Code of Ethics Training

REALTORS® are required to complete ethics training of not less than two hours, 30 minutes of instructional time within three-year cycles. The training must meet specific learning objectives and criteria established by the National Association of REALTORS®.

The Current Cycle 8 began on January 1, 2025, and will end on December 31st, 2027.

Only courses and equivalencies provided by a local, state, or national REALTOR® association can satisfy the Code of Ethics training requirement.

Training may be completed through local REALTOR® association live classroom courses or online courses, but your certificate of completion must be sent to [email protected].

Completing the COE Requirement

You can satisfy the Requirement for Cycle 8 by completing one of the following activities between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2027.

• A NAR Code of Ethics training class
• An ORRA live or virtual Code of Ethics class
• The NAR Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) certification program
• The Professional Standards annual training course
• The Professional Standards Course in the GRI 100 Series
• ORRA's Online Code of Ethics Course through TheCEShop.com

Verifying Your Status

To verify that your record accurately reflects a Code of Ethics course you have already taken or completed online, log into the Member Portal.

Once logged in, a blue box at the top left corner will display your your "COE Complete" status.

• Yes: You have met the requirement and do not need to take additional training.
• No: You still need to meet the requirement. Please refer to the options listed above or contact the ORRA Professional Development Department at 407.513.7268 or [email protected] for assistance.

To access NAR's Code of Ethics, professional standards, and mediation resources, click here

Code of Ethics FAQ

What is the Code of Ethics and why does NAR require Code of Ethics training?

As a REALTOR® Member, you are required by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) to complete one Code of Ethics training during each three-year cycle. The training, which must be at least 2.5 hours and meet NAR’s specific learning objectives, is what sets REALTORS® apart from other real estate professionals.

By adhering to the Code of Ethics, REALTORS® commit to conducting business above and beyond what is required by law or regulation.

NAR first established mandatory Code of Ethics training in 1999 to ensure members view the Code as a living guide in their daily practice. The training heightens awareness of its key principles, fosters professionalism and competency, and reinforces the REALTOR® difference.

Failure to complete the requirement by the cycle deadline (December 31, 2027 for Cycle 8) results in immediate suspension of membership, with termination beginning March 1st.

To whom does this apply?

All active REALTOR® and Appraiser Members. Members who have earned the NAR REALTOR® Emeritus status are exempt from the NAR Code of Ethics requirements.

When does the current training cycle end?

The current cycle, Cycle 8, began January 1st, 2025, and will end December 31st, 2027. The future cycle, Cycle 9, will begin on January 1st, 2028.

Where do I take Code of Ethics training?

Training may be completed through ORRA, NAR, or NAR-approved providers such as LEAP or The CE Shop.

When registering for NAR’s Code of Ethics online training, you will need to provide your first and last name or your Member ID number. If you do not know your Member ID number, you can find it:

• On your NAR Membership Card. It is an 8 or 9-digit number.
• On your REALTOR® Magazine label. It is the 8 or 9-digit number between the slashes, above your name.
• Use the NAR “Find your Member ID” form

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Code of Ethics Questions? Please contact the Education Department at [email protected] or call 407-513-7268.