estate brokerage, leasing, valuation and investment analysis. The CCIM business network includes more than 9,000 designees and 5,000 candidates principally in North America, but also in Asia and Europe. CCIMs are backed by a respected education program, as well as superior technology products and business resources.

 

Presented by the CCIM Institute

Contact CCIM at  800-621-7027 .

 

Certified International Property Specialist / CIPS®

The Certified International Property Specialist Network (CIPS Network) comprises 2,000 real estate professionals from 50 countries and is the specialty membership group for global business practitioners of the National Association of REALTORS®. The CIPS® designation prepares REALTORS® to service the growing international market in their local community by focusing on culture, exchange rates, investment trends, and legal issues.

 

Presented by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Contact Information Central at CIPS@realtors.org or  1-800-874-6500  ext. 8369.

 

Certified Property Manager / CPM®

Acquire valuable real estate management skills through educational offerings leading to the CPM® designation. Managing nearly $2 trillion in real property assets, CPM® Members have the competitive edge in every area of real estate management, from residential to commercial to industrial. And property owners and investors value the designation more than any other in the industry, according to independent research findings. CPM® courses are delivered in several ways, ranging from traditional classroom to the latest self-paced learning formats available 24/7.

 

Presented by Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM)

Contact IREM® at  800-837-0706 , ext. 4650.

 

Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager / CRBsm

The Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRBsm) is one of the most respected and relevant designations offered in real estate business management. The CRBsm designation is awarded to REALTORS® who have completed advanced educational and professional requirements. CRBsm Designees are better positioned to streamline operations, integrate new technology and apply new trends and business strategies. Join today and discover a new approach to enhancing knowledge and leveraging opportunity. CRB Courses are offered in a classroom setting or online in the Council’s e-Learning Center.

 

Presented by Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers

Contact the Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers at info@crb.com or  800-621-8738 .

 

Certified Residential Specialist® / CRS®

The Council of Residential Specialists has over a thirty-year legacy of giving residential real estate professionals the tools they need to be successful in any market. CRS delivers the education, resources and connections agents need to achieve their goals. Beyond the referral network, the high-caliber online and classroom courses and the benefits of membership, earning the CRS Designation is really about learning proven methods for making more money. Find out how you can get on the proven path to success today.

 

Presented by Council of Residential Specialists

Contact CRS at https://www.crs.com/about-us/contact-us or  800-462-8841

 

Counselor of Real Estate / CRE®

The Counselor of Real Estate – or CRE – is a member of The Counselors of Real Estate, an international group of recognized professionals who provide seasoned, objective advice on real property and land-related matters. Only 1,100 practitioners throughout the world carry the CRE® designation. Membership is by invitation only.

 

Presented by The Counselors of Real Estate

Contact CRE® at  312-329-8427 .

 

General Accredited Appraiser, GAAsm

Certified general appraisers wishing to increase their visibility should pursue the GAAsm designation. The GAAsm designation is awarded to appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®.

 

Presented by NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Contact GAA program staff at  800-874-6500  ext. 8268 or email appraisal@realtors.org.

 

NAR’s Green Designation / GREEN

The National Association of REALTORS® created NAR’s Green Designation to provide ongoing education, resources and tools so that real estate practitioners can successfully seek out, understand, and market properties with green features. Register to take the new, completely residential-focused NAR Green Designation. The innovative program offers specific themes, ranging from sustainability, green building science and business applications. Green your practice, and your bottom line.

 

Presented by The Green REsource Council

Established by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), the Green REsource Council serves real estate professionals by providing comprehensive training and access to cutting-edge resources and tools as well as promoting green excellence, leadership, and consumer awareness within and across multiple real estate disciplines. Practitioners who complete the 3-day program are awarded NAR’s Green Designation, the only green training program recognized by NAR.

 

Contact The Green REsource Council at greendesignation@realtors.org or  800-498-9422 .

 

Graduate, REALTOR® Institute / GRIsm

The GRI designation is a powerful tool to attract and build new business. You’ll increase your skill level across the entire landscape of real estate with in-depth training in legal and regulatory issues, technology, professional standards, and the sales process.Presented by NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

 

Contact your State Association to get information on program requirements, course schedules, location, and tuition. Contact NAR at gri@realtors.org or  (800) 874-6500  x 8264.

 

Performance Management Network / PMN

The Performance Management Network (PMNsm) is a REALTOR® designation that’s built from the ground up to bring you the real-world skills, the know-how and the tools that will keep your business out front and on top of a lighting-fast market. This designation is unique to the REALTOR® family designations, focusing on the idea that in order to enhance your business, you must enhance yourself. The curriculum is driven by the following topics: negotiating strategies and tactics, networking and referrals, business planning and systems, personal performance management and cultural differences in buying and selling.

 

Presented by Women’s Council of REALTORS®

Contact the Women’s Council of REALTORS® at  800-245-8512 .

 

REALTOR® Association Certified Executive / RCE

Association executives interested in demonstrating commitment to the field of REALTOR® association management should pursue the RCEsm designation. AEs are recognized for their specialized industry knowledge and their association achievements and experience.

 

Presented by NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Contact Renee Holland at  312-329-8545 .

 

Residential Accredited Appraiser / RAAsm

Certified residential appraisers wishing to increase their visibility should pursue the RAAsm designation. The RAAsm designation is awarded to appraisers whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®.

 

Presented by NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Contact RAA program staff at  800-874-6500  or email appraisal@realtors.org.

 

Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® / SIOR®

Individuals certified with the SIOR® designation are top producers in industrial and office real estate brokerage. SIOR’s network includes more than 3,000 members in 630 cities in 29 countries. SIOR® represents today’s most knowledgeable, experienced and successful commercial real estate brokerage specialists.

 

Presented by Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS®

Contact SIOR at  202-449-8200 .

 

Seniors Real Estate Specialist® / SRES®

The SRES® Designation program educates REALTORS® on how to profitably and ethically serve the real estate needs of the fastest growing market in real estate, clients age 50+. By earning the SRES® designation, you gain access to valuable member benefits, useful resources, and networking opportunities across the U.S. and Canada to help you in your business.

 

Presented by SRES® Council

Contact SRES Council at sres@realtors.org or  800-500-4564 .

 

NAR Family Certifications

At Home With Diversity / AHWD®

At Home With Diversity® is an educational opportunity designed to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry to real estate brokers, agents, association executives and anyone associated with the industry. The certification teaches real estate professionals how they can increase their sensitivity and adaptability to future market trends. It addresses issues of diversity, fair housing and cultural differences. Participants will learn practical skills and tools to expand business and effectively service all cultural groups.

 

Presented by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

For more information on this course and its business principles, please contact us at ahwd@realtors.org or  800-874-6500  ext. 8393.

 

Broker Price Opinion Resource (BPOR)

With the changing real estate landscape and the increased use of broker price opinions (BPOs) by market participants, the BPOR certification provides REALTORS® with knowledge and skills to perform accurate and professional broker price opinions (BPOs) and comparative market analyses (CMAs), while reducing risk and increasing opportunities.

Presented by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®Contact us at bpor@realtors.org.

 

e-PRO®

NAR’s e-PRO® Certification Program teaches you to use cutting-edge technologies and digital initiatives to link up with today’s savvy real estate consumer. Course topics for Day 1 include the changing market, creating an online presence and reputation management. Day 2 provides hands-on discovery of business tech tools, such as an e-strategy, micro-blogging and NAR resources. Students will be awarded the e-PRO® certification upon completion of both days.

 

Presented by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Contact e-PRO® at epro@realtors.org or  877-397-3132 .

 

Military Relocation Professional / MRP

NAR's Military Relocation Professional certification focuses on educating real estate professionals about working with current and former military service members to find housing solutions that best suit their needs and take full advantage of military benefits and support.

 

Presented by REBAC (Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council)

Contact us at MRP@realtors.org or 888-648-8321.

 

Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist / RSPS

RSPS certification is offered by NAR Resort for resort and second-home professionals around the world. REALTORS® who facilitate the buying, selling, or management of properties for investment, development, retirement, or second homes in a resort, recreational and/or vacation destination are involved in this market niche.

 

Presented by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Contact us at rsps@realtors.org or  800-874-6500  ext. 8393.

 

Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource / SFR®

For many real estate professionals, short sales and foreclosures are the new “traditional” real estate transaction. Knowing how to help sellers maneuver the complexities of short sales as well as help buyers pursue short sale and foreclosure opportunities are not merely good skills to have in today’s market — they are critical. And while short sales and foreclosures are not for the faint of heart, agents with the proper tools and training can use these specialty areas to build their business for the long term. REALTORS® with the SFR® certification can be a trusted resource for short sales and foreclosures. Your ability to close short sales and foreclosures depends in part on your confidence in seeing these transactions through. Begin building your confidence today with SFR®.