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Robert, a Virginia-licensed salesperson, has just completed his first license term. His broker informs him that he must complete post-license education before his license can be renewed. Robert argues that he already completed 16 hours of continuing education and should be exempt. Who is correct, and why?

Correct Answer

D) The broker is correct; Virginia requires 30 hours of post-license education for first-term salespersons, separate from CE

Under Va. Code § 54.1-2105 and 18 VAC 135-20-170, Virginia requires salespersons to complete 30 hours of post-license education (PLE) within their first license term (the first two years) as a condition of first renewal. This is a separate and additional requirement from the 16-hour continuing education requirement that applies to subsequent renewals. Completing only CE does not satisfy the PLE requirement.

Answer Options
A
Robert is correct; post-license education only applies to brokers, not salespersons
B
The broker is correct; Robert needs 45 hours of post-license education before his first renewal
C
Robert is correct; completing 16 hours of CE satisfies all renewal requirements for a first-term salesperson
D
The broker is correct; Virginia requires 30 hours of post-license education for first-term salespersons, separate from CE

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