Illinois Broker Post-Licensing Course

Illinois broker post-licensing is a 45-hour education requirement that newly licensed brokers must complete after receiving their initial broker license.

Illinois requires the following three courses:

• Applied Brokerage Principles (15 hours)
• Risk Management & Discipline (15 hours)
• Transactional Issues (15 hours)

Together, these total 45 hours.

Yes. Illinois allows brokers to complete post-licensing education entirely online through an IDFPR-approved school like RealEstateU.

Illinois brokers must complete post-licensing within the required post-licensing window set by IDFPR. Completing the courses early helps avoid penalties or license issues.

With RealEstateU:

• Individual courses start at $79
• Full 45-hour post-licensing package is $199

This is significantly more affordable than many in-person schools that charge $300–$600.

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) – Division of Real Estate oversees broker licensing and post-licensing education.

Yes. Illinois broker post-licensing is a mandatory requirement for newly licensed brokers before moving on to standard continuing education.

No. Post-licensing is required after initial licensure. Once post-licensing is completed, brokers then move into the regular Illinois CE cycle.

Yes. Illinois broker licenses are statewide, and RealEstateU’s online courses can be completed from anywhere in Illinois—Chicago, Naperville, Joliet, or beyond.