CONTINUING EDUCATION
Understanding CE
All Pennsylvania real estate licensees (salesperson, associate broker, broker) must renew their license every two years. The current renewal period began June 1, 2024, and ends May 31, 2026. The Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission requires all real estate licensees (including brokers and associate brokers) to complete 14 hours of education each renewal period.
LET’S BREAKDOWN YOUR RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS...
Agents who were licensed before 11/30/23
PA SREC Requirements:
3-hour Agency and 2-hour Fair Housing
GHRI Course: Agency in Today’s World (3.5 hrs)
Satisfies PA’s 3-hour Agency requirement
GHRI Course: Fair Housing: Reflecting on the Past, Shaping the Future OR Commercial Fair Housing Updates (3.5 hrs)
Satisfies PA’s 2-hour Fair Housing AND NAR’s 2 - hour Fair Housing requirement
GHRI Satellite Location Course: Navigating Agency in a Changing World Satisfies PA’s 2-hour Fair Housing AND NAR’s 2 - hour Fair Housing requirement
NAR Code
of Ethics Requirement:
Cycle runs Dec 1, 2025 through Dec 31, 2027
GHRI Course: Positively Ethical: A Fresh Look at the Code of Ethics or NAR Code of Ethics: For the Commercial Practitioner (3 5 hrs)
Satisfies NAR’s 2 5 - hour ethics requirement
Elective
2.5-hour 3 5-hour
An additional 3 5-hours of Continuing education
New agents licensed between Dec. 1, 2023, and Nov. 30, 2025
General Module
7-Hours required
Residential or Commercial
Module
7-Hours required, must take one of the two courses
REQUIRED COURSES
Fair Housing: Reflecting on the Past, Shaping Our Future
Credit: 3.5 Hours CE
Requirement: PA SREC Fair Housing & NAR Fair Housing
This 3 ½ hour course will cover the history of housing discrimination, protected classes, common fair housing violations, advertising requirements, accommodations and modifications for persons with disabilities, PA State Laws, Article 10 of the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, current issues, and best practices to avoid discrimination The course is approved for the mandatory 2 hours of Fair Housing required by the PA SREC for the 2024-2026 CE cycle The course is also approved for the NAR Fair Housing requirement for the January 1, 2025- December 31, 2027 cycle Cost is $50
August 21
Instructor: Gary Muccio | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
September 5 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Tracee Carter
September 25 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Trina Malloy
October 28 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Danielle Winn
November 7 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Agency in Today’s World
Credit: 3 5 Hours CE
Requirement: PA SREC Agency
This course will remind students of agency law, specifically PA agency law This course will review students in the use of standard forms to aid them in complying with RELRA We will discuss the requirement to always have two forms with every consumer, a Consumer Notice and a second form which outlines the agent’s relationship with the consumer, which can be representation or non-representation We will provide scenarios and talking points for agents to engage in conversations with consumers about agency and fees We’ll review and discuss both the duties owed by licensees in PA to all consumers, and the specific fiduciary duties owed to clients We’ll also discuss undisclosed dual agency pitfalls Approved for 3 ½ hour CE for the 2024-2026 CE cycle, and approved for the 3-hours PA SREC Mandatory Agency requirement for 2024-2026 Cost $50
September 5 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: John Tice
September 18 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m
Instructor: Sue Kichman
Instructor: John Tice
November 20 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Trina Malloy
December 2 | 8:30
Instructor: Sue Kichman
October 20
Instructor: Trina Malloy
November 4 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Megan Grasso
Instructor: Tracee Carter Virtual
December 16
Instructor: Danielle Winn Virtual
Instructor: Sue Kichman | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
November 13 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Commercial Fair Housing Update
Credit: 3 5 Hours CE
Requirement: PA SREC Fair Housing & NAR Fair Housing
This 3 ½ hour course will cover the basics of Fair Housing, Steering, Redlining, Implicit Bias, Familial Status Disabilities, medical marijuana protection, advertising, sexual harassment as discrimination, use of criminal background checks, and best practices for Fair Housing, plus much more The course is approved for the mandatory 2-hours of Fair Housing required by the PA SREC for the 2024-2026 CE cycle Course is also approved for the NAR Fair Housing requirement for the January 1, 2025-December 31, 2027 cycle Cost $50
October 10 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Steven Williams, Esquire
Instructor: John Tice
December 19 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Trina Malloy
DID YOU KNOW?
While course content may focus on either residential or commercial topics, all continuing education classes are open to everyone!
This flexibility allows you to expand your expertise and fulfill your CE requirements.
REQUIRED COURSES
Positively
Ethical:
A Fresh Look at the Code of Ethics
Credit: 3 5 Hours CE
Requirement: NAR Code of Ethics
This 3 ½ hour course will cover the NAR Code of Ethics Preamble, the concepts established in Articles 1, 2, 3, 11 and 16 of the COE, and will identify possible violations, describe the Professional Standards process, how to use the COE in daily business practices, explain the Pathways to Professionalism, and much more The course is approved for 3 ½ hours CE by the PA SREC for the 2024-2026 CE cycle Course is also approved for the NAR Ethics Requirement for the January 1, 2025-December 31, 2027 cycle (Cycle 8 ) Cost is $50
August 21 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Danielle Winn
September 18 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: John Tice
October 6 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Michelle Sneidman
Instructor: Tracee Carter
October 30 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: John Tice
November 18 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Leslie St. John
December 10 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Michelle Sneidman
NAR Code of Ethics: For the Commercial Practitioner
Credit: 3 5 Hours CE
Requirement: NAR Code of Ethics
General Module
Credit: 7 Hours CE
Requirement: New Licensee
One of 2 required modules for new licensees’ first renewal cycle, for those licensed between December 1, 2023, and November 30, 2025
This course aims to provide standard salespersons with a high level of knowledge and understanding regarding key areas of real estate practice Protect yourself and your client with proper documentation Real Estate Professionals will learn: duties of licensees, closing costs for buyers and sellers, the Agreement of Sale and addenda, title reports, agency relationships, zoning, and environmental concerns Approved for 7 Hours PA Real Estate CE credit for the 2024-2026 cycle
Instructor: Danielle Winn
Residential Module
Credit: 7 Hours CE
Requirement: New Licensee
This Commercial focused NAR Ethics class will cover business ethics and review COE articles 1, 2, 3, 10,11, & 16 The course will describe the Professional Standards process, Arbitration, and Commercial focused case studies Course is approved for 3 5 hours CE for the 2024 -2026 PA SREC cycle and 2 5 hours NAR Ethics for the January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2027 Ethics cycle Cost $50
September 23
December 4
October 14 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Jim Helsel
One of two required modules for new licensees’ first renewal cycle, for those licensed between December 1, 2023, and November 30, 2025
The seven-hour Residential Module enables the salesperson licensee to provide the highest level of professional services to consumers in residential transactions Protect yourself and your clients with proper documentation Real Estate Professionals will learn: Agreement of Sale, types of construction, land development, home inspections and warranties, mortgage information, foreclosure and short sales, fair housing, and uniform construction code and zoning Approved for 7 Hours PA Real Estate CE credit for the 2024-2026 cycle Cost is $85
November 5
December 18 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Gary Muccio
Commercial Module
Credit: 7 Hours CE
Requirement: New Licensee
One of 2 required modules for new licensees’ first renewal cycle, for those licensed between December 1, 2023 and November 30, 2025
This seven-hour module is designed to enable the salesperson licensee to provide the highest level of professional services to consumers in commercial transactions Real Estate Professionals will learn: Agreement of Sale, Letter of Intent, Environmental Issues, Leases and Clauses, Property Management, 1031 Exchanges, Tenant Fit Out, Floor Measurements and Load Factors, and Zoning Issues Approved for 7 Hours PA Real Estate CE credit for the 2024-2026 cycle Cost $85
October 16 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Jim Helsel
CONTINUING EDUCATION ELECTIVES
Bright MLS Workshop and Q&A
Credit: 3 5 Hours CE
This course will provide students with a better understanding of how to use the MLS Tools to better serve their customers This course will cover: searching, understanding statuses, Maps and Reports, Auto E-mailing, the Client Portal, basics, branding and more This course is approved for 3 ½ hours CE for the 20242026 CE Cycle Cost is $50
August 20 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: John Showalter
AI, Cybercrime & Safe Work Practices for Real Estate: Protecting Buyers, Sellers & FSBOs at Every Step
Credit: 3 5 Hours CE
This 3 ½ hour course will: identify the risks in real estate from social media exposure to AI cybercrimes, educate agents on how to assess red flags and verify identities, teach agents how to design a safe showing and listing gameplan online and how to market smart on social media, photos and virtual safety Course will also cover AI tools and cybercrime awareness, ID theft, wire fraud & phishing tactics, Smartphone safety, how to educate buyers on researching crime and environmental risks, safety at Open Houses and FSBO safety services, how to teach sellers to lock down their listings, stay visible online safely and much more Course is approved for 3 ½ hours CE by the PA SREC for the 2024-2026 CE cycle Cost is $50
September 22 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Tracey Hawkins
Understanding Municipal Zoning and Land Use
Credit: 3.5 Hours CE
Introduction on How to List and Sell Commercial Investment Properties
Credit: 3 5 Hours CE
This 3 ½ hour class is designed for agents and brokers who want a clear understanding of the buyer’s side of the commercial real estate transaction Course will cover how to systemize your business, understanding the language of the investor, understanding the three types of ROI, letters of intent, cap rates, the three types of investors and how they buy, exploring diminishing return on equity, and much more Approved for 3 ½ hour of CE for the 2024-2026 cycle Cost is $50
October 2 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Virtual Instructor: Michael Simpson
A Fresh Look at the Agreement of Sale and Addenda
Credit: 3 5 Hours CE
This 3 ½ hour course will raise knowledge and competence when preparing and presenting the Agreement of Sale and the various addenda Termination, release forms, procedures, and proper escrow and money procedures will be discussed The course will discuss all provisions, rights, and responsibilities of sellers, buyers, and licensees The course is approved for 3 1/2 hours CE by the PA SREC for the 2024-2026 CE cycle Cost is $50
October 9 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
December 5 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:.00 p.m.
Instructor: Gary Muccio
A Fresh Look at Employment Contracts
Credit: 3.5 Hours CE
This course led by Cumberland County and the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, will cover zoning origins and history, zoning in Pennsylvania including authority from municipalities planning code, visual tour of zoning in Cumberland and Dauphin Counties, zoning from real estate licensees’ perspectives, contemporary zoning ideas including mixed use and overlay districts, plus much more Approved for 3 ½ hour of CE for the 2024-2026 cycle Cost is $50
September 24 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructors: Kirk Stoner and Andrew Bomberger
One of two required modules for new licensees’ first renewal cycle, for those licensed between December 1, 2023, and November 30, 2025 The seven-hour Residential Module enables the salesperson licensee to provide the highest level of professional services to consumers in residential transactions Protect yourself and your clients with proper documentation Real Estate Professionals will learn: Agreement of Sale, types of construction, land development, home inspections and warranties, mortgage information, foreclosure and short sales, fair housing, and uniform construction code and zoning Approved for 7 Hours PA Real Estate CE credit for the 2024-2026 cycle Cost is $85
October 22 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
December 17 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Gary Muccio
CONTINUING EDUCATION ELECTIVES
Getting to Yes – Negotiating on Behalf of Your Clients
Credit: 3.5 Hours CE
This 3 ½ hour class will cover how an agent can successfully negotiate on behalf of his or her client, without violating fiduciary duties Students will learn how to: identify opportunities for negotiation, understand the win/win strategy, negotiate strategy with clients through consultation, use strategies to help both sides focus on their respective positions, demonstrate techniques learned in class to negotiate, and much more Approved for 3 ½ hour of CE for the 2024-2026 cycle Cost is $50
Fundamentals of Condominium Development and Sales
Credit: 3 5 Hours CE
This 3 ½ hour course will review the Condominium Act, Site/Building Plans, Residential vs Commercial, Building vs Land, Financing Requirements such as: resale certification, financing, defaults, and insurance; Municipal impact Fees, Storm Water, Inspections and much more Course is approved for 3 1/2 hours CE by the PA SREC for the 2024-2026 CE cycle Cost is $50
November 19 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Art Campbell
October 23 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Virtual
Instructor: Melanie McLane
Leveraging AI to Become a Generational Guru
Credit: 3.5 Hours CE
This 3 ½ hour course will discuss how you can provide the highest level of service to each client, when for the first time in history, there are 5 generations in the workplace Course will review the differences between each generation and how to best use AI to market to each generation in writing marketing materials, improving your open houses, producing video scripts and much more Students will learn the best marketing strategies for each generation Course is approved for 3 ½ hours CE by the PA SREC for the 2024-2026 CE cycle Cost is $50
Financing Fundamentals: What Every Agent Should Know
Credit: 3.5 Hours CE
This 3 ½ hour course will raise salesperson’s knowledge and competence regarding real estate financing The class will review common mortgage products and government loans The course will discuss laws, entities, and processes and procedures surrounding the real estate financing portion of the real estate transaction The course is approved for 3 ½ hours CE by the PA SREC for the 2024-2026 CE cycle Cost is $50
December 11 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Danielle Winn
November 6 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Virtual
Instructor: Jillaine Morrison
Pitfalls in Negotiating Commercial Leases
Credit: 3 5 Hours CE
This 3 ½ hour course will cover what a lease is, the necessity of a written lease, governing laws such as: landlord tenant, fair housing and contract interpretation principles; parties’ intentions and court interpretations, parties to lease, premises, monetary and other important least terms, default and remedies and much more Course is approved for 3 1/2 hours CE by the PA SREC for the 2024-2026 CE cycle Cost is $50
November 12 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Steven Williams, Esquire
BROKER DESIGNATION COURSES
Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE)
Credit: 15 Hours CE
Requirement: Elective Broker
This 15-hour, two-day NAR certification program gives REALTORS® the tips and tools they need to be skillful advocates for their clients Improve your negotiating skills Learn about behind-the-scenes issues and how to deal with them; Learn how to handle a wide range of personalities and situations and learn to sort out the competing objectives of the parties involved in a transaction Approved for 15 hours of CE and 1 Broker elective credit for the 2024-2026 CE cycle Also counts as an elective credit for ABR and SRS $299, includes course materials
September 24 & 25 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Christine Rader
Real Estate Law
Credit: 30 Hours CE
Requirement: Mandatory Broker
This is a required course for broker licensure candidates Topics covered will include: introduction to real property, contract law, the real estate transaction, leases, law and the real estate licensee, counsel of attorney and much more Approved for 2 broker credits and 30 hours of PA Real Estate Continuing Education for the 2024-2026 CE Cycle Cost is $400, plus $60 for textbook
October 20, 22, 27 & 29 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sue Kichman
Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES)
Credit: 15 Hours CE
Requirement: Elective Broker
The SRES Designation Course helps real estate professionals gain an understanding of how best to help buyers and seller - and their families- handle transitions in lifestyle This class will help you understand types of housing available for the 50+ market, Identify key life stages, viewpoints, and transitions in relation to housing choices Recognize how a home can be adapted for safety, comfort, and aging in place Learn about how reverse mortgages, pensions, 401(k) accounts, and IRAs impact real estate decisions Identify mortgage finance and loan schemes and scams that victimize borrowers over the age of 50 Ensure your transactions comply with federal laws, including the Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) Stay focused on the transaction and avoid inappropriate involvement in family matters Gain knowledge of how Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security affect your client, and learn how to market to seniors and much more This is the core course required for the SRES Designation, and counts as an elective course for the ABR designation This NAR designation course is approved for 1 broker elective credit and 15 hours of PA Real Estate CE for the 2024-2026 cycle Cost is $299, including materials
December 11 & 12 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Instructor: Pat Moyer
GHRI SCHOOL POLICIES
NOTE: At the time a GHAR member registers for a class, he assumes payment responsibility for that class. GHAR members may pay tuition (class fees) at the door. Nonmembers must pay at time of registration Tuition must be paid in full prior to the start of a class Tuition payments are refundable if 48 hour cancellation notice is given If a student leaves after a class begins, no portion of tuition is refunded Exceptions due to hardship/emergency may be granted by the School Director Students must have registered, paid for class, and be seated at the advertised class start time in order to be admitted to the class Late arrivals will not be seated, and will not be entitled to a refund. If the School finds it necessary to cancel the entire course, the full dollar amount of any payment will be promptly refunded. If the School cancels a portion of the course, the unused portion of the tuition may be credited towards a future course or refunded No portion of the tuition will be refunded after class day begins GHRI does not permit auditing
In order to better accommodate your needs, please be sure to notify us in advance, if you have any disability which will require special auxiliary aids and/or services at this event. Payments to the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® are not deductible as charitable contributions for Federal Income Tax purposes; however, such payments may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses
GHRI SEASON PASS
SEASON PASS
One Low Price - Unlimited
WHAT IS THE SEASON PASS?
The GHRI Season Pass provides FREE registration ONLY for 3.5 or 7 hour CE classroom or Zoom classes conducted solely by GHRI until May 31, 2026. Courses offered in partnership with other entities are excluded, including ALL online courses, designation courses and broker courses.
Includes full access to unlimited 3.5 or 7 hour continuing education classes in person or live on Zoom! $150
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Must purchase season pass by March 31, 2026. Can be used for all standard continuing education classes registered for and completed between August 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026. Full payment must be received at the time of registration.
*Please note that only individuals who possess an active real estate license, and hold membership with GHAR are eligible to purchase the Season Pass *
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Are there Restrictions?
The GHRI Season Pass provides FREE registration ONLY for 3 ½ or 7 hour classroom or virtual Zoom classes conducted solely by GHRI until May 31, 2026. Courses offered in partnership with other entities are excluded, including ALL online courses, Designation courses and Broker courses.
**Please note only individuals who possess an active real estate license, and hold membership with GHAR are eligible to purchase the Season Pass. **
Terms and Conditions:
The Season Pass is active August 1, 2025 through May 31, 2026 This pass cannot be used for classes either held prior to August 1, 2025 or held after the May 31, 2026 expiration date
This offer is not retroactive.
The pass is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Purchase of pass is required prior to date of first class, and before March 31, 2026.
Only the individual who purchases the Season Pass can use it for participating courses
Individuals must indicate they are Season Pass Holders when registering over the phone or in person at the Association and CANNOT use the pass when registering online
Pre-registration for Season Pass holders is required Pass includes the required Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission courses for new licensees; the PA SREC mandatory Fair Housing and Agency classes; as well as the NAR required Code of Ethics and Fair Housing classes
GHRI retains the right to suspend Season Pass holder benefits if benefits are being abused by individuals, including repeatedly registering for classes and not attending, or cancelling.