Elective Courses
2023 Elective Continuing Education Courses
Course Costs:
2023 Gold Card Holders – Free
2-hour CE Courses: Realtor members $35 | Non-members $55
3-hour CE Courses: Realtor members $50 | Non-members $70
4-hour CE Courses: Realtor members $60 | Non-members $80
6-hour CE Courses: Realtor members $75 | Non-members $95
Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) 2 day NAR Certification
September 26 – 27 | 9am-5pm | Instructor Brian Woods
CEE3174 | 8 hours of elective credit
The modern real estate professional needs a toolbox full of non-traditional skills to thrive in a changing real estate landscape, and developing specialized skills is one option to consider. This course explores negotiation strategies, techniques and provides resources that improve outcomes for all parties, resulting in smoother transactions and enhanced satisfaction from clients and customers.
Member / Non Member $249 | Gold Card $219
This is a NAR Certification course: Upon completion of this course, you may apply for your certification and pay a one-time credentialing fee of $159. You must be a REALTOR®️ in good standing to qualify.
Multiple Offers for Buyers and Sellers
October 18 | 9am-1pm | Instructor: Carol Simpson
CEE3728 | 4 hours of elective credit
There is no other issue in real estate that adds more frustration to negotiations that being in a multiple offer situation. When communication breaks down, each party may begin to jump to conclusions that innuendoes begin to fly. This class is a review of multiple offer situations and involves the determination of “best practices” when involved in a multiple offer situation.
CTAR Member $60 | Non Member $80 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
Ethics Made Real
October 18 | 2pm-6pm | Instructor: Carol Simpson
CEE3925 | 4 hours of elective credit
Also meets the NAR 2.5 hour Ethics renewal requirement for 1/1/2022 – 12/31/2024 (cycle 7)
A thorough understanding of the Code of Ethics adopted by the National Association of Realtors will help build a successful real estate practice. You will learn about the 17 articles, 70+ Standards of Practice, selected Case Interpretations, and the Pathways to Professionalism. You will also learn about informal and formal dispute after an alleged violation of the Code of Ethics. Finally, you will learn the relevant issue affecting who has been the procuring cause and entitled to a commission. This course meets the 2.5 hour ethic requirement of the National Association of Realtors.
CTAR Member $60 | Non Member $80 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
Tidelands, Water & Beach: Regulations and Rebuilding
October 19 | 10am-12pm | Instructor: Blair Williams
CEE3275 | 2 hours of Elective Credit
This course is taught by a DHEC instructor who will provide familiarity with the regulatory agencies responsible for coastal resources and a basic knowledge of the responsibilities of Real Estate Licensees dealing with coastal properties. Participants will be able to recognize the benefits and functions of coastal resources that provide the basis for regulatory protection.
CTAR Member $20 | Non Member $40 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
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Calling the Coast Home: Living with Water
October 19 | 1pm-3pm | Instructor: April Turner & Amanda Gutherie
CEE3273 | 2 hours of elective credit
Attendees will learn about the coastal ecosystem and the services it provides. Coastal South Carolina residents experience different effects from flooding as individuals and as a community. Key resources will be available to share with potential clients and examined during the course. These resources include FEMA flood zones & maps, the Community Rating System, and emergency preparedness.
CTAR Member $20 | Non Member $40 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
What’s a BIC to do?
(updated mandatory BIC course)
October 24 | 9am-1pm | Instructor: Mike Gobin
CEE2679 | 4 hours of elective credit (mandatory course for BIC license renewal)
This course meets the four hour mandatory BIC requirements for the 2023 & 2024 license renewal. The course covers the Broker-In-Charge duties and responsibilities, where this is stated in current license law and possible penalties for non-compliance to the law.
CTAR Member $60 | Non Member $80 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
When in Doubt Disclose, Disclose, Disclose
Mandatory CORE course 9/1/22 – 8/31/24
October 24 | 2pm-6pm | Instructor: Mike Gobin
CEC33829 | 4 hours of CORE Credit
This is the SCREC core course for the September 1, 2022 thru August 31, 2024 course cycle. The purpose of license law is to protect the public when involved in a real estate transaction, and disclosure to consumers is an important material component of that protection. The course provides licensees with a thorough review of mandatory disclosures sited in real estate license law, and valuable insight into how disclosures protect licensees from disciplinary action and build trust with the public as well.
CTAR Member $60 | Non Member $80 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
Real Estate Negotiation Techniques
Nov 1 | 12pm-4pm Instructor: Mike Harper
CEE2607 | 4 hours of elective credit
The modern real estate professional needs a toolbox full of non-traditional skills to thrive in a changing real estate landscape, and developing specialized skills is one option to consider. This course explores strategies that improve outcomes for all parties, resulting in smoother transactions and enhanced satisfaction from clients and customers.
CTAR Member $60 | Non Member $80 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
Foreclosure & Tax Lien Sales for Investors & Agents
Nov 2 | 10am-2pm | Instructor: Mike Harper
CEE2387 | 4 hours of Elective credit
This course was developed to assist real estate professionals understand and be able to assist clients who wish to explore purchasing real estate at foreclosure Auctions and/or clients who wish to invest in Real Estate Tax Lien Auctions under South Carolina Statutes. The course is ideal for residential or commercial licensees who have had inquiries from clients, but have been unsure as to how to help.
CTAR Member $60 | Non Member $80 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
Exploring Commercial Real Estate
Nov 9 | 9am-1pm | Instructor: Brian Woods
CEE3565 | 4 hours of Elective credit
Welcome to the world of commercial real estate. While in many cases, your existing real estate license is what is required for you to practice commercial real estate, commercial is fundamentally different than residential real estate. We will explore the differences and introduce you to key commercial concepts, terminology and resources designed to assist your success in commercial real estate.
CTAR Member $60 | Non Member $80 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
Exploring Commercial Finance
Nov 9 | 2pm-6pm| Instructor: Brian Woods
CEE3564 | 4 hours of Elective credit
In commercial and investment real estate, it’s vitally important the buyer either has the cash or a strong financing to have the ability to close the deal. No money, no transaction. The fundamentals for commercial lending are quite different than for owner-occupied residential properties. In this course, we will explore the topics it is important you understand related to commercial and investor financing. Learn what it takes to understand the financing aspect of your real estate deals, have good financing options for your clients and get your transactions to successfully close.
CTAR Member $60 | Non Member $80 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
Coastal Lifestyle for Clean Water
November 29 | 10am-12pm | Instructor: Abi Locatis Proshaska
CEE3274 | 2 hours of elective credit
Clean water and healthy salt marshes support our coastal lifestyle. Attendees will learn to use online tools to investigate water quality in communities. The course provides a trove of resources and tips to provide to clients about protecting clean water and staying safe and healthy while living the coastal lifestyle.
CTAR Member $20 | Non Member $40 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
Land Water Connection
November 29 | 1pm-3pm | Instructor: Amy Scaroni
CEE3272 | 2 hours of elective credit
This course will review what actions homeowners can take to protect water quality and reduce the risk of flooding on their property. Attendees will learn about landscaping for water quality, such as rain gardens and rainwater harvesting and case studies of desirable neighborhoods that incorporated these techniques and increased property values. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of the land water connection, equipped with resources to share with your clients.
CTAR Member $20 | Non Member $40 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
Mind the Gap
December 5 | 10am-1pm | Instructor: Brooke Madsen
CEE3095 | 3 hours of elective credit
Get specific in designing your approach to the different generations and uncover your overall effectiveness by initiating a personal procedural audit process that will help ensure your career stays aligned with a changing marketplace. Targeting communication to the needs of different generations will help create powerful, meaningful connections with the consumer and will build your referral base. When you “mind the gap” everyone wins.
CTAR Member $50 | Non Member $70 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
Public Trust… Handle with Care
December 5 | 2pm-5pm | Instructor: Brooke Madsen
CEE3539 | 3 hours of elective credit
Get ready for an exciting, highly interactive course which explores issues relating to elements of a positive reputation, customer service and real estate professionalism for the general public. Licensees will come to understand the impact of interpersonal communication as well as the negative reputation the industry incurs through predatory lending and our own advertising techniques. Participants will leave with many useful tools as well as 8 ways to build positive public perception through the practice of a client/customer-oriented mindset.
CTAR Member $50 | Non Member $70 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
The Code of Ethics: Our Promise of Professionalism
December 12 | 9am-1pm | Instructor: Mike Gobin
CEE3011 | 4 hours of elective credit
Also meets the NAR 2.5 hour Ethics renewal requirement for 1/1/2022 – 12/31/2024 (cycle 7)
This course will provide detailed information on the NAR Code of Ethics Structure and purpose as well as the pathways to professionalism program. It is intended to enhance the licensee’s performance and professionalism in all real estate communications and transactions.
CTAR Member $60 | Non Member $80 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
When in Doubt Disclose, Disclose, Disclose
Mandatory CORE course 9/1/22 – 8/31/24
December 12 | 2pm-6pm | Instructor: Mike Gobin
(CEC33829) 4 hours of CORE Credit
This is the SCREC core course for the September 1, 2022 thru August 31, 2024 course cycle. The purpose of license law is to protect the public when involved in a real estate transaction, and disclosure to consumers is an important material component of that protection. The course provides licensees with a thorough review of mandatory disclosures sited in real estate license law, and valuable insight into how disclosures protect licensees from disciplinary action and build trust with the public as well.
CTAR Member $60 | Non Member $80 | Free with 2023 Gold Card
