The Alabama Real Estate Commission requirements for getting sales license are listed below in the order they are to be completed:

• Complete our 60-hour Salesperson Prelicense Course modules.
  
  
• Successfully pass a course final proctored exam administered by a third-party when prompted toward the end of the course. This exam is given online. The exam process is strictly between the student and the testing company. This exam consists of approximately 100 multiple choice questions and requires a passing score of 80%.
  
  
• Upon passing the proctored exam and after we have collected all required documents from the student, we issue credit/certification to the Alabama Real Estate Commission that educational requirements have been met, which, signifies completion of the course. FYI, This process must be completed prior to the course expiration date. We caution students not to procrastinate because extensions are not allowed.
  
  
• Students must take and pass the state exam within six months form the date the credit is issued. We encourage students to take exams immediately while information is fresh on their mind.
  
  
• Upon successfully completing the state exam with a passing score of 70 or better, the student may apply for a temporary license (good for 6 months) after making proper application. The student is directed through this process.
  
  
• With a temporary license a student may become an active agent and may begin listing and selling real estate under the supervision of a qualifying broker; however, the student must complete a 30-hour Post License course within six months from the date a temporary license was issued. Please refer to the Post License page to learn specific details.
  
  
• Students should use their legal name, not nicknames, when purchasing a course because the state requires use of legal names. Individuals that have experienced a criminal record should determine their eligibility prior to purchasing a pre-license course. This can be accomplished by completing a Request for Determination of License Eligibility form so the real estate commission can notify you of your status.