QLD Real Estate Licence & Study Guide
Independent learning support for Queensland property roles. Confirm qualification, experience and application requirements with Office of Fair Trading Queensland and your RTO. EstatePass does not award qualifications or licences.
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Real estate licence Queensland: salesperson registration versus agent training checklist
Compare Queensland’s role-specific unit lists, application evidence and permitted activities, then practise original training/scope decisions.
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Independent Queensland learning, not RTO competency assessment, OFT registration or a unified government exam. A salesperson registration and an agent licence are different permissions. Selected current unit counts are not universal Australian qualification requirements; exceptions, equivalent-licence or special-role pathways need their own official review.
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A Queensland registered salesperson study case asks the salesperson to operate a trust account on the strength of registration alone. What role boundary applies?
- Registration automatically permits operating a trust account
- Registered salespeople cannot operate trust accounts; review the licensed-agent process and authority
- A course quiz overrides OFT restrictions
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Official employee role, current12-unit training list and application requirements.
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Study sequence
- Choose salesperson registration or an agent licence before buying a course. The current QLD salesperson page lists12 required CPP41419 subjects; the agent page lists19 subjects from CPP41419 and CPP51122.
- Map your RTO evidence to the exact current role-specific unit list. Do not assume a full qualification title or an old CPP07 certificate proves every required current subject; confirm exemptions/equivalent-licence conditions with OFT.
- Prepare the appropriate application evidence and current charges. Suitability, identity and other conditions are separate from study; student-visa training has specific CRICOS requirements described by QLD Government.
- Check actual permission before doing the work. A registered salesperson works for a licensed agent and cannot operate trust accounts or conduct auctions. An agent licence also does not by itself authorize auctions. Review ongoing obligations and current CPD separately.
Revision terms
- Role-specific subjects
- The regulator’s list for the chosen registration/licence, not automatically the entire18-unit Certificate IV.
- Competency evidence
- RTO completion/assessment records for required subjects; a prep quiz is not that record.
- Licence versus auction authority
- Permission for real-estate agency work does not automatically include auctioneer authorization.
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| Role | Current listed training | Scope distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Salesperson | 12 CPP41419 subjects on current government page | Employee role; no auctions or trust-account operation |
| Agent | 19 subjects drawn from CPP41419 and CPP51122 | Agency/trust activities subject to actual licence; not auction permission |
| National qualification | CPP41419 packaging is a separate national training concept | Use QLD’s selected-role requirements rather than a nationwide licensing shortcut |
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Sources and applicability
- QLD Government salesperson registration
Reviewed 2026-10-13. Page updated22 September2026: role restrictions,12-unit list and supporting conditions; not individual suitability assessment.
- QLD Government agent licence
Reviewed 2026-10-13. Current19-unit list, agency/trust activities, auction exclusion and application/training evidence. No invented RTO tuition or all-inclusive fee.
Queensland Licensing at a Glance
| Regulatory Body | Office of Fair Trading Queensland |
| Licence Types | Real estate salesperson registration, Real estate agent licence |
| Required Qualification | Specified units from CPP41419 (agents: plus units from CPP51122 Diploma) |
| Key Legislation | Property Occupations Act 2014 |
Study Topics for Queensland
Independent study-topic companions, not the complete approved assessment or an audit of every bank item. Confirm required units and current state rules with your provider and regulator.
Torrens title system, strata title, property rights, Sale of Land Act, and state-specific legislation.
Agent-principal relationship, fiduciary duties, agency agreements, and professional conduct rules.
Contract of sale, vendor disclosure, cooling-off periods, settlement process, and electronic conveyancing.
Marketing methods, auction process, private treaty, expressions of interest, and advertising regulations.
Residential tenancy legislation, lease agreements, bond management, maintenance, and tenant relations.
Valuation methods, comparative market analysis, factors affecting value, and appraisal standards.
Mortgage products, stamp duty, capital gains tax, GST on property, negative gearing, and FIRB rules.
Australian Consumer Law, misleading conduct, trust accounts, complaints handling, and fair trading requirements.
Zoning, development applications, environmental regulations, heritage listings, and building codes.
Code of conduct, CPD requirements, anti-money laundering, professional standards, and disciplinary processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a real estate licence in Queensland?
Choose the role first: the current Queensland Government salesperson page lists 12 specified CPP41419 subjects; the agent licence page lists 19 subjects from CPP41419 and CPP51122. Confirm RTO competency evidence, actual eligibility/suitability, applicable exceptions and current application requirements with OFT. Independent study is not registration or licensing approval.
What legislation governs real estate in Queensland?
The Property Occupations Act 2014 and Property Occupations Regulation 2014 govern real estate agents in Queensland, replacing the earlier Property Agents and Motor Dealers Act 2000. Trust accounts are covered by the Agents Financial Administration Act 2014.
What can a registered real estate salesperson do in Queensland?
A salesperson works as an employee of a licensed agent and can buy, sell, exchange or rent property, negotiate, and show and advertise property. Salespeople cannot conduct auctions or operate trust accounts. An agent licence is needed to run an agency; it does not by itself permit auctions.
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