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Before You Can Join The Eastern CT Association of Realtors,®
There Are Four Steps To Becoming A Realtor®

Step 1

Register for Principals and Practices Course

Deepen your understanding of essential concepts and strategies, tailored for professionals seeking to advance their skills and knowledge.

Step 2

Register for the State Exam

Choose Initial/Exam Application and following the prompts. One you are approved, you will contacted by the testing vendor, PSI, with exam scheduling instructions. Questions regarding this process can be emailed to dcp.licenseservices@ct.gov.

Step 3

Affiliate with a Broker

Gain access to professional expertise, valuable resources, and a network of opportunities that can help you grow and succeed in your real estate career. Partnering with a broker provides the support and guidance needed to navigate the industry with confidence.

Step 4

Join ECAR

If you’re looking for a career as a real estate agent in Eastern Connecticut and you want to join a very active local association, then you’ve come to the right place!

Three Terrific Options to Take the Course

Our virtual CT real estate pre-licensing ‘Principals & Practices‘ courses are held online via Zoom. The courses meet the mandatory requirement for CT real estate salespersons pre-licensing education as set forth by the Connecticut Real Estate Commission. Candidates must complete 60 hours of class time before they can take the course exam. A passing grade of 70% is required for real estate salespersons candidates.

Option #1: Saturday 12-Week Course
  • Join at ANY Time!!!
  • Meets every Saturday on Zoom from 9:00AM to 2:00PM for 12 weeks
  • You can join an ANY Saturday and attend for 12 classes!

  • Current Class Schedule

Option #2: Weekday 5-Week Course

  • Start Date: TBD (2027)

  • Meets every Monday & Wednesday on Zoom from 9:00AM to 3:30PM for 5 weeks

  • TBD 2027

Option #3: Weeknight 10-Week Course

  • Start Date: September 15th!

  • Meets every Tuesday & Thursday on Zoom from 5:30PM to 8:30PM for 10 weeks

  • 9/15/2026-11/24/2026

  • Current Class Schedule

If you have questions about these programs, please contact us at 860-892-2595 or email marina@easternctrealtors.com

Our Incredible Lineup of Instructors

Amy Buchas Lavoie

Amy brings 19 years of experience in Residential Real Estate marketing and sales to her classes. She is affiliated with Accredited Buyer Representation designation, Seller Representative Specialist designation, At Home with Diversity Certification, Real Estate Negotiation Expert certification, Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternative certification, Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource, Pricing Strategy Advisor and Right Start.

Bethany P. Talbot

Bethany is a licensed Real Estate Agent in Connecticut.  She received the award Best of Berlin Realtor in 2019.  She is a full time teacher with a masters in educational technology in curriculum and instruction.  She loves teaching and using innovative ways to teach students remotely.

Scholarship & Mentorship Programs

The ECAR Young Professionals Network P&P Real Estate Course Scholarship will reimburse the winner for the cost of the Principles & Practices course.

The ECAR Realtor® Mentorship Program was established to provide financial, educational, and career support for aspiring real estate professionals within CT’s protected classes.

What Our Students Have to Say

I had a wonderful experience while taking the real estate licensing class. I took the accelerated course and although it was a fast course, Amy provided us with all the support needed and was always there if needed for extra support, even outside of class time. The class was super informative as well as interesting with all the stories of Amy’s experiences It was really fun to have her as a teacher. Thank you for helping me work towards obtaining my real estate license.
Carrie
Eastern Connecticut Association Of Realtors Is a great place to go for your Real Estate License! ECAOR staff are helpful in everyway, they have exceptional customer service skills, they work together as a team and are very professional. I highly recommend ECAOR. The staff are friendly and very knowledgeable they offer great prices, excellent study guides and wonderful courses with optional schedules to fit your daily daily needs, they help you along the journey to obtaining your Real Estate License and also teaching you the Real Estate National and State Laws. “Carrie” is excellent and responds to any questions you may have and she goes above and beyond. I Highly recommend you will not be disappointed .
Lawrence
What a pleasure it has been taking the course with ECAR. I’ve already recommended the course to several colleagues. Thank you.
Alexander
Thank you Carrie so very much. Please tell Amy, Beth and Rhonda they all are amazing teachers. I really appreciate the energy and enthusiasm and knowledge they bring to class. Each with a different style, each really good. AMY is beyond good, off the charts as a teacher. GOOD, Plus, Plus.
Erica
I just wanted to let you know that I passed both parts of the state exam today. The instructors did a great job preparing me for test. I just wanted to let you know that I really appreciate them (and all of you).
Tammy
Just wanted to compliment your company and the instructors on developing a great program.
I was extremely grateful that we had two unbelievable instructors who not only taught the material, but gave real life experiences!
Randy
I really enjoyed the classes and learned so much. The instructors, Amy, Beth, and Rhonda were fantastic. Thank you.
Christine
The course was very good and I’m glad I took it, the instructors were awesome!
Linna
It really was a great experience. Your program is just so wonderful.
Nicholas
This course has been the most interesting thing I’ve done!
Andres

To Reserve Your Seat

  • Your application should be completed in ink, either legibly printed or typewritten.

  • Please mail, email or fax your completed registration, payment (in full) and copy of your photo ID to info@easternctrealtors.com or to the address or fax number listed on the registration form.

  • Tuition is $499 and includes the cost of the textbooks. If paying by check/money order, this amount can be made payable to ECAR. We also accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover. Payment in full must accompany the registration.
  • Registration forms, payment in full and photo ID must be received a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the course commencing.

Live-Virtual Setting

Because these are live-virtual pre-licensing classes on Zoom, there are specific rules that the CT Real Estate Commission requires us/you to follow in order to receive credit:

  • Have your driver’s license available at the beginning of class so your identity can be verified.
  • Please login to the class approximately 15 minutes early to ensure your audio/video work properly.
  • Your camera and audio must work and your face must be visible to the instructor at all times.
  • You must be present in the Zoom room for the entire session unless we are on a scheduled break.
  • Be aware that this new format requires the CT RE Commission Regulators be invited so they can audit the class.

General Course Information

  • While each program is intended to prepare individuals to take the Connecticut real estate salesperson’s exam, it is also an excellent choice for those who wish to gain more detailed knowledge about the home buying and home selling process.
  • We are pleased to be able to offer these courses which includes the following subject matter: real estate law, brokerage, CT real estate license law & regulations, equal opportunity in housing real estate valuation, financing, specialized fields of real estate practice, development, land use regulations, taxation, market analysis, the real estate business and more.
  • Registration forms and payment must be received a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the course commencing.
  • The Association reserves the right to cancel the course is enrollment is not sufficient to cover costs. If a course is cancelled, every attempt will be made to contact the registrants.
  • Refund guidelines for each program have been outlined below and in the course registration/policies form.
  • Credit towards future classes will not be allowed.
  • Certificates will be given to those who have completed the minimum of sixty (60) classroom hours and have passed the course exam with a minimum of 70% after the course.
  • It is the student’s responsibility to clarify any questions with the State of Connecticut relative to moral character, criminal record, etc. as required by State License Law.
  • Those who previously completed P&P: Effective January 1, 2014, the only acceptable Principles & Practices of Real Estate course completion certificate for licensing application will be the 60-hour course. Therefore, any individual applying for a salesperson’s or broker’s license on or after 1/1/14, who previously took the 30-hour course, will need to complete a brand new P&P course consisting of 60 hours. questions regarding your current license should be directed to the CT Real Estate Commission: 860-713-6150.
  • What if you have a prior criminal conviction(s)?

  • Salesperson real estate licenses expire on 5/31 of every even year. Licenses obtained after 3/1 of the even year will expire on 5/31 of the next even year.

Refund Policy

  • Cancellations must come in writing. The textbooks are non-refundable.
  • Cancellations received at least 72 hours in advance of the students scheduled first class are entitled to receive a refund of the course tuition, less the cost of the textbooks.
  • Cancellations received prior to the students scheduled 3rd class (final cut-off date) are entitled to a 50% refund of the course tuition, less the cost of the textbooks.
  • No refunds will be issued after the final cut-off date.