Iowa Real Estate CE Requirements 2026

Iowa requires 36 continuing education hours every 3 years to renew a real estate license. Mandatory hours: 12. Topics: Law Update, Ethics.

Regulator: Iowa Real Estate Commission (IREC). Salesperson pre-license hours were 96; CE is what keeps that license alive.

McKissock and The CE Shop sell renewal packages. If the license is not producing wealth, Iowa investors have no CE deadline.

Salesperson hours include 60h pre-license and 36h practice courses. CE cycle is 3 years.

How many CE hours are required in Iowa?

Iowa requires 36 CE hours every 3 years.

Can I take Iowa CE online?

Yes, through Iowa Real Estate Commission (IREC)-approved providers. Confirm approval before you pay McKissock, The CE Shop, or any other school.