Why Every New Florida Real Estate Agent Should Take Their 45-Hour Post-Licensing Course Seriously
This isn’t “just another class”!
Congratulations! You’ve passed your Florida Real Estate Sales Associate Exam, earned your license, and officially launched your real estate career. But before you get too caught up showing homes, writing contracts, and building your business, there’s one important milestone you can’t afford to overlook—the 45-Hour Florida Sales Associate Post-Licensing Course.
At First Coast School of Real Estate, we believe this course should be so much more than simply checking a box to satisfy a state requirement. It’s an opportunity to build the foundation for a successful, long-term career in real estate.
Why is the 45-Hour Post-Licensing Course Required?
The Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) requires all newly licensed Sales Associates to successfully complete a 45-hour Post-Licensing Course before their first license renewal. Failure to complete the course and pass the end-of-course exam before your renewal deadline can result in your real estate license becoming null and void, meaning you’ll have to start the licensing process over from the beginning.
Rather than viewing it as another class, think of it as an investment in your future business.
Go Beyond the Textbook
Our live, in-person course is designed to help agents bridge the gap between passing the licensing exam and building a thriving real estate career.
Throughout the course you’ll learn:
- How to create meaningful business and income goals
- Strategies for treating your real estate career like a business
- Marketing techniques that actually generate clients
- How to understand and explain changing market conditions
- Professional communication and client service skills
- Real-world problem solving for everyday transactions
- Insights from experienced industry professionals and expert panels
The goal isn’t just to help you pass an exam—it’s to help you become the kind of Realtor clients recommend for years to come.
Learn From Professionals Who Do This Every Day
Your instructors, Amanda Houser and Linda White, bring decades of combined experience as successful Realtors, educators, brokers, and industry leaders.
Their teaching style blends Florida licensing requirements with practical, real-life scenarios that prepare students for what actually happens in today’s real estate market. Students are encouraged to ask questions, participate in discussions, and learn from experiences that simply can’t be found in a textbook.
August 2026 Course Schedule
45-Hour Florida Sales Associate Post-Licensing Course
Course Schedule (Every Other Week):
- August 12, 13 & 14
- August 26, 27 & 28
Course Hours:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Final Exam:
August 28, 2026
Course Tuition:
$300
Course Location
First Coast School of Real Estate
1845 Town Center Blvd., Suite 200
Fleming Island, FL 32003
Our comfortable classroom is proudly hosted through the generosity of Golden Dog Title and Laurie Coon, providing students with a professional learning environment and opportunities to connect with local industry partners.
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Why Students Choose First Coast School of Real Estate
At First Coast School of Real Estate, we don’t just prepare students to earn a license—we prepare them to build careers.
Our instructors are active professionals who understand today’s market, current contracts, negotiation strategies, and the day-to-day challenges agents face. Every class is interactive, practical, and focused on helping you leave with confidence.
Whether you’re only a few months into your career or looking to sharpen your skills before your first renewal, our Post-Licensing Course provides the tools, accountability, and knowledge to help you grow your business from day one.
Reserve Your Seat Today
Seats are limited for our live classroom courses.
If you’re approaching your first license renewal, don’t wait until the last minute. Complete your post-licensing requirement while gaining practical business skills that will benefit your career for years to come.
We look forward to helping you take the next step toward becoming the real estate professional your clients deserve.