Virginia CE Renewal
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Choose Your Package
8-Hr. Virginia CE Mandatory Package (with Ethics course)
Silver Package- Ethics at Work (3 mandatory ethics hours)**
- 1 Hr. Virginia Agency Law (1 mandatory agency hour)
- 1 Hr. Virginia Contract Law (1 mandatory contracts hour)
- 1 Hr. Virginia Legal Update (1 mandatory legal update hour)
- 2 Hr. Virginia Fair Housing (2 mandatory fair housing hours)
16-Hr. Virginia Sales CE Package (with Ethics course)
Salesperson- Ethics at Work (3 mandatory ethics hours)*
- 1 Hr. Virginia Agency Law (1 mandatory agency hour)
- 1 Hr. Virginia Contract Law (1 mandatory contracts hour)
- 1 Hr. Virginia Legal Update (1 mandatory legal update hour)
- 2 Hr. Virginia Fair Housing (2 mandatory fair housing hours)
Individual Courses
Not ready for a package? Purchase each course separately at your own pace. All courses are required for va licensure.
2 Hr. Virginia Fair Housing
The real estate profession is dynamic and related legislative, legal, and business practices adapt in response to the rapidly evolving business environment. Virginia’s recent legislative session...
Assistance Animals And Housing
Must a property manager accept a tenant's emotional support animal, and under what conditions? What proof can a property manager or landlord require of a tenant who claims a need for an emotional...
Breaking Barriers: Fair Housing - A Closer Look (Elective Only)
This course does not meet the VA mandatory fair housing requirement. On the heels of the 50-year anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, we review the evolution of fair housing law and look at new and...
Diversity: Your Kaleidoscope of Clients
The real estate market reflects our nation's diverse population, and the successful real estate professional understands and adapts to each client's needs. What's new in fair...
Document Diligence: Safeguarding Your Transactions
A veteran broker once said, "No one ever failed in this business because of the paperwork." It's true: Real estate is a relationship-based business. However, to protect consumers and you...
Foundations of Real Estate Finance
Financing is integral to real estate transactions, and the more you know about how buyers qualify, the better you'll be able to help both buyers and sellers in your practice.
Keeping it Honest: Understanding Real Estate and Mortgage Fraud
Fraud has become a major issue in the industry. Lawbreakers use real estate as a vehicle to steal the life savings of unsuspecting homeowners and defraud lenders out of millions of dollars for their o...
Residential Property Management Essentials (4)
For many real estate professionals, property management is a natural extension of their expertise. Whether you’re thinking about taking on your first property or looking to grow your property ma...
Virginia Real Estate Post-Licensing Course: Virginia Post-Licensing: Fair Housing, ADA, And Civil Rights
Are hoarders protected by fair housing law? Smokers? What about sexual orientation? And what does HUD have to say about screening tenant applicants based on criminal records? The two-hour Virg...
Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent
Follow these 4 simple steps to start your real estate career in Virginia
Enroll in the 16-Hour VA CE Package
DPOR-Approved Bundle
Instant access, self-paced.
Complete 8 DPOR-Mandated Topic Hours
Required Content
Work through the 8 DPOR-mandated topic areas.
Complete 8 Hours Electives
Multiple Topics
Work through 8 hours of elective CE.
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Meet Our Expert Instructors
Joseph F. Gobbett, Jr.
Licensed Broker, GRI
50+ YearsStarted his real estate career in Maryland in 1971. Training director, branch sales manager, and broker in charge of Rescom Realtors.
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Mark Davis-Cote
Licensed Broker, SFR
13+ YearsBA from URI, MBA from Webster University. Licensed salesperson since 2011, broker since 2016, SFR certified.
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Amanda Farnum
Licensed Real Estate Broker
17+ YearsAward-winning agent with experience across residential, commercial, foreclosures, and investments.
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Dale Clift
Real Estate Instructor
40+ YearsPassionate about real estate from age 20. Made it his goal to teach, train, and coach professionals across South Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our real estate courses
How many CE hours does Virginia require?
DPOR requires 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years for Virginia real estate licensees. The 16 hours must include 8 hours covering DPOR-mandated topics (fair housing, ethics, agency, legal updates, real estate contracts, real estate-related finance, risk management, and current industry/trends) plus 8 hours of elective CE.
When is my Virginia real estate license renewal due?
Virginia real estate licenses renew every 2 years on your license anniversary date. Complete all 16 CE hours before your renewal date.
Does Fortune Academy report my VA CE to DPOR automatically?
Yes. Fortune Academy automatically reports your completion to DPOR within 24 hours. You receive a confirmation and printable certificate.
Can I complete Virginia CE online?
Yes. Fortune Academy's 16-hour VA CE package is 100% online and DPOR-approved. Study on any device.
What 8 topics are mandated for VA CE?
DPOR mandates 8 CE topic areas: Fair Housing, Ethics, Legal Updates, Agency, Escrow, Current Industry/Trends, Real Estate Contracts, Real Estate-Related Finance, and Risk Management. Fortune Academy's 16-hour package includes all required topics.
What if I miss my VA CE deadline?
If you miss your renewal deadline, DPOR places your license in expired status. Reinstate with completed CE and late fees within the grace period; beyond that, retake the salesperson exam.
Do Virginia brokers have different CE requirements?
VA brokers need 24 hours of CE every 2 years (versus 16 for salespersons) — broker-specific topics are added. Fortune Academy offers a broker-specific CE package.
How long does the VA CE course take?
Most students finish the 16-hour VA CE package in 1–2 weeks. Self-paced — complete as quickly as DPOR allows.