Agents Representative Course

Holmesglen Community & Industry Short Courses

Agent’s Representative Course

This course provides participants with the educational knowledge and skills required for employment as an Agent’s Representative

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Welcome to Holmesglen Short Courses Holmesglen is widely regarded as a leader in education and training services in Victoria and offers many benefits to your studies, with excellent campus facilities, comprehensive resources, student support and industry relevant training conducted by experienced trainers.

We thank you for expressing an interest in studying at Holmesglen and we look forward to helping you gain a nationally accredited qualification to further develop your career in the Real Estate industry.

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Course Information Course Overview

Course Description

The objective of this course is to provide participants with the practical industry knowledge to meet the academic requirements for registration as an Agents’ Representative. Students will complete three Units of Competency from CPP40307: Certificate IV in Property Services (Real Estate).

This course is sometimes also referred to as the Agent’s Licence or Sub-Licence course, and is the course you must do if you are being employed as a Real Estate Agents Representative in Sales or Property Management. All Agents’ Representatives have to be registered with Business Licensing Authority within two weeks of commencing work and evidence of completion of this course is required to support your registration.

Prerequisites to enrol Students must have sound English language and numerical skills and be able to understand oral instructions, read technical material and prepare written reports. Course materials include legal documents and forms. In order to handle the reading, writing, spoken and numerical tasks associated with real estate operations it is essential that students have a minimum equivalent to Level 2 of the National Reporting system.

These entry requirements may have been acquired through work experience, life experiences and/or previous education and training.

Qualifications and Recognition This course provides participants with the practical knowledge of the industry required to meet the academic conditions of the Business Licensing Authority for registration as an Agents’ Representative.

-- CPPDSM4080A: Work in the real estate industry -- CPPDSM4008A: Identify legal and ethical requirements of property sales to complete agency work -- CPPDSM4007A: Identify legal and ethical requirements of property management to complete agency work

Career Opportunities • Agents Representative • Further education: Certificate IV in Property Services (Real Estate)

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What are our Fees Fee for service

Government funded students

If this course is lower than any qualification already held, then you will not be eligible for a Government funded place.

If this course is higher than any qualification already held, then you will be eligible for a Government funded place.

How to Enrol?

Before you proceed, please check to see if you are eligible for Government funding, entitling you to a reduced enrolment fee. Now that you have checked your eligibility, please follow the simple steps below to get started.

Once you have found a session that suits you, click on the green button ‘apply now’ and follow the on screen Short Course application form. Upon completion, you will be required to make payment of the course in full to process your enrolment.

How to Enrol if you are paying full Fee for Service

If you would like to talk to one of our staff, please give us a call on (03) 9564 1546 or visit our office to discuss your requirements. (Payment plans are available)

Step 1 - Visit us online at: www.holmesglen.edu.au/shortcourses Step 2 - Select, from the subject list on the left hand side of the screen – Property Services.

Step 3 - For session information ‘Click to view course dates’ at the top of the page.

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Are you eligible for Government funding?

Does the applicant meet the citizenship/ residency requirements?

No

YES

Is the applicant under 20 on 1 Jan in the year in which the course commences?

NO

YES

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Applicant is not eligible

Is the applicant seeking entry to a Foundation Skills course?

NO

Is the applicant an Apprentice?

YES

Is the course Is the applied applicant for at a higher enrolled in two NO NO level than or more GSP YES the highest courses qualification in the calendar already held? year?

YES

YES

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Applicant is not eligible

No

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Applicant is eligible for a government subsidised place

Important Information Students are eligible for a Government funded place if the student is: and be aged under 20 on 1 January in the year in which the course commences.

Or if aged over 20 on 1 January in the year in which the course commences: An Australian citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a holder of a Special Category Visa including New Zealand citizens (sub class 444), enrolling in a qualification higher than the highest qualification already held.

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How to enrol if you are entitled to Government Funding Step 1 - Complete our eForm at http://eform.holmesglen.edu.au You can access the eForm at home via the internet, or your local library, etc or come to the Holmesglen Short Course Department Chadstone Campus, Building 2 and we will assist you.

Step 2 - Write down, (or print) your unique eForm number, when its’ given to you online and remember to bring it with you when enrolling. We will need this to process your application.

Step 3 - Once you have submitted your application, we will assess your application to ensure that you are entitled to Government funding.

What to bring when enrolling For a Government funded place, bring all of the following documents with you when enrolling, otherwise it will not be possible to complete your enrollment.

• Your eForm Number if accessed online • Fee Payment • Documentation to prove identity and to enable your eligibility for a Government funded place to be assessed.

What documents can be used to prove your identity?

To prove your eligibility, students must provide two of the following at the time of enrolment.

• Current Passport • Australian Birth Certificate or official extract of Birth Certificate • Driver’s license or learners permit

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Frequently Asked Questions 1. Who can enrol in the course?

We offer the course to train people wishing to enter the real estate profession and to be employed as an agents’ representative. There are no educational prerequisites however competence in spoken and written English is essential.

2. What does the course involve?

The basic knowledge and skill required to work as an agents’ representative, which includes an understanding of how the industry operates, knowledge of the basic legal principles relating to property sales and property management, and skill in the completion of various documents required for the sale and leasing of property. The focus is on the legal and ethical requirements – although some basic customer service and communication issues are covered that is not the purpose of this course.

3. What is the availability and duration of the course?

The course is available on a full time basis Monday– Friday, 9am-5pm (five days) or part time for 5 weeks (various options).

4. What are the assessment requirements?

To complete the course, students must successfully complete all written assignments and tests.

5. What are the entry requirements?

Students must have sound English language (at least level 2), maths skills and be able to understand oral instructions, read technical material and prepare written reports. The content involves being able to read and interpret legislation and legal documents which can be quite complex. It requires good comprehension and maths skills.

6. What is the eligibility for employment?

To be eligible to work in the industry you must be at least 18 years old, have passed the Agents’ Representatives course, be of good character and be a fit and proper person. A police records check prior to commencing employment determines this.

You cannot be employed if you are insolvent under administration or have had a claim upheld against the Estate Agents’ Guarantee Fund. You can check with Business Licensing if you are unsure of your status in this regard. Phone: 1300 135452 7. How long is my training valid for?

You must commence work in the real estate industry within five years of completion of this course.

8. Should I buy any textbooks?

No, the materials fee has already been included into the course fee and you will be provided with the textbook on the first day of your course.

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9. When do I enrol?

It is recommended that you enrol as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Normal Short Courses terms and conditions apply re refunds/transfers etc 10. What if the course is not going ahead?

We need a minimum of 10 enrolments to be able to confirm the course. If the course is cancelled due to low enrolments you’ll be able to get a full refund or to transfer your payment to another course.

11. Are there other conditions I need to meet for registration with Business Licensing Authority?

Agent’s Representatives must meet the following requirements for registration: • Be at least 18 years of age • Have a registered address in Victoria • Pass the prescribed course • Obtain an authority to act signed by the principal of the agency you will represent • Present a police check not more than six month old.

• Provide a permission application form to BLA confirming your eligibility to practice real estate

For more information Business Licensing Authority www.bla.vic.gov.au Consumer Affairs Victoria www.consumer.vic.gov.au Real Estate Institute of Victoria www.reiv.com.au

Course Competencies Agents Representative Course Course Length 5 days or 5 weeks

Units of Competency

Assessment

-- CPPDSM4080A: Work in the real estate industry -- CPPDSM4008A: Identify legal and ethical requirements of property sales to complete -- CPPDSM4007A: Identify legal and ethical requirements of property management to complete agency work

Assessment is a combination of written assignments and tests. Students are required to attend tests and complete assignments as scheduled.

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Location: Chadstone Campus Batesford Road, Chadstone Victoria, Australia 3148 City Campus 332 St Kilda Road, Southbank Victoria, Australia 3006 Course Enquiries Short Courses Department Chadstone: 9564 1541 E: shortcourses@holmesglen.edu.au W: www.holmesglen.edu.au/shortcourses

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