ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative

With over 20,000 members, REBAC is the largest association of real estate professionals focusing on all aspects of buyer representation. Over 11,000 ABR® designees have completed the REBAC course, passed the test and provided documentation of buyer agency experience.  The two-day, 16-hour course and one eight hour elective course is required for gaining the designation.   ABR "core course" and elective course is offered at PPAR in the spring.  
 

CCIM - Commercial Investment Real Estate Institute

CCIMs are recognized experts in commercial real estate brokerage, leasing, asset management valuation and investment analysis. The CCIM business network includes more than 5,000 designees and 5,000 candidates principally in North America. Real Estate users and investors look to the expertise of a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) for direction in all aspects of the commercial property transaction.  A CCIM education will enhance your credibility with clients, streamline your learning, and accelerate your earning potential.  If you are new to commercial real estate, the Institute offers CI 401 an introduction to commercial Investment real estate analysis via CD-ROM.  Contact :  1-800-621-7027 for more information.

Acquire valuable real estate management skills through educational offerings leading to the CPM® designation. CPM® members have the competitive edge in every area of real estate management from residential to commercial to industrial.  Contact Barbara Nichols at 260-1555 or Charles Oliver at 634-3785 to obtain local information.
 

With more than 7,000 brokerage owners and managers nationwide enjoying the benefits of membership, the Real Estate Brokerage Managers Council is recognized throughout the industry as the professional peer organization for real estate's leaders. Real estate brokerage owners and managers will be ready to meet their personal and professional challenges when they earn the CRB designation.  This advanced designation is designed to cultivate business-managing skills in the residential broker.  Contact :  1-800-621-8738 for more information.
 

There is a page dedicated to the CRS designation that includes requirements for applying for the designation.  Just click on the CRS link above the education schedule!  Or, log onto www.crs.com for the latest rules and regulations as well as schedules for upcoming classes.
 

e-PRO - Internet Certification

e-PRO is the only technology and Internet certification program of its kind that is recognized nationally and offered by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS^®.  e-PRO is an online training program offering complete instruction on how to communicate effectively with the online consumer and get the most out of one's online real estate business.  Comprehensive and rewarding, the certification raises the bar for all REALTORS^® in Internet and technical expertise.  For more information about the designation log onto www.epronar.com
 

Members primarily involved in residential real estate wanting to increase their knowledge and skills in a broad array of technical subjects and the fundamentals of real estate participate in the REALTOR® Institute, graduate program to earn the GRI designation. The program also provides opportunities to develop important business contacts. The GRI is a nationally recognized designation of the National Association of REALTORS®.  For the member who is starting out in Real Estate or been practicing for less than five years.  Requires completion of 96 classroom hours:  15 - 6 hour required courses PLUS 1 - 6 hour Elective course for a total of 96 hours. Classes given by your local association.  Contact : (719) 633-7718 for more information.
 

Career Leaders Aren't Born, They're Designated. The LTG designation focuses on career improvement and individual goal attainment The designation provides recognition to professionals who excel in career leadership through the dynamic combination of education and experience.  From the Women's Council of REALTORS®, this designation represents a series that teaches leadership skills.  Contact : 970-223-8400 for more information.
 

A designation that has made a comeback nationally.  This program is designed to help members of the Colorado Association of REALTORS further develop their awareness of current real estate topics and issues.  The program will increase member's ability to attract new business and advance their professional image with the public and other real estate professionals.  Contact:  1-800-944-6550 Caren Hunt for more information.

These are just a few of the more popular designations.  There are many, many more designations out there...
the sky's the limit!

SFR - Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource Certification -

For many real estate professionals, short  sales and foreclosures are the new "traditional" real estate transaction.  Knowing how to help sellers maneuver the complexities of short sales as well as helping buyers pursue these opportunities are critical skills in today's market.  Designed for real estate professionals at all experience levels.  www.realtorsfr.org

Other Designations

CDPE - Certified Distressed Property Expert  www.cdpe.com
PMN - Performance Management Network - 1-800-245-8512  or  www.wcr.org
RAA - Residential Accredited Appraiser - 1-800-874-6500 ext.  8393  or  www.realtor.org/appraisal
REPA - Real Estate Professional Assistant - 1-800-648-6224  or  www.professional-assistant.com
RRS - Recreation and Resort Specialist - 1-804-748-2002    or www.wrrsc.com
SIOR - Society of Industrial and Office Realtors - 202-449-8200 or  www.sior.com
SRES - Seniors Real Estate Specialist - 1-800-500-4564  or www.seniorsrealestate.com