Real Estate
The Real Estate Program is designed to equip students with the practical knowledge and industry-specific skills required to succeed in today’s competitive real estate market.
- Level I Certificate
- Applied Associate of Science
- Online
- Online
15 - 60 Credit Hours
Ready, SET, career
*This program is anticipated to launch in Fall 2026, but is pending final approval by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
The Real Estate Program is designed to equip students with the practical knowledge and industry-specific skills required to succeed in today’s competitive real estate market. The program provides a flexible pathway aligned with Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) licensure requirements. The curriculum emphasizes transaction-ready competencies, ensuring students are prepared to move confidently from coursework to professional practice.
Students develop expertise in contracts, leasing, property operations, digital real estate tools and regulatory compliance. With targeted instruction focused on residential real estate and property management, the program combines foundational real estate principles with applied learning experiences that reflect current market expectations. Coursework is designed to strengthen communication, negotiation and client service skills, while reinforcing ethical standards and legal responsibilities within the profession.
Upon completion of the program, graduates are prepared to pursue TREC licensure and enter the workforce with the practical experience and professional competencies needed to thrive in residential real estate or property management.
Who is this certificate for?
This certificate is ideal for students interested in pursuing a career in residential real estate or property management. Whether you are preparing to meet Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) licensing requirements or seeking practical skills to enter the industry quickly, the program provides a strong foundation in contracts, finance, market analysis, and regulatory compliance.
Where and How Is This Program Available?
All courses are available online.
Skills That Set You Apart
Master contracts, property management, market analysis, and regulatory compliance while gaining hands-on experience with real estate technology and client service.
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Skills You'll Gain
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Competency in real estate law, contracts, leasing, property operations, and regulatory compliance.
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Communication, negotiation, and client service skills, while reinforcing ethical standards and legal responsibilities within the profession.
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Market analysis, property valuation, and investment evaluation.
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Use of real estate software, databases, and marketing tools to support client services.
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Statewide Industry Insights
- Current Workforce: 12,521
- Average Salary: $62,600
- Open Positions: 1,319
Job Titles: Realtors, Real Estate Agents, Real Estate Brokers, Real Estate Sales Agents, Licensed Realtors
Data provided by Lightcast, 2025.
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