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Code of Ethics & Fair Housing

Being a REALTOR® means adhering to the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics, and staying current on Fair Housing best practices. More than the standard for all REALTORS®, these two trainings ensure that professionals are working at a level above a real estate licensee.

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Training Requirements

REALTORS® are required to complete the NAR Code of Ethics and Fair Housing courses each three-year cycle.

  • At least 2.5 hours of training on the Code of Ethics
  • At least 2.0 hours of training Fair Housing

Ways to Complete Your Training

Before you take a class outside any of these options, confirm that the course meets NAR training requirements by contacting your Local Association well in advance of the class.

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Check the Oregon REALTORS® calendar for the next online class.

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Register for training through NAR.

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With a Local Association.

The Code of Ethics

REALTORS® are held to the most current Code of Ethics, which can be viewed on the NAR site.

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FAQs

The Code of Ethics is foundational to who REALTORS® are. REALTORS® must take a qualifying Code of Ethics (CoE) training at least once in every three-year period.

Who offers CoE and Fair Housing classes?

Oregon REALTORS® offers classes regularly. Check our calendar.

NAR also offers CoE and Fair Housing training:

Your Local Association may also offer CoE and/or Fair Housing training.

NOTE: If you’re thinking of taking a class outside of these three providers, confirm that the course meets NAR training requirements by contacting your Local Association well in advance of the class.

How many hours do I need to cover my required training?

All REALTORS® operate in the same 3-year cycle for both trainings. It is not based on when you became a member.

  • 2.5 hours of certified Code of Ethics training every 3 years.
  • 2.0 of certified Fair Housing training every 3 years.
How do I find out if I’m due for training?

Check the status of your training cycle on NAR’s website.

Choose “My Account” under your name in the top right corner, then choose the Dashboard tab on the left.

Where can I find NAR’s Code of Ethics document?

NAR’s Code of Ethics and Professional Standards are updated as language is amended, and the document is always available online.