Idaho Licensing Requirements and Education
Idaho sets pre-license education, examination, affiliation, and continuing-education requirements for salespersons. This chapter summarizes the path to and maintenance of an Idaho license.
Pre-License Education and Examination
An applicant for an Idaho salesperson license must complete the approved pre-license coursework and pass the licensing examination, which covers national real estate principles and Idaho-specific law. Applicants must also meet character and eligibility requirements set by the Commission. Passing the exam is a prerequisite, but the license must be placed with a designated broker to become active.
Affiliation With a Designated Broker
A newly licensed Idaho salesperson may practice only when the license is placed with and supervised by a designated broker. The designated broker accepts responsibility for the salesperson's licensed activity and for the brokerage's trust account. A salesperson who leaves a brokerage generally may not conduct licensed activity until the license is transferred to another designated broker.
Renewal and Continuing Education
Idaho real estate licenses renew on a set cycle, and licensees must complete Commission-approved continuing education before renewing. Continuing education keeps licensees current with law and practice. Practicing on an expired license, or renewing without completing required education, can subject a licensee to discipline.