License Renewal is 2026! – What You Need to Know
License Renewal
- 16 hours continuing education
- Must include the 4-hour Mandatory Course
- Must review the Vermont Energy Goals slideshow during license renewal
(see below)
SALESPERSON (FIRST TIME RENEWING)
- 8 hours post-licensing education within the first 90 days of your license being issues
RENEWAL DEADLINE
May 31, 2026
License Renewal
- 24 hours continuing education
- Must include the 4-hour Mandatory Course
- Must review the Vermont Energy Goals slideshow during license renewal
(see below)
BROKER (FIRST TIME RENEWING)
- If you received your broker’s license April 1, 2024 or after, you are not required to complete the 24 hours of CE
RENEWAL DEADLINE
March 31, 2026
Vermont Energy Goals Requirement Explained
Important Facts
- The slideshow appears inside the OPR license renewal program when you are renewing
- You do not need to register separately
- You do not need to upload proof of reviewing the slideshow
- It is NOT a CE course
The slideshow is required for license renewal
During the online renewal process on the OPR site, you will be directed to view the Vermont Energy Goals presentation. Simply review the slides and follow the prompts to confirm completion. Once finished, you can continue and submit your renewal.
It is NOT a class and does not provide CE credit
You do not need to enroll in anything or upload proof. Viewing the slideshow within the renewal system satisfies the requirement.
An OPTIONAL course is available through VAR
The Vermont Association of REALTORS® offers an online (on-demand) energy course that covers similar material in greater depth and provides continuing education (CE) credit. This course is completely optional and is only needed if you want an in-depth look at Vermont’s energy goals, or if you need to earn CE hours.
MISCELLANEOUS FAQs
- When can I log into OPR to renew my license?
- Typically, OPR renewal opens about 6 weeks prior to the deadline
- My VAR portal says I haven’t completed my Code of Ethics and/or Fair Housing. Do I need to do this for license renewal?
- No, the Code of Ethics and Fair Housing requirements are part of your NAR membership requirements, not your license renewal. The NAR requirements run on a three-year cycle, and the next Code of Ethics and Fair Housing requirements are due by 12/31/2027. Visit the VAR portal here.
- Where can I get CE to meet my licensing requirements?
- VAR offers online classes via Zoom. View our full schedule here.
- VAR offers the Mandatory Course and the Vermont Energy Goals (optional class to meet your energy goals requirement) CE Course on-demand. Visit our on-demand store here.
- VAR has partnered with The CE Shop and McKissock to offer a full slate of Vermont-approved classes online here.
- How do I get a copy of my class certificates?
- You can download your class certificates for any classes taken through VAR. Click here for instructions.
We’ve Got GREAT News!
Take Your Mandatory Class Online, Anytime!
VAR now offers the 2024-2026 Mandatory Course online! This course is approved for CE credits and meets the requirements needed for your 2026 license renewal. Get the credits you need at your convenience!