Designations and certifications are awarded by the National Association of REALTORS® to agents who complete additional training in a specific area of practice.
Accredited Buyer's Representative
ABR® designees work with homebuyers at every stage of the home buying process. The designation program establishes a foundation of training, skills, and resources to help real estate professionals succeed as buyer’s representatives.
Accredited Land Consultant
Become an expert in all areas of land real estate. The designation requires successful completion of a rigorous LANDU education program, a proven track record of transaction performance, and a commitment to professional growth.
Certified Commercial Investment Member
The Certified Commercial Investment (CCIM) designation is commercial real estate’s global standard for professional achievement, earned through an extensive curriculum of 200 classroom hours and professional experiential requirements.
Certified International Property Specialist
The Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation provides real estate professionals with the knowledge, research, network, and tools to globalize their businesses.
Certified Property Manager
CPM® designees are recognized as experts in real estate management. Holding this designation demonstrates expertise and integrity to employers, owners, and investors.
Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager
The Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation is designed to sharpen expertise in brokerage management.
Certified Residential Specialist
Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) is the highest credential awarded to residential sales agents, managers and brokers. Earning it involves course work and volume requirements.
General Accredited Appraiser
For general appraisers, this designation is awarded to those whose education and experience exceed state appraisal certification requirements.
Graduate, REALTOR® Institute
Gain in-depth training in legal and regulatory issues, technology, professional standards, and the sales process.
GREEN
Differentiate your business by mastering sustainable housing, appealing to eco-minded buyers and boosting property value potential.
Performance Management Network
Focus on negotiating strategies and tactics, networking and referrals, business planning and systems, personal performance management and leadership development.
REALTOR® Association Certified Executive
The REALTOR® Association Certified Executive (RCE) is the only professional designation designed specifically for REALTOR® association executives.
Residential Accredited Appraiser
The RAA is for State Residential or General Appraisers who have completed appraisal education beyond qualification as a residential appraiser.
Seller Representative Specialist
The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance performance in seller representation.
Seniors Real Estate Specialist®
Capture the booming 50+ market by guiding clients to downsize, invest smartly, and refer you confidently.
Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS®
SIOR designees are commercial specialists in industrial and office markets, top-producing professionals and respected industry leaders.
The Counselors of Real Estate
The Counselors of Real Estate® is an organization of commercial property experts worldwide who provide seasoned, objective advice on real property and land-related matters.
At Home With Diversity®
Serve every community confidently, expand your client base, and grow business through inclusive real estate practices.
Certified Real Estate Team Specialist
Improve your team development, individual leadership, and financial performance skills.
Digital Marketing: Social Media
Develop expertise with social media resources and the sites that are an essential part of today's digital marketing mix, whether you are promoting your business or the properties you represent.
e-PRO®
Boost visibility and leads through digital marketing, social media mastery, and online client conversion.
Home Finance Resource
Guide clients through home-financing options confidently to improve outcomes and build lasting relationships.
Inside Sales Agent
Learn the art of selling from an office via phone, email or online, rather than traveling to meet clients.
Luxury Homes Certification
Luxury Homes certification is for agents looking to hone their skills in the ever-growing luxury home market.
Military Relocation Professional
Support military families, expand your network, and secure more relocation referrals with trusted expertise.
Pricing Strategy Advisor
Price properties accurately, strengthen client trust, and negotiate with confidence in every transaction.
Real Estate Investing
Master working with investors and those who are establishing themselves as real estate investors.
Real Estate Negotiation Expert
Sharpen your negotiating skills so that you can successfully advocate for your clients.
Resort & Second Home Property Specialist
Tap into lucrative vacation and investment markets by mastering resort-property sales strategies and client targeting.
Short Sales & Foreclosure Resource
Turn distressed properties into opportunity, guiding buyers and sellers through complex sales.
Smart Home
Develop expertise in the technology, privacy issues, and best transition tactics involved in selling smart homes.
