NAR's Code of Ethics, adopted in 1913, was one of the first codifications of ethical duties adopted by any business group. The Code ensures that consumers are served by requiring REALTORS® to cooperate with each other in furthering clients' best interests.

Code of Ethics (COE) and Fair Housing Training

NAR's Board of Directors requires Code of Ethics and Fair Housing training every three years. This requirement will begin January 1, 2025 with a deadline of December 31, 2027. Tip: Take your Code of Ethics training during the CE cycle as an elective and knock out 3 CE cycle credits. 

NEW! REALTORS® are required to complete Fair Housing Training  upon becoming a member, and every 3 years thereafter, coinciding with the Code of Ethics training timeline. This requirement is in addition to the Code of Ethics training. Qualified training must be of not less than 2 hours of instructional time. The training must meet specific learning objectives and criteria established by the National Association of REALTORS®.  

Training may be completed through NAR’s online courses or through GHAR. Read the consequences for failing to complete Fair Housing / Anti-Bias training. GHAR CALENDAR

CHECK YOUR CODE OF ETHICS STATUS

How to Fulfill the COE Training Requirement

Code of Ethics Course for Existing Members (Free)

• No final exam, members must pass module quizzes
• Specialized content for residential, commercial, and appraiser practitioners
• NAR COE Training: https://www.nar.realtor/about-nar/governing-documents/code-of-ethics/code-of-ethics-training/code-of-ethics-training-for-existing-members

C2EX Endorsement for Existing Members (Free*)

• NAR's Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) program fulfills the Code of Ethics Training AND Fair Housing Training Requirements for existing members
• An Endorsement empowering REALTORS® to evaluate, enhance and showcase their highest levels of professionalism

*Members without an NAR Designation or Certification are required to earn one to complete C2EX. Fees may apply for an NAR Designation or Certification

Code of Ethics Course for New Members (Free)

• New members and individuals with a break in membership over one year are required to take this training.

NEW MEMBER COURSE

How to Fulfill the Fair Housing Training Requirement

• Fairhaven: A Fair Housing Simulation 
• At Home With Diversity (AHWD): Online or Classroom
• Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing
• NAR's Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) program fulfills the Code of Ethics Training AND Fair Housing Training Requirements for existing members