All new applicants must:
- Complete the eligibility process
- Enrol in and successfully complete pre-licensing education with a recognized course provider
- Provide a current criminal record check
- Apply for your licence through an Alberta brokerage
- Demonstrate good character and suitability for licensing
These steps help ensure licensees meet Alberta’s regulatory and professional standards.
For more details, review the How to Get Licensed Step by Step Guide.
Eligibility Requirements
To enrol in pre-licensing education, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Provide valid government-issued identification (ID)
- Have a minimum of Canadian high school education (or equivalent)
- Provide proof of English language proficiency
Applicants who do not meet these requirements are not eligible to proceed with licensing.
For full details, review the Guide to Applying for Eligibility for First-Time Licensees.
Industries You Can Be Licensed In
RECA regulates the following industries in Alberta:
- Real Estate
- (Residential, Commercial, Property Management, Rural)
- Condominium Management
- Mortgage Brokering
Each industry has its own education and licensing requirements.
March 25, 2026 | 3:00 PM MST
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