The National Association of REALTORS® and its affiliated institutes, societies, and councils provide a wide-ranging menu of programs and services that assist members in increasing skills, productivity and knowledge. Designations and certifications acknowledging experience and expertise in various real estate sectors are awarded by each affiliated group upon completion of required courses. In addition, NAR offers several certification programs to its members.
Accredited Buyer Representative
The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation is designed for real estate buyer agents who focus on working directly with buyer-clients at every stage of the home buying process.
Presented by REBAC (Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council)
Contact REBAC at rebac@realtors.org or
800-648-6224
Accredited Buyer Representative Manager
Geared to real estate firm brokers, owners and managers that have or wish to incorporate buyer representation into their daily practice, designees have taken and passed both the ABR® and ABRMSM course and provided documentation of past management experience.
REBAC (Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council)
Contact REBAC, 1-800-648-6224
or visit the REBAC Web site.
Accredited Land Consultant
The esteemed Accredited Land Consultants (ALCs) are the most trusted, knowledgeable, experienced, and highest-producing experts in all segments of land. Conferred by the REALTORS® Land Institute, the designation requires successful completion of a rigorous LANDU education program, a specific, high-volume and experience level, and adherence to an honorable Code of Conduct.
Presented by the REALTORS® Land Institute (RLI)
Contact RLI at 800.441.5263 or
rli@realtors.org.
Certified Commercial Investment Member
The Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation is commercial real estate’s global standard for professional achievement, earned through an extensive curriculum of 200 classroom hours and professional experiential requirements. CCIMs are active in 1,000 U.S. markets and 31 other countries and comprise a 13,000-member network that includes brokers, leasing professionals, asset managers, appraisers, corporate real estate executives, investors, lenders, and other allied professionals.
Presented by the CCIM Institute
Contact CCIM at 800-621-7027 or
www.CCIM.com.
Certified International Property Specialist
Instantly align yourself with the best in international real estate by earning the CIPS designation. The designation requires completion of five full-day courses focusing on the critical aspects of international real estate transactions. CIPS designees are connected to an influential network of over 3,500 professionals who turn to each other first when looking for referral partners.
Presented by the National Association of REALTORS®
Contact Member Support at CIPS@realtors.org or
1-800-874-6500 ext. 8369.
Certified Property Manager
CPM designees are recognized as experts in real estate management. Holding this designation demonstrates expertise and integrity to employers, owners, and investors.
Presented by Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM)
Contact IREM® at 800-837-0706, ext. 4650
Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager
The Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) is one of the most respected and relevant designations offered in real estate business management and is awarded to REALTORS® who have completed advanced educational and professional requirements. CRB Designees are better positioned to streamline operations, integrate new technology and apply new trends and business strategies. Join today and discover a new approach to enhancing knowledge and leveraging opportunity.
Visit REBInstitute.com or contact the Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) at info@REBInstitute.com or 800-621-8738
Certified Residential Specialist
The CRS designation is the highest credential awarded to residential sales agents, managers, and brokers. On average, CRS designees earn nearly three times more in income, transactions, and gross sales than non-designee REALTORS®.
Presented by Residential Real Estate Council
Contact RRC at https://www.crs.com/about-us/contact-us or
800-462-8841.
Counselor of Real Estate
The Counselors of Real Estate® is an international group of recognized professionals who provide seasoned, expert, objective advice on real property and land-related matters. Only 1,100 practitioners throughout the world carry the CRE® designation. Membership is by invitation only.
Presented by The Counselors of Real Estate®
Contact CRE® at 312-329-8427 or
info@cre.org.
General Accredited Appraiser
For general appraisers, this designation is awarded to those whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®.
Presented by National Association of REALTORS®
Contact GAA program staff at 800-874-6500 ext. 8268 or email
appraisal@realtors.org.
Green Designation
Through NAR's Green Designation, the Green REsource Council provides ongoing education, resources and tools to help real estate practitioners find, understand, and market properties with green features.
Presented by The Green REsource Council
Contact The Green REsource Council at
greendesignation@realtors.org or
800-498-9422.
Graduate, REALTOR® Institute
REALTORS® with the GRI designation have in-depth training in legal and regulatory issues, technology, professional standards, and the sales process. Earning the designation is a way to stand out to prospective buyers and sellers as a professional with expertise in these areas.
Presented by National Association of REALTORS®
Contact your State Association to get information on program requirements,
course schedules, location, and tuition.
Performance Management Network
This designation is unique to the REALTOR® family designations, emphasizing that in order to enhance your business, you must enhance yourself. It focuses on negotiating strategies and tactics, networking and referrals, business planning and systems, personal performance management and leadership development.
Presented by Women's Council of REALTORS®
Contact the Women's Council of REALTOR® at 800-245-8512.
REALTOR® Association Certified Executive
RCE is the only professional designation designed specifically for REALTOR® association executives. RCE designees exemplify goal-oriented AEs with drive, experience and commitment to professional growth.
Presented by National Association of REALTORS® Contact Renee Holland at 312-329-8545 or rholland@realtors.org.
Residential Accredited Appraiser
For residential appraisers, this designation is awarded to those whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements and is supported by the National Association of REALTORS®.
Presented by National Association of REALTORS®
Contact RAA program staff at 312-329-8268 or email
appraisal@realtors.org
Seller Representative Specialist / SRS
The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation is the premier credential in seller representation. It is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance personal performance. The designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) who meet specific educational and practical experience criteria.
Visit www.REBI.com or contact SRS at info@rebinstitute.com or 800-621-8738.
Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS®
The SIOR designation is held by only the most knowledgeable, experienced, and successful commercial real estate brokerage specialists. To earn it, designees must meet standards of experience, production, education, ethics, and provide recommendations.
Presented by Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS®
Contact SIOR at 202-449-8200.
Seniors Real Estate Specialist
The SRES® Designation program educates REALTORS® on how to profitably and ethically serve the real estate needs of the fastest growing market in real estate, clients age 50+. By earning the SRES® designation, you gain access to valuable member benefits, useful resources, and networking opportunities across the U.S. and Canada to help you in your business.
Presented by SRES® Council
Contact SRES Council at sres@realtors.org or
800-500-4564.
At Home With Diversity
AHWD The At Home With Diversity (AHWD) certification is designed to prepare REALTORS® to work effectively with and within today’s increasingly diverse pool of homebuyers, with expertise that transcends cultural barriers. This NAR certification program designed to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry. Since 1998, the At Home With Diversity program has prepared over 20,000 REALTORS® to work effectively with and within today’s increasingly diverse pool of homebuyers. For more information, please visit AHWD Homepage.
Presented by the National Association of REALTORS®
For more information on this course and its business principles, please contact
us at ahwd@realtors.org or
800-874-6500 ext. 8320.
Broker Price Opinion Resource
The BPOR certification is no longer being awarded to members. Approximately 6,000 members have earned BPOR.
Certified Real Estate Team Specialist
The Certified Real Estate Team Specialist certification is designed to improve team development, individual leadership skills, and financial performance. The courses provide the tools, strategies, and knowledge that are required of today’s real estate professionals who are either considering or currently operating in a team environment. It is for team leaders, team members, those looking to start a team, and those who simply want to sharpen their management skills.
Visit www.REBInstitute.com or contact the Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) at info@REBInstitute.com or 800-621-8738.
Internet Professional
NAR's e-PRO® certification program helps REALTORS® master the advanced digital marketing techniques of today. With the e-PRO® certification, REALTORS® increase their ability to reach customers, expand their capabilities, and build trust by safeguarding client information.
Presented by the National Association of REALTORS® Contact e-PRO® at epro@realtors.org or 877-397-3132
Military Relocation Professional
NAR's Military Relocation Professional certification focuses on educating real estate professionals about working with current and former military service members to find housing solutions that best suit their needs and take full advantage of military benefits and support.
Presented by REBAC (Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council)
Contact us at MRP@realtors.org or
888-648-8321.
Pricing Strategy Advisor / PSA
Enhance your skills in pricing properties, creating CMAs, working with appraisers, and guiding clients through the anxieties and misperceptions they often have about home values with NAR’s PSA (Pricing Strategy Advisor) certification.
Presented by the National Association of REALTORS®
Real Estate Negotiation Expert / RENE
This certification is for real estate professionals who want to sharpen their negotiation skills. The RENE certification program gives REALTORS® the tips and tools they need to be skillful advocates for their clients.
Presented by the Real Estate Business Institute Contact us at info@rebinstitute.com or 800-621-8738.
Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist
This certification is designed for REALTORS® who facilitate the buying, selling, or management of properties for investment, development, retirement, or second homes in a resort, recreational and/or vacation destination are involved in this market niche.
Presented by the National Association of REALTORS®
Contact us at resort@realtors.org or
800-874-6500 ext. 8268.
Short Sales & Foreclosures Resource
The SFR® certification teaches real estate professionals to work with distressed sellers and the finance, tax, and legal professionals who can help them, qualify sellers for short sales, develop a short sale package, negotiate with lenders, safeguard your commission, limit risk, and protect buyers.
Presented by the National Association of REALTORS®
Contact us at sfr@realtors.org or
877-510-7855.
Certified Negotiation Expert
Earning your CNE designation demonstrates high professional level negotiation skills in real estate.
Master Certified Negotiation Expert
Earning your MCNE designation demonstrates that you have invested considerable effort to bring your negotiation skills to the highest professional level in real estate.
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Recognized as the mark of accomplishment in luxury markets around the world, the Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS) designation assures affluent buyers and sellers that the agents who have earned it have the knowledge, experience, competence, and confidence they require. Members of The Institute who hold the CLHMS designation have documented performance in the TOP 10% of their markets, and have successfully demonstrated their expertise in the luxury home and estate market. The Institute's Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS) designation is the first international luxury home designation to be offered to real estate professionals regardless of their company affiliation. Several national real estate firms have made CLHMS their official designation. Brokerage firms and REALTOR associations across the country host our training so their associates and members can earn the CLHMS designation. Many states grant continuing education credit for our course. Consumers are beginning to show a preference for Institute members.