Question 1

How many CPD points do I need as a real estate agent in Australia?

EstatePass Inc. · Accepted Answer

It depends on the state. NSW real estate licence and certificate holders need at least 7 hours each CPD year (1 July to 30 June), and Class 1 licensees also attend 5 hours of NSW Fair Trading accredited forums. Queensland requires 2 approved CPD sessions each CPD year (mandatory since 6 June 2025). Western Australia requires 5 points each CPD year (1 April to 31 March from 2026). Victoria introduces mandatory CPD on 1 April 2027. South Australia has no mandatory CPD for agents.

Question 2

What counts as CPD for real estate agents?

EstatePass Inc. · Accepted Answer

CPD activities include formal training courses, seminars, conferences, workshops, webinars, and self-directed learning. Activities must be relevant to real estate practice and meet the rules of the state that requires them; NSW and WA each publish what counts.

Question 3

What happens if I don't complete my CPD requirements?

EstatePass Inc. · Accepted Answer

Where CPD is mandatory, falling short can bring a penalty or suspension, or stop you renewing. NSW says non-compliance may lead to a penalty or the suspension or cancellation of a licence or certificate, and WA that you may be unable to renew your triennial certificate or registration.

Question 4

Can I carry over excess CPD points to the next year?

EstatePass Inc. · Accepted Answer

No, in NSW and WA each CPD year stands alone and extra hours or points do not carry over. NSW makes one exception for assistant agents completing Certificate IV units.

Question 5

Where can I find approved CPD providers in my state?

EstatePass Inc. · Accepted Answer

In NSW, check NSW Fair Trading's CPD guidance; in WA, Consumer Protection's CPD program. in Queensland, sessions approved by the Office of Fair Trading (codes start QLDCPD20). Victoria will publish its requirements before CPD starts on 1 April 2027, and South Australia has no mandatory CPD. The Real Estate Institute in each state (REINSW, REIV, REIQ, REIWA, REISA) also runs CPD programs.

State	Each year	Period	Regulator
New South Wales	7 hours	CPD year: 1 July to 30 June	NSW Fair Trading
Victoria	Not mandatory	Mandatory CPD starts 1 April 2027	Consumer Affairs Victoria
Queensland	2 sessions	CPD year: 12 months from your licence or registration issue date	Office of Fair Trading Queensland
Western Australia	5 points	CPD year: 1 April to 31 March (from 2026)	Consumer Protection WA
South Australia	Not mandatory	No mandatory CPD	Consumer and Business Services SA

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