Every licensed New York real estate agent must complete 22.5 hours of continuing education (CE) every two years to renew their license. Here’s exactly how to get it done — and why doing it at Main St Success makes sense for Long Island agents.
What Are the 22.5 CE Hours Made Of?
New York divides the 22.5 hours into mandatory and elective categories:
Mandatory (12.5 hours):
- Fair Housing — 3 hours
- Implicit Bias Awareness — 2 hours
- Cultural Competency — 2 hours
- Ethical Business Practices — 2.5 hours
- Legal Matters — 1 hour
- Law of Agency — 2 hours (first renewal only)
Elective (10 hours): Your choice of approved topics — technology in real estate, contracts, commercial property, property management, and more.
Three Ways to Complete CE at Main St Success
1. Online Self-Paced
Log in from anywhere, any time. Complete at your own pace. Most agents finish in 1–3 days. Certificate issued immediately.
2. Live Zoom
Interactive sessions with experienced Long Island instructors. Ask questions, earn hours in real time.
3. In-Person Classes
Classroom-based CE at our Long Island location. Meet other agents, get local market context.
When Do You Need CE?
Your NY real estate license expires every two years. You must complete all 22.5 CE hours before that date or your license lapses. Check your expiration date on the NY DOS license lookup — don’t wait until the last minute.
What Happens If You Miss the Deadline?
If you miss your CE renewal deadline, your license becomes inactive. You cannot legally practice real estate in New York until you complete your CE and reinstate your license. The reinstatement process takes additional time and fees — it’s always better to complete CE on time.
Why Long Island Agents Choose Main St Success
Main St Success instructors are active real estate professionals in Nassau and Suffolk County. The content is relevant, the examples are local, and you walk away with CE that actually applies to your business — not just boxes checked.
- NY DOS-approved — all 22.5 hours count
- 98% first-time pass rate on licensing exams
- Flexible scheduling — fits around your deals
- Same-day certificates