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New South Wales • Regulatory Authority Page

What qualification do I legally need to work as a real estate agent in NSW (2025)?

This page explains the current qualification requirements for NSW real estate licensing based on publicly available legislation and NSW Fair Trading guidance. It does not issue licences — it documents the education prerequisites for each licensing pathway.

Short Answer

To work as a real estate agent in NSW, you need CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice (or a qualification NSW Fair Trading recognises as equivalent). This is required for all licensing pathways including Certificate of Registration, Class 2 Agent, and Class 1 Agent licences. The qualification must be completed through an ASQA-registered RTO. CPP41419 is the current national standard and the only qualification guaranteed to meet current NSW requirements.

Current Qualification Standard

Current NSW Standard

CPP41419

Full Name
Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice
Status
Current national standard
NSW Requirement
Required for all licensing pathways
Delivery Mode
Online, classroom, or blended (RTO-dependent)
CPP41419 is the education prerequisite for all NSW licensing pathwaysView CPP41419 Details

NSW Licensing Pathways

Certificate of Registration (Assistant Agent)

Entry-level registration allowing supervised work in real estate.

Qualification Required

CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice

Authority: NSW Fair Trading — Verify requirements

Class 2 Agent Licence

Independent practice and supervision of others.

Requirements

  • • CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice
  • • 12 months supervised experience (after Certificate of Registration)
  • • Application to NSW Fair Trading

Authority: NSW Fair Trading — Verify requirements

Class 1 Agent Licence

Full licence with trust account authority.

Requirements

  • • CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice
  • • Class 2 Agent licence held for minimum period
  • • Additional experience requirements
  • • Application to NSW Fair Trading

Authority: NSW Fair Trading — Verify requirements

Hold a Different Qualification?

If you hold CPP40307 (Certificate IV in Property Services) or another qualification, NSW Fair Trading may assess it on a case-by-case basis. CPP41419 is the only qualification guaranteed to meet current requirements.

Check CPP40307 status

Regulator Authority

NSW Fair Trading

Department of Customer Service, NSW Government

NSW Fair Trading is the sole authority for real estate licensing in New South Wales. Only they can confirm whether your qualification meets current requirements for your specific situation.

Visit NSW Fair Trading
Phone: 13 32 20

Verify Your Situation

Individual circumstances vary. Contact NSW Fair Trading directly to confirm which qualification and pathway applies to your specific situation.

Contact NSW Fair TradingView CPP41419 Details

Regulatory Review Log

Last reviewed
February 2025
Reviewed against
NSW Fair Trading guidance
Status
No changes detected

Related Resources

CPP41419 Guide

Complete guide to the current qualification standard

Legacy Qualification Status

CPP40307 and other superseded qualifications

NSW State Overview

Training providers and regional information

Information Boundary Statement

This page provides general information about NSW real estate licensing qualifications based on publicly available regulatory guidance. It does not constitute legal advice, licensing guarantees, or official NSW Fair Trading policy. Individual circumstances vary, and NSW Fair Trading makes final determinations on all licensing applications. Always verify your specific situation directly with the regulator before making educational or career decisions.

Authority: Information sourced from NSW Fair Trading, training.gov.au, and the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). Last updated February 2025.