What tests do I need to take to get my KY real estate license?

You must complete the following steps to earn your KY Salesperson’s license:
1) Completing 96-Hour KY Pre-license Salesperson Course
2) Submit fingerprints for a background check
3) Apply to take the state exam. Pass the exam.
4) Obtain E&O insurance
5) Submit a sales associate license application

In total, it can cost as low as $664.25 to earn your Kentucky real estate salesperson license. The fees to earn a license are spread out over the entire process and not paid all upfront.

Earn your KY salesperson license in approx. 3 months. 1. Complete the 96-hour pre-license course online: 3-6 weeks. 2. Schedule and pass the KY state exam: 1-3 weeks. 3. Submit fingerprints for a background check: 1-3 weeks. 4. Purchase E&O insurance. 5. Apply for your license. A time estimate is not available.

Essentially, you will take two major tests during the process of earning your Kentucky sales associate license. The first is the final exam for the 96-hour pre-license license course. The second will be the Kentucky State licensing exam, which has a national and a state section. You need to pass this to earn a license.

Yes, the Kentucky Real Estate Commission does have an online submission process. You will receive an email from the KREC within 36 to 48 hours of passing the state licensing exam with online submission instructions.