What a real estate license lets you do
A Florida sales associate license allows you to work under a broker, represent buyers and sellers, and get paid on transactions. It is the required credential before you can practice real estate in the state.
Florida real estate license
Florida Real Estate License: Steps, Course, and Exam Path
Earning a Florida real estate license requires the 63-hour pre-licensing course, a DBPR application with fingerprints, and a passing state exam before broker activation. Casa Academy keeps the process simple with online lessons, practice tests, and a clear checklist.
Reviewed by Casa Academy and updated March 16, 2026 using the current DBPR checklist and Pearson VUE scheduling guidance.
The Florida licensing steps at a glance
Most applicants follow the same sequence: complete the 63-hour pre-licensing course, submit fingerprints and the DBPR application, schedule the state exam, and then activate the license with a sponsoring broker.
How Casa Academy supports the journey
Our online course is organized to match the Florida exam topics, with progress checkpoints and practice questions that prepare you for test day without duplicating the enrollment flow.
FAQs
How long does it take to get a real estate license in Florida?
Most students finish in 2 to 10 weeks, depending on course pace, application processing, and exam scheduling.
Do I have to live in Florida to get licensed?
No. Florida allows non-residents to apply as long as they meet the same education and background requirements.
Is the 63-hour course required for everyone?
Yes, most first-time applicants must complete the state-approved 63-hour pre-licensing course before sitting for the exam.
What does the 63-hour course cover?
The course covers Florida real estate law, principles, contracts, finance, and ethics aligned to the state exam outline.
When do fingerprints and the DBPR application happen?
You can submit fingerprints and the DBPR application while finishing the course so the timing lines up for the exam.
Do I need a broker before I take the exam?
No. You only need a broker to activate your license after passing the exam.
About Casa Academy
Casa Academy is an online Florida real estate school operating under Florida school license ZH1003169. We maintain this page against the DBPR sales associate checklist and Pearson VUE exam scheduling guidance.
If the state changes its application steps or exam scheduling, this page should change too. The current review date for this version is March 16, 2026.
Authority details
- Organization
- Casa Academy
- Florida school license
- ZH1003169
- Current review date
- March 16, 2026
Next steps
If this page answered the immediate question, these guides help you move to the next practical step.
Florida real estate license requirements
Review eligibility rules, application steps, and exam timing.
View Florida requirementsFlorida real estate agent course
Understand the 63-hour pre-licensing course and who it is for.
Explore the agent courseFlorida real estate license online course
See what can be completed online versus in person.
See online course detailsFlorida real estate license lookup
Use the DBPR portal to verify a sales associate or broker.
Check a licenseFlorida continuing education requirements
Learn the CE requirement for renewals after your first cycle.
Review CE requirementsReady when you are
Start with a Florida-approved course and structured study support
Use the practical resources above first. When you are ready to move, compare the course options and enroll from the main portal.
Keep moving
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Use the blog and comparison guides to answer practical questions about cost, timelines, school selection, and exam prep before you commit.