Platinum Institute of Real Estate Prelicensing Course Overview

Session Dates:
June: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
July: 3, 10, 11 (Note: No class on July 4th)

Total Course Hours:
84 hours (80 hours of instruction + 4 hours for the final exam)

Tuition Fee:
$420 (Regular price; textbook not included)

Course Description:
This course is designed to prepare students for the North Carolina real estate license examination and to provide them with the fundamental knowledge required to act as licensed real estate brokers in North Carolina. The curriculum focuses on core competencies that foster professionalism and protect the public interest.

Required Textbook:
"Learn, Test, Pass: Real Estate Prelicensing for North Carolina" (available for purchase at Platinum Institute of Real Estate; shipping and handling fees may apply)

Provided Materials:

• North Carolina Real Estate Manual

• North Carolina License Law and Commission Rules booklet

• Platinum Institute Course Packet: Includes all necessary handouts, available for pickup on the first day of class.

Attendance Policy:
A minimum attendance of 90% is required. Students missing more than eight (8) hours, or the first day of class, must retake the course. There is no provision for making up missed time due to lateness or absences.

Participation and Completion Requirements:

• Active participation in bi-weekly practice exams.

• Completion of end-of-chapter quizzes one week prior to the final exam.

• A passing score of 75% on the final course examination is necessary for successful completion.

Final Exam Day:
The last day of class on July 11 includes 5 hours of final review and a 4-hour final examination.

Course Cancellation and Rescheduling:
Platinum Institute reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses as needed. We require a minimum enrollment of ten (10) students. Affected students will be notified at least 24 hours in advance of any changes. Options available to affected students include rescheduling to another course or receiving a full tuition refund.

For registration or further inquiries, please contact Platinum Institute of Real Estate at 704-606-7051.

The 2024-2025 Broker-in-Charge Update (BICUP) Course is a four (4) hour* course that must be completed by all brokers-in-charge and brokers who have BIC-Eligible status and who wish to renew their license on active status on July 1, 2024, for the 2024-2025 license year. 

Brokers-in-charge and brokers with BIC-Eligible status must take the BICUP course each year to satisfy the Update course requirement and to maintain BIC-Eligible status, as prescribed by Commission Rules 58A .1702 and 58A .0110. 

*Per Commission Rule 58H .0101(7): "Instructional hour" means 50 minutes of instruction and 10 minutes of break time. 

The 2024-2025 General Update (GENUP) Course is a four (4) hour* course that must be completed by all provisional and non-provisional brokers who are not brokers-in-charge and/or do not have BIC-Eligible status and who wish to renew their licenses on active status on July 1, 2025, for the 2024-2025 license year. 

Brokers-in-Charge and brokers with BIC-Eligible status must take the BICUP course each year to satisfy the Update course requirement and to maintain BIC-Eligible status, as prescribed by Commission Rules 58A .1702 and 58A .0110.

* Per Commission Rule 58H .0101(7): "Instructional hour" means 50 minutes of instruction and 10 minutes of break time. 

The 2023-2024 General Update (GENUP) Course is a four (4) hour* course that must be
completed by all provisional and non-provisional brokers who are not brokers-in-charge
and/or do not have BIC-Eligible status and who wish to renew their licenses on active
status on July 1, 2024, for the 2024-2025 license year.

Brokers-in-Charge and brokers with BIC-Eligible status must take the BICUP course each
year to satisfy the Update course requirement and to maintain BIC-Eligible status, as
prescribed by Commission Rules 58A .1702 and 58A .0110.

*Per Commission Rule 58H .0101(7): "Instructional hour" means 50 minutes of
instruction and 10 minutes of break time.

Proper disclosure remains a hot-button topic in real estate practice; complicated scenarios can confound even the most seasoned real estate veterans. The content selection and subject matter outline for this course were created by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission’s Education Committee. The topics chosen were selected because they’re areas of license law and practice that pose particular issues for real estate licensees in South Carolina.

This course aims to improve a licensee’s ability to serve clients and protect and promote the public. The course will help licensees better understand mandatory disclosures in real estate transactions and avoid related issues and violations for failing to disclose as required.

Course highlights include:

• Benefits of disclosure
• Disclosure of personal interest
• Disclosure in advertising
• Team advertising disclosures
• Disclosure of brokerage relationships
• Disclosure acknowledgements
• Transaction brokerage
• Dual and designated agency
• Disclosure of material adverse facts
• Residential Property Condition Disclosure Act
• Stigmatized property
• Disclosure of compensation
• In-house listing disclosure

Platinum Institute of Real Estate Course Overview

Course Schedule:

• Dates: April 28, 29, 30; May 1, 5, 6, 7, 8

• Time: Monday through Thursday, 6 PM - 9:45 PM

Examination Details:

• Initial Exam: The required final exam will be available on May 12 in your student dashboard and must be completed under online proctoring.

• Retake Exam: For those needing a retake, the exam must be completed by midnight on May 31, also under online proctoring.

Course Description: This course is essential for anyone looking to practice real estate in North Carolina effectively. It covers the intricacies of state-specific statutes and rules. Learn practical skills for creating entities, forming teams, managing personal properties, and ensuring compliance with all necessary disclosures. Taught by experienced instructors who are active real estate professionals, this course offers real-world insights that will elevate your career to new heights.

Digital Course Materials:

• All course materials are provided in digital format only. There are no physical materials shipped.

• Registered students will receive an email with digital course materials prior to the start of the class.

Additional Resources:

• A detailed course syllabus and further description are available at the North Carolina Real Estate Commission's website: NC Real Estate Commission Syllabus.

Attendance Requirements:

• Attendance is mandatory and will be strictly monitored in accordance with the North Carolina Real Estate Commission’s standards.

This format ensures all relevant details are clear and accessible, maintaining a professional tone and aligning with the educational standards of the Platinum Institute of Real Estate.