If you’re considering a career in real estate in Victoria, the first step is understanding which qualification and registration requirements apply to the work you want to do.
Most people start as an Agent’s Representative, working in property sales or property management under a licensed estate agent. Others progress towards a full estate agent’s licence, allowing them to operate their own agency.
To become an Agent’s Representative in Victoria, you generally need to complete the prescribed real estate training, be at least 18 years old and meet the eligibility requirements. From 25 November 2026, you must also hold individual registration with the Business Licensing Authority before carrying out Agent’s Representative duties.
There are two main pathways in Victoria.
| Agent’s Representative | Licensed Estate Agent |
| Entry-level pathway into real estate | Pathway towards operating an agency |
| Can work in property sales and management | Can operate an estate agency business |
| Works under a licensed estate agent | Must hold an estate agent’s licence |
| Requires prescribed training and eligibility | Requires additional education, experience and licensing |
If you’re new to real estate, the Agent’s Representative pathway is generally the most suitable starting point.
New entrants generally need to complete 18 prescribed units of competency from the CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice, including 15 specified units and three qualifying electives.
The training develops knowledge and practical skills in:
REAA offers an online Victorian Certificate IV course, allowing students to work through their learning and assessments at their own pace within the applicable enrolment period.
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To work as an Agent’s Representative in Victoria, you must satisfy the relevant eligibility requirements, including the minimum age, prescribed education and applicable character and disqualification rules.
You will also need to meet the police-check requirements and obtain written authority from a licensed estate agent.
From 25 November 2026, Agents’ Representatives must hold individual registration with the Business Licensing Authority (BLA).
Individual registration does not allow you to operate your own estate agency. You must continue working under a licensed estate agent.
For current requirements, refer to Consumer Affairs Victoria.
Once you’ve completed the required training and met the applicable registration requirements, you can pursue opportunities with licensed agencies.
Common roles include real estate sales representative, leasing consultant and property manager.
The work involves more than property transactions. Successful real estate professionals develop strong communication, negotiation, customer service and organisational skills.
Your first role can also provide the practical industry experience needed for future career progression.
If your goal is to manage or operate your own agency, you can work towards a Victorian estate agent’s licence.
The standard pathway includes additional prescribed education, including the relevant Diploma of Property (Agency Management) units, and at least one year of full-time-equivalent experience as an Agent’s Representative in Victoria within the three years before applying.
You must also satisfy the other Business Licensing Authority requirements.
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From 1 April 2027, Victorian licensed estate agents and registered Agents’ Representatives must complete at least five prescribed continuing professional development (CPD) activities annually.
This makes ongoing professional learning an important part of maintaining your registration or licence.
Yes. New entrants do not generally need previous real estate employment experience, but must complete the prescribed training and meet the relevant eligibility and registration requirements.
Yes. REAA offers online, self-paced real estate training with written assessments and practical activities, including required role plays.
No. Operating an estate agency requires an estate agent’s licence. The Certificate IV provides an entry-level training pathway, but further education, experience and licensing requirements apply.
It depends on your study pace, assessment completion and the registration process. Progressing to a full estate agent’s licence also requires prescribed industry experience and additional education.
Real Estate Academy Australia (RTO 32426) offers nationally recognised real estate training to help students prepare for careers in property sales, leasing and property management.
Whether you’re entering the industry or planning to progress towards agency management, choosing the right qualification is an important first step.
Explore the Victorian Agent’s Representative Course
Regulatory information reviewed October 2026. Always confirm current eligibility and registration requirements with Consumer Affairs Victoria.
