Merritt College offers a comprehensive range of real estate courses designed to meet all the requirements for degrees and certificates in Real Estate. Our programs are tailored to help you achieve your career goals, whether you’re starting fresh or looking to advance in the field. Additionally, our courses, available both online and in-person, fulfill the licensing requirements set by the California Bureau of Real Estate (CalBRE).

Why Choose Merritt College for Your Real Estate Education?

  • Accredited Programs: Our courses are fully accredited and recognized by industry professionals.
  • Experienced Faculty: Learn from seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the real estate field.
  • Flexible Learning: Choose from online or in-person classes to suit your schedule.

The Real Estate major at Merritt College offers excellent preparation for obtaining a broker’s or salesperson’s license. It also enhances efficiency in various allied professions such as development, appraisal, title, property management, and mortgage brokerage and banking. Our courses provide valuable information and training for professionals interested in real estate investment, including those in government roles dealing with real property.

Program Highlights:

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Gain the knowledge needed for licensing and career advancement in the real estate industry.
  • Versatile Skills: Enhance your expertise in allied professions, including real estate development, appraisal, title, property management, and mortgage services.
  • Investment Training: Learn essential strategies for real estate investment, applicable to both private and public sector professionals.

Degrees and Certificates:

  • Associate of Arts (AA) Degree in Real Estate: Awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements and the General Education requirements.
  • Certificate of Achievement in Real Estate: Awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements.

Merritt College’s Real Estate program equips you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in the real estate industry. Start your journey today and achieve your professional goals with us!

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please contact the Department Chair, Angie Williams, by email.

Degree Major/Certificate of Achievement Requirements:

Dept/No. Title Units
RLEST 2A Principles of Real Estate 3
RLEST 4A Legal Aspects of Real Estate 3
RLEST 5 Real Estate Practice 3
RLEST 6A Real Estate Finance 3
RLEST 7A Real Estate Appraisal 3
RLEST 9 Real Estate Economics 3
Select two courses (6 units)from the following:
RLEST 4B Advanced Legal Aspects of Real Estate (3)
RLEST 6B Advanced Real Estate Finance (3)
RLEST 7B Advanced Real Estate Appraisal (3)
RLEST 8 Property Management (3)
RLEST 10 Real Estate Mathematics (3)
RLEST 11 Real Estate Escrow Procedures (3)
RLEST 13 Real Estate Exchanges and Exchange Taxation (3)
RLEST 14 Real Estate Investments (3)
RLEST 20 Computer Applications in Real Estate (3) 6
Total Required Units: 24