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CPD 2025 – 2026

Meeting the NSW CPD Requirements – Made Easy!

Do you hold a Class 1 or Class 2 licence or a Certificate of Registration? You must complete the CPD requirements, set out by NSW Fair Trading, to remain compliant.

Failure to do so can result in loss or suspension of licence.

NSW Fair Trading has released new details for the 2025-2026 year:

  • The new CPD year is 1 July 2025 – 30 June 2026
  • Licenced Agents must complete all compulsory topics that apply to their Class of licence and area within the industry that you practice
  • Compulsory topics must be delivered in a face-to-face or virtually interactive environment – ONLINE SELF-PACED TRAINING IS NO LONGER AVAILBLE
  • Are you a Licensee-In-Charge? You must have all CPD training detailed in your training plan for the agency
  • ADDITIONAL for Class 1 licence holders – you are now required to attend a minimum of 5 hours at a NSW Fair Trading accredited forum in addition to the core hours

Class 1, Class 2, or Certificate of Registration Licence Holders

Residential Salespeople & Buyer’s Agent

Residential Salespeople must complete:

7 hours of training
4 Compulsory topics

  • Residential Tenancy Reforms 
  • Privacy Law Reforms
  • Mitigating Risk & Managing Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace
  • Anti-Money Laundering & Counter-Terrorism Financing

Class 1 Licence Holders must also complete a minimum of 5 hours at a NSW Fair Trading accredited forum

Residential Property
Managers

Residential Property Managers must complete:

7 hours of training
4 Compulsory topics

  • Residential Tenancy Reforms 
  • Privacy Law Reforms
  • Mitigating Risk & Managing Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace
  • Navigating NCAT

Class 1 Licence Holders must also complete a minimum of 5 hours at a NSW Fair Trading accredited forum

Certificate of Registration

You must complete at least 3 units each CPD year from a valid Certificate IV qualification that is required to obtain the issue of a Class 2 Agent Licence in Real Estate. 

Assistant Agents may complete any 3 units from their Certificate IV qualification.

NSW CPD Courses Available with Real+

Ensure your professional growth in the industry with our 2025-2026 CPD Courses. We have any array of course deliveries to best suit your style of learning.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your expertise and meet compliance requirements in a fun and interactive environment, led by industry experts.

Live Virtual
Classes
$395
incl. GST

2 Virtual Training Sessions
1 x 5 hour session covering 3 topics
1 x 2 hour session covering Sales or PM topic

Macarthur Course: Live Workshop
& Virtual Class
$450
incl. GST

1 x 5 hour Live Workshop covering 3 compulsory topics
1 x 2 hour live virtual session covering your Sales or PM compulsory topic

In-Office
Events
$4,000
incl. GST

In-Office Events starting at $4,000. Contact our team today to get a custom quote

FAQs

Can I carry over CPD from past years?

No, new CPD arrangements do not provide for carry over from one year to the next, except Assistant Agents, as the must complete ongoing units related to their Certificate IV qualifications

See Certificate of Registration Course for Assistant Agents HERE

Do I have to keep record of my CPD training and for how long?

Licence & certificate holders must keep record of their own compulsory and additional topics completed. Licence holders (class 1 & 2) must retain all records for 3 years. Certificate of Registration holders must retain records for 4 years.

All licence and certificate holders must provide evidence to NSW Fair Trading of completed CPD requirements.

Can I be granted exemption from completing CPD requirements?
No exemptions will be granted to individuals who fail to complete the required CPD withing the allocated period.
Are there any additional requirements for Principals this year?

Yes – the Supervision Guidelines have been amended, requiring Licensees in Charge to prepare and maintain a training plan for all agents under their supervision.

You can find a Training Plan Template here

What if I hold more than one licence?

You will need to complete additional topics relevant to your category. Please follow this link to NSW Fair Trading for further information

Am I required to do CPD if I am an Assistant Agent (Certificate of Registration)?

You must complete at least 3 units each CPD year from a valid Certificate IV qualification that is required to obtain the issue of a Class 2 Agent Licence in Real Estate.

Assistant Agents may complete any 3 units from their Certificate IV qualification.

For further assistance – CLICK HERE – to register for a discovery call with one of our Accredited Trainers to discuss your requirements for 2025-2026.