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Online Colorado Real Estate Education |
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Online Colorado Real Estate Education |
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Enrollment Information Entrance Requirements To enroll with ACREservices, an applicant must be at least 18 years of age. In order to become a real estate agent the Colorado Real Estate State Commission has the following requirements:
If you complete the ACREServices Real Estate Licensing Course, you will still need to pass the state exam and fulfill requirements 2 and 3 above. ACREServices, an approved computer real estate school,
offers online courses for the education of real estate professionals. We do not
provide placement assistance nor guarantee the transferability of credits to any other
institution.
All educational and experience requirements must be completed prior to submitting an application for a real estate license.
Grading
Policy
All
course exams are taken online and grades are posted immediately. Each
student must receive a grade of at least 75% on all required exams. Exams
may be taken more than once. The Colorado Real Estate Commission does not permit the taking
of more than eight hours of educational credit per work day. This means that the
minimum number of workdays to take the pre-licensing course is 21 working days.
ACREServices requires that students complete the pre-licensing course within
four (4) months, individual courses of more than eight hours must be
completed within one (1) month, and courses of eight hours or less must be
completed within one (1) week.
Tuition
Pre-licensing Real Estate Broker Program
$750 per student. $400 special discounted price for students during the beta test period, which ends December 31, 2002. Beta testers will be asked to submit bug reports for any errors they may find. Note: Beta testers, who pass all exams, will receive full credit for completing the pre-licensing course and may also take the final release course for free. Tuition - Continuing Education
Tuition - Individual Courses
Attendance and Completion Time Classes are held online only and at the convenience of the student. Office hours for technical support are weekdays, excluding holidays, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. All email and phone questions will be answered during these hours. The Colorado Real Estate Commission does not permit the taking of more than eight hours of educational credit per work day. This means that the minimum number of workdays to take the pre-licensing course is 21 working days. ACREServices requires that students complete the pre-licensing course within six months. About ACREServices Approved and Regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Division of Private Occupational Schools.
Mission Statement Our mission is provide quality user-friendly online educational resources to Real Estate Professionals.
Instructors
Course Information Pre-Licensing Course Curriculum The Colorado pre-licensing course consists of six modules. Each module is divided into subjects and each subject is divided into lessons. Optional quizzes are provided for each of the 78 lessons. There is a required test at the end of each of the 19 subjects and a final exam at the end of each of the six modules.
Continuing Education Courses Colorado continuing education six (6) or eight (8) hour courses provide brokers with up-to-date knowledge based on actual experience in the real estate field. We are not offering the mandatory eight (8) hour continuing education class because this class is being discontinued by the Colorado Real Estate Commission on Jan 1, 2003.
Individual Courses Individual real estate courses are available as needed for out-of-state licensees, lawyers, and front office personnel.
Glossary Terms The glossary contains more than 800 definitions to help you gain a greater understanding of real estate words and phases. Words and phrases defined in the glossary are
also included in the text. Place your cursor over words and phrases that are in
blue text to see their . Use the cursor to point to words and phrases as a way of clarifying the text. After reading each part of this course, review the glossary for that section
by selecting glossary to the left of the text. When you have completed the entire licensing course you might like to review the entire glossary as an affective study tool. At times, primarily in this first 48 credit hour course, we have added glossary terms with definitions to the text of a class. Definitions included in the text indicate important words and phrases necessary for a complete real estate education. Study the glossary terms that are in the text as part of the class material. The Manual and Learning Tools Icons
Manual links are designed to help the student locate related information in the Colorado Real Estate Manual. Click on manual reference icons to enhance your understanding of the content of a class. The manual often has more in-depth material on
subjects contained in the pre-licensing course. The Learning Tools icon leads to examples, sample forms and scenario answers. Contracts Contracts depicted in the ACREServices pre-licensing course are designed to assist in the learning process, and are not Commission-approved forms. Please note that on the contracts printed in our courses, we have used two different
fonts. The pre-printed portions of the form are in a font called Times New Roman. The portions of the form that are filled out by the broker are in a less ornate font called Arial. The Arial font is most often used throughout this course of study.
Course Exams ACREServices pre-licensing courses include three types of tests:
How to Take the Exams Read each question carefully, noting the negative phrases, such as "all of the following are correct except" or "which of the following is not true about." Read all four answers. If two answers seem correct, decide which answer most fits the question. Leaving and Retaking Exams There is no limit on the number of times that the student may take a quiz,
test or final exam. If you leave a quiz, test or exam before completing it you must start it over from the beginning. ACREServices uses a system of randomly rotating questions on final exams only. If a student leaves a final exam before completing it , the student will be presented with a new test and will need to start over from the beginning of that exam.
A Practice Question This is an example of how a typical question will be displayed. In this example, there are six questions in this quiz. The filled blue boxes indicate that the first two questions have been answered. The red outlined box indicates that we are currently looking at question four. Question three has been skipped and it's box is not filled in. You may look at the questions in any order and skip back and forth among them as you desire. The clear answer button will remove any answer selected (in this case A) so that the question will appear unanswered. The mark answer button will color the box yellow, indicating that you want to come back to that question and look over your answer again. Question five is marked. You will only be able to move forward to grading after all of the questions have been answered. Marking questions will not prevent you from proceeding to grading as long as all of the questions have been answered.
Quiz for lesson 1
of 6 of Real Property Characteristics & Definitions (10 credits)
Completing the Course Upon completion of the entire licensing course and passing of all required tests, final exam results will be sent to the Colorado Real Estate Commission. This will provide proof that you have satisfied the eductional requirements for a Colorado real estate license as determined by the Commission. Colorado State Broker Associate Exam Application An applicant for a broker's license must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, meet the minimum pre-licensing educational requirements, successfully complete the real estate exam, and successfully complete the application for licensure including all supporting documentation. All educational
requirements must precede application for licensure. In addition, the
Colorado Real Estate Commission is authorized to require the applicant to provide proof of character to safeguard the interest of the public. Examination The real estate license exam is made up of two parts. First time applicants must receive passing scores on both parts to proceed with the licensure process, but need not pass both parts on the same day. If the applicant failed one part, he or she may retake that part at a later date. A new (never previously licensed) applicant must successfully pass both parts of the real estate examination and complete 168 hours of Commission-approved pre-licensing education courses, such as the program offered by ACREservices. The general portion of the real estate examination is made up of 80 scored questions. Approximately ten percent (10%) of the scored questions on the general portion of the examination will involve mathematical computations. The state portion of the licensure examination contains 45 questions and includes calculations based on closing settlement worksheets. Math Calculations Candidates may use the following information in making mathematical calculations on the general portion of the real estate examinations unless otherwise stated in the text of the question:
Reservation Information/Policies Exam Fees The examination fee ($74) must be paid at the assessment center on the day of the examination by certified check, cashier's check, personal check, or money order made payable to "Assessment Systems, Inc." Cash will NOT be accepted.
Candidates will be provided with a confirmation number, which should be used for any contact with
ASI. Candidates should include their name and confirmation number on the payment. Examination fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Phone Reservations Candidates may call ASI Customer Care at (800) 274-0828 to make an exam reservation. Candidates should make a reservation by phone at least three (3) business days before the desired examination date. Please note: Walk-in testing is NOT available. Before calling, candidates should be prepared with the name of the tests to be taken, the preferred examination date and assessment center location, a failing score report (if retaking an examination), and the 4-digit ASI school code of the school the candidate attended (for pre-license candidates only), A Customer Care Associate will help candidates select a convenient examination date and location, and provide specific instructions about any necessary eligibility forms or documentation that must be brought to the examination. A reservation will be made based on the next available examination date. Candidates will receive directions to the ASI Assessment Center and will have an opportunity to ask questions. Online Reservations Candidates may make an examination reservation online by visiting the ASI Web site
http://www.asisvcs.com and clicking on Make An Exam Reservation. First time users must obtain a check-in code and will be asked to provide name, email address and phone number, as well as a personal password. Candidates will receive a check-in code immediately upon submitting the requested information. Candidates will be prompted with step-by-step instructions on completing the online Reservation Request Form. Fax Reservations Candidates may fax the Reservation Form to ASI at (888) 204-6291, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The completed form should be faxed at least four (4) business days before the desired examination date. A confirmation of the reservation will be returned by fax within 24 hours of receipt of the faxed request. Change/Cancel Policy Candidates should call Customer Care at (800) 274-0828 at least four (4) business days before the examination date to change or cancel a reservation. Candidates who change or cancel their reservations without proper notice will be responsible for the examination fee. . Weather Delays and Cancellations If severe weather or a natural disaster makes the ASI Assessment Center inaccessible or unsafe, the examination may be delayed or canceled. Candidates may tune to local radio stations for details on delays and cancellations during severe weather. Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf ASI is equipped with TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) to assist deaf and hearing-impaired candidates. TDD calling is available 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (EST), Monday through Friday toll-free at (800) 274-2617. This TDD phone option is for individuals equipped with compatible TDD machinery. Special Accommodations ASI complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.) and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 2000e et seq.), in accommodating disabled candidates who need special arrangements to take an examination. Candidates who require special arrangements due to impaired sensory, manual or speaking skills, or other disability, should fax the Special Accommodations Request Form to ASI. This form can be obtained through the ASI Test Center Operations. Candidates who have additional questions concerning ADA arrangements may contact the ADA Coordinator at (800) 274-3707. However, the Special Accommodations Request Form, along with the required supporting documentation, MUST be submitted to ASI before any special arrangements can be finalized. ASI will determine the time and place of specially arranged examinations and will confirm these arrangements directly with the candidate. Candidates who need to retake an examination should notify ASI that special arrangements were used for the prior examination. Due to the unique nature of each special request, ASI recommends candidates request special services as early as possible. ASI will make a concerted effort to provide reasonable accommodations as permitted by state licensing agencies and individual ASI Assessment Center capabilities. Taking the State Exam What to Bring to the Exam Candidates should bring the confirmation number they received when they made the examination reservation, proper identification and fees as follows:
Candidates who do not present the required items on examination day will be denied admission to the examination, considered absent, and will be responsible for the examination fee. Exam Procedures Candidates should report to the ASI Assessment Center thirty (30) minutes before the examination to complete registration. The manager will review required documentation and take each candidate's photograph for the score report. After registration, candidates will have an opportunity to take a tutorial on the EXPro system. The time spent on this tutorial will not reduce the examination time. The EXPro system eliminates the use of paper-and-pencil answer sheets. Examination questions and answer options are presented on a touch-sensitive screen. The examination is scored immediately after it is completed, and candidates leave the ASI Assessment Center with official scores in hand. Once candidates are familiar with the EXPro unit, they may begin the examination. The examination begins the moment a candidate looks at the first examination question. Candidates will be given four (4) hours to complete the examination. After the examination time has expired, the EXPro unit will automatically turn off. No candidate will be allowed extra time for the examination. Score Reporting When candidates complete the examination, they will receive a score report marked "pass" or "fail". Candidates who pass the examination will receive a score report that includes information on how to apply for a license. Candidates who fail the examination will receive a score report that includes a numeric score and diagnostic information relating to the general portion of the examination, as well as information about re-examination. Candidates who pass one part of the examination and fail the other need retake only the part they failed. Reservations for re-examination may not be made at the ASI Assessment Center. Candidates must wait 24 hours before scheduling a re-examination. Application for Licensure Procedure Step 1: Complete and document all education and experience requirements, and successfully complete the examination before filing the application for licensure
http://www.dora.state.co.us/real-estate/applics/Ba4-01.PDF
. Applicants may take the examination before completion of educational requirements. Step 2: An applicant must, within one (1) year of the date of passing both parts of a required examination, file the appropriate broker application with the Real Estate Commission. Such application must be accompanied by the application fee
http://www.dora.state.co.us/real-estate/clerical/fees.htm
and all supporting documentation required for the application. If the application is not filed within the one-year period, all rights to a passing score will be terminated and all examination records are invalid. Criminal Background Candidates who have been convicted, pled no contest to, or agreed to a deferred prosecution or judgment for any felony, misdemeanor, theft-related petty offense or have such charges pending, may apply for a preliminary advisory opinion (PAO) concerning the effect of such offenses on licensure. An applicant may request a PAO before completing any required education or examination. If a PAO is not requested, the applicant must complete an addendum to the broker license application. Requirements for the addendum are listed in the Real Estate Manual http://www.dora.state.co.us/real-estate/commindex.htm. Both the PAO and the addendum are available on the Division's web site http://www.dora.state.co.us/real-estate/commindex.htm under "Application Forms." What to Bring to the Exam Candidates should bring the confirmation number they received when they made the examination reservation, proper identification and fees as follows:
Candidates who do not present the required items on examination day will be denied admission to the examination, considered absent, and will be responsible for the examination fee. Exam Procedures Candidates should report to the ASI Assessment Center thirty (30) minutes before the examination to complete registration. The manager will review required documentation and take each candidate's photograph for the score report. After registration, candidates will have an opportunity to take a tutorial on the EXPro system. The time spent on this tutorial will not reduce the examination time. The EXPro system eliminates the use of paper-and-pencil answer sheets. Examination questions and answer options are presented on a touch-sensitive screen. The examination is scored immediately after it is completed, and candidates leave the ASI Assessment Center with official scores in hand. Once candidates are familiar with the EXPro unit, they may begin the examination. The examination begins the moment a candidate looks at the first examination question. Candidates will be given four (4) hours to complete the examination. After the examination time has expired, the EXPro unit will automatically turn off. No candidate will be allowed extra time for the examination. Score Reporting When candidates complete the examination, they will receive a score report marked "pass" or "fail". Candidates who pass the examination will receive a score report that includes information on how to apply for a license. Candidates who fail the examination will receive a score report that includes a numeric score and diagnostic information relating to the general portion of the examination, as well as information about re-examination. Candidates who pass one part of the examination and fail the other need retake only the part they failed. Reservations for re-examination may not be made at the ASI Assessment Center. Candidates must wait 24 hours before scheduling a re-examination. Application for Licensure Procedure Step 1: Complete and document all education and experience requirements, and successfully complete the examination before filing the application for licensure
http://www.dora.state.co.us/real-estate/applics/Ba4-01.PDF
. Applicants may take the examination before completion of educational requirements. Step 2: An applicant must, within one (1) year of the date of passing both parts of a required examination, file the appropriate broker application with the Real Estate Commission. Such application must be accompanied by the application fee
http://www.dora.state.co.us/real-estate/clerical/fees.htm
and all supporting documentation required for the application. If the application is not filed within the one-year period, all rights to a passing score will be terminated and all examination records are invalid. Criminal Background Candidates who have been convicted, pled no contest to, or agreed to a deferred prosecution or
judgment for any felony, misdemeanor, theft-related petty offense or have such charges pending, may apply for a preliminary advisory opinion (PAO) concerning the effect of such offenses on licensure. An applicant may request a PAO before completing any required education or examination. If a PAO is not requested, the applicant must complete an addendum to the broker license application. Requirements for the addendum are listed in the
Real Estate Manual
http://www.dora.state.co.us/real-estate/commindex.htm. Both the PAO and the addendum are available on the Division's web site http://www.dora.state.co.us/real-estate/commindex.htm
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