Accredited courses from leading Australian universities, TAFEs and colleges
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Accredited courses from leading Australian universities, TAFEs and colleges
Real Estate Sales Agents help people buy, sell, and lease properties in Australia. They act as skilled advisers and negotiators. Their job is to guide clients through complex transactions with confidence. A solid grasp of market trends, contract law, and client management is essential.
Agents conduct property appraisals, prepare listings, and run marketing campaigns. They manage the legal paperwork required under state and territory law. They work closely with conveyancers, mortgage brokers, and property valuers. This coordination role requires strong organisational ability and precise attention to detail.
Entry requires the Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice (CPP41419). Agents must also get a licence through the relevant state body. In NSW, that body is NSW Fair Trading. In Victoria, it is Consumer Affairs Victoria. In Queensland, it is the Office of Fair Trading. CPD is mandatory to keep a licence current in all Australian states.
Future demand for Real Estate Sales Agents is rated Strong (yourcareer.gov.au, 2024). Median full-time weekly earnings sit at $1,504 per week (Jobs and Skills Australia, 2024). That is around $78,000 a year. This career suits those with commercial acumen and strong people skills.
Laura Atkinson is an Account Management and SEM specialist at Course Finder Group with six years' experience in the Australian education sector. She works day to day with universities, TAFEs and independent training providers, which gives her a close view of how courses map to real career outcomes. She writes practical guidance on career pathways, choosing the right qualification and what to expect when moving into a new field.
