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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS


The following are descriptions of courses recently offered. Please note that courses are not offered every year, and not all are currently approved by the Department of State. Consult the current schedule for this year’s offerings. 

 

QUALIFYING COURSES*

Salesperson (75 hours, test)

To qualify for licensure as a real estate salesperson, you must satisfactorily complete this course (including the state-approved course examination); pass the separate New York State Salesperson Qualifying Examination; and affiliate with a licensed broker.

The Professional Career Center offers the 75-hour Salesperson course in three segments, “Salesperson A, B and C.” Segments may be taken in any order; but the full course and exam must be completed successfully within six months of starting the program.

Segment "A" (24 Hours) covers License law and Regulation; the Law of Agency; Estates and Interests; Liens and Easements; Sales and Lease Contracts; and Valuation. Segment "B" (24 Hours) covers Deeds; Title and Closing Costs; Real Estate Finance; Land Use Regulations; Construction and Environmental Issues; Human Rights and Fair Housing; and Real Estate Mathematics. Segment "C" (27 Hours) covers Municipal Agencies; Property Insurance; Taxes and Assessments; Condominiums and Cooperatives; Commercial and Investment Properties; Income Tax Issues; Mortgage Brokerage; and Property Management.

The course examination is adminstered at the end of each segment, for those who have completed all three segments.

Real Estate Broker (45 hours, test)

To qualify for licensure as a real estate broker, you must have at least two years of experience as a licensed real estate salesperson or at least two years of experience in the general real estate field; have satisfactorily completed this course (including the state-approved examination) and the 75-Hour Salesperson Qualifying course*; and pass the separate New York State Broker Qualifying examination. Topics include Management, Operation & Supervision of the Broker’s Office; Real Estate Agency Disclosure; Advanced Real Estate Finance; Real Estate Investment; General Business Law; Construction & Development; Conveyance of Real Property, Title & Closing Costs; Real Estate Property Management; and Taxes and Assessments.

*Applicants who qualified as Salespersons prior to July 1, 2008 by completing a 45-hour Salesperson Qualifying Course must complete the 30-Hour "Remedial" course below to meet the 75-Hour requirement.

"Remedial" Course (30 hours, test)

This course is designed for Broker Candidates and students who completed the old 45-Hour Salesperson Qualifying course prior to July 1, 2008. It includes the topics added to the Salesperson Qualifying Curriculum: Municipal Agencies; Property Insurance; Taxes and Assessments; Condominiums and Cooperatives; Commercial and Investment Properties; Income Tax Issues; Mortgage Brokerage; Property Management; Contract Preparation; Predatory Lending and Pricing Properties.

 

“R-Series” NYS Licensed and Certified Residential Appraiser Courses*

New York State, in conjunction with the nationwide standards of the Appraisal Qualifications Board, has established three credentials for Residential Real Estate Appraisers: Assistant Appraiser; Licensed Residential Appraiser and Certified Residential Appraiser. The Professional Career Center offers all courses required to complete the educational component of these credentials

Assistant and Licensed Residential Appraiser Sequence

The following courses complete the New York State educational requirement for both Assistant Appraiser and Licensed Residential Appraiser. Successful completion of the courses is required for the Assistant Appraiser credential. To reach the Licensed level, a candidate must also complete 2,000 hours of supervised experience over a period of not less than two years and pass the National Appraisal Qualifcations Board examination.

R-5 - Basic Appraisal Principles (30 hours, test)

R-6 - Basic Appraisal Procedures (30 hours, test)

USPAP - National Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (15 hours, test)

R-7 - Residential Market Analysis and Highest & Best Use (15 hours, test)

R-8 - Residential Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach (15 hours, test)

R-9 - Residential Sales Comparison and Income Approaches (30 hours, test)

R-10 - Residential Report Writing and Case Studies (15 hours, test)

Certified Residential Appraiser Sequence

The following courses complete the educational requirement for a Licensed Appraiser to become a Certified Residential Appraiser. Successful completion of the courses; plus an additional 500 hours of supervised, certified-level experience; successful completion of the National Appraisal Qualifcations Board Certification examination; and an Associates Degree (or a package of 21 credit hours in specified courses) qualifies an individual to apply for the Certified Residential Appraiser credential.

Statistics, Modeling and Finance (15 hours, test)

R-11 - Advanced Residential Applications and Case Studies (15 hours, test)

RE- 2 - Fair Housing, Fair Lending and Environmental Issues (20 hours, test)

 

* This is summary information. For complete information on licensing requirements and qualifying course curricula, consult the New York State Department of State or visit www.dos.state.ny.us

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CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR REAL ESTATE AGENTS & BROKERS

Commercial Real Estate Overview (7.5 Hours) A structured overview of the concepts and analytic tools used in commercial real estate transactions that will benefit both current practitioners and newcomers to the field.

Environmental Issues in Real Estate Practice (7.5 Hours) Environmental concerns have a significant impact on property value. This course provides real estate professionals with the ability to recognize potential environmental liabilities associated with real property, as well as an understanding of potential remedial actions and their cost.

Red Flags Property Inspection (7.5 Hours) This course prepares real estate professionals performing walk-through inspections to recognize visual signs and indications that might point to potential defects in major structural elements such as foundations, floors, walls and roofs.

Market Analysis (7.5 Hours) Using fundamental appraisal principles and illustrative examples, this course focuses on the practical application of techniques and procedures to help students master real estate market analysis.

Fair Housing in Law and Practice (7.5 Hours; meets three-hour Fair Housing Requirement) An overview of fair housing laws; discriminatory housing practices; and HUD interpretations. Focuses on the 1988 Fair Housing Amendments Act; current case law; and penalties for violations.

Income Taxes and Real Property Ownership (15 Hours) Provides a working knowledge of income tax law and clarifies issues likely to arise in the real estate profession, including deductions for mortgage and home equity interest, home office and real estate tax; taxes on real estate investments and transactions, second homes and rental properties.

Critical Legal Issues Real Estate Practice (7.5 Hours; meets three-hour Fair Housing Requirement) Identifies potential liability in real estate practice -- nondisclosure, unauthorized practice of law, environmental, fair housing, ADA, and antitrust -- and outlines strategies to limit exposure including education, shifting, anticipating and controlling risk.

Buyer Agency (7.5 hours) An overview of the concept of buyer agency and its integration with existing real estate practices.

Property Management (7.5 hours) An overview of the fundamentals of property management emphasizing effective management plans and practical strategies to manage risk.

Mortgage Fraud (7.5 hours) Provides real estate professionals with an understanding of mortgage fraud; how to avoid becoming inadvertently involved in fraudulent activities; and how to protect clients from mortgage fraud. The course includes key indicators of fraud, strategies for avoiding common schemes and real-life examples of mortgage fraud.

Real Estate Investment Strategies (22.5 hours; meets three-hour Fair Housing Requirement) Introduces different types of real estate ownership and the financial and income tax ramifications of each. Presents with practical examples the fundamentals of feasibility studies; financial analysis of real estate investments; and sources and types of financing. Examines specific considerations related to investing in various properties, including residences, commercial buildings, industrial properties, etc. Includes a module on Fair Housing and Equal Access requirements in rental and commercial properties.

Elements of Commercial Leases (15 hours) An in-depth examination of commercial leases from the perspective of both the lessor and lessee.

Basic Appraisal Principles (R-5, 30 hours, test) The first course in the Appraiser licensing sequence is approved for continuing education credit to provide salespersons and brokers with a better understanding of appraisal practice.

Residential Architecture in CNY (15 hours)
A review of architectural styles found in Central New York and an examination of architects’ work in the region.

Fair Housing, Fair Lending & Environmental Issues (RE-2, 20 hours, test; meets three-hour Fair Housing Requirement)
This Appraiser licensing course is approved for continuing education credit for salespersons and brokers. It reviews the impact of these issues on property value.

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COMPUTER-BASED INSTRUCTION MODULES

On-line courses may be accessed from any computer connected to the internet; a high-speed connection is highly recommended. When you register, you are provided a password so that you may access your course at your convenience. Click here for our ON-LINE Real Estate and Appraisal Continuing Eduction course offerings.

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CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR APPRAISERS

NOTE: Licensed or Certified Appraisers who have not previously taken 2008 qualifying courses (R-7 and above) may take them for continuing education credit. Note, however, that you must pass the course exam and still complete the 7.5-hour USPAP Update for license renewal.

USPAP Update (7 hours) The National USPAP Update course, presented under license from The Appraisal Foundation. Required for license renewal.

FHA and VA Appraising (15 hours)Reviews the historical and present needs for the FHA and VA mortgage programs and presents a detailed review of FHA property and appraisal requirements; VA protocols; and the steps required to qualify as an FHA Roster Appraiser and VA Panel Appraiser.

Residential Report Writing (15 hours) This course reviews theories, techniques, and procedures to enhance understand the appraisal report process and how to use various residential forms and reports for appraisal, including the "new" URAR. Through theory and hands-on examples of appraisal processes, the course will provide practical application of real estate appraisal procedures.

Market Analysis (7.5 hours) Using fundamental appraisal principles and illustrative examples, this course focuses on the practical application of techniques and procedures to help students master real estate market analysis.

Highest and Best Use (7.5 hours) This course covers the two-step analysis and the four tests of highest and best use in detail and uses practical examples and a brief case study to work through their application.nts the process, forms and documentation required to establish the value of jointly-owned property.

Mortgage Fraud (7.5 hours) Provides real estate professionals with an understanding of mortgage fraud; how to avoid becoming inadvertently involved in fraudulent activities; and how to protect clients from mortgage fraud. The course includes key indicators of fraud, strategies for avoiding common schemes and real-life examples of mortgage fraud.

Using the New URAR (7 hours) This course is designed to assist experienced appraisers as they transition to the new Uniform Residential Appraisal Report Fannie Mae Form 1004 (Freddie Mac Form 70), which will be required by Fannie Mae for all appraisals after November 1, 2005. In a line-by-line case study review, it focuses on changes from the form that has been in general use since 1993; the reasons for those changes; and the impact of new reporting requirements on the physical inspection; record-keeping requirements; and USPAP compliance.

Eminent Domain (8 hours) Introduces the fundamentals of eminent domain appraising. Basic terminology and “before and after” appraisals will be reviewed. Concepts such as direct and indirect (or “severance”) damages, benefits to the remainder, the “larger parcel,” and compensable and non-compensable damages will be covered. Case studies and exercises illustrate key concepts.

Dislosure & Disclaimers (8 hours) Designed to assist professional appraisers in increasing credibility and promoting the highest level of trust in appraisal reporting practices by reviewing requirements for proper disclosure and disclaimers in appraisal reporting assignments.

Expert Witness (20 hours) Proper ways to represent a company when asked to serve as a witness or real property expert in a court of law.

Value of partial interest (20 hours) Presents the process, forms and documentation required to establish the value of jointly-owned property.

R-7 - Residential Market Analysis and Highest & Best Use (15 hours, test)

R-8 - Residential Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach (15 hours, test)

R-9 - Residential Sales Comparison and Income Approaches (30 hours, test)

R-10 - Residential Report Writing and Case Studies (15 hours, test)

Statistics, Modeling and Finance (15 hours, test)

R-11 - Advanced Residential Applications and Case Studies (15 hours, test)

RE- 2 - Fair Housing, Fair Lending and Environmental Issues (20 hours, test)

 

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Last Updated: Monday, November 24, 2008 4:06 PM