Course Description

3 Hour Ethics – Florida Real Estate Online CE Course

Approved by the Florida Real Estate Commission | Course #0030966 | Provider #0007397 | $14.99 | Instant Certificate

Meet your 3-hour ethics requirement for Florida real estate license renewal with this easy-to-complete, self-paced online course. Approved by the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), this course is designed to help sales associates, brokers, and instructors build trust, strengthen their professional reputation, and make sound ethical decisions in today's real estate market.

Whether you’re navigating client communications, marketing online, or resolving complaints, this course gives you practical tools and Florida-specific strategies to handle ethical challenges confidently.

Offered by 1st Choice Continuing Education, this course is 100% online and accessible 24/7. You’ll receive an instant certificate of completion, and we’ll report your hours to FREC within 24 hours. Have questions? Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770. We’ve been helping real estate professionals stay compliant for over 10 years — backed by our money-back guarantee.

Course Highlights

✅ Approved by the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) - Provider #0007397, Course #0030966

✅ 3 CE credit hours - Ethics and Business Practices portion of the FL real estate 14-hour biennial renewal

✅ $14.99 flat rate - no hidden fees

✅ 100% online and self-paced

✅ Instant certificate of completion

✅ Credits reported to FREC within 24 hours

✅ Mobile-friendly - phone, tablet, or computer

✅ Money-back guarantee

What This Course Covers

This course is structured into three 1-hour modules that help real estate professionals develop and apply ethical judgment in a modern, fast-moving market.

- Hour 1: Foundations of Ethical Real Estate Practices

• NAR Code of Ethics (Articles 1–3)

• Honesty, disclosure, and fiduciary duty

• Real-world case studies and common ethical missteps

• Balancing business success with professional integrity

- Hour 2: Navigating Ethical Challenges in Florida Real Estate

• Florida-specific ethical standards and FREC compliance

• Conflicts of interest, dual agency, and advertising pitfalls

• Escrow, fund management, and transparency

• Responsibilities for reporting violations

- Hour 3: Resolving Ethical Dilemmas in a Modern Marketplace

• Ethical issues in digital marketing and social media

• Emerging technology: AI, automation, and online platforms

• Complaint handling, mediation, and arbitration

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for:

• Florida Sales Associates renewing their license

• Real Estate Brokers and Broker Associates

• Real Estate Instructors who teach FREC-approved material

• Professionals needing to satisfy the 3-hour business ethics requirement

• Agents looking to enhance their credibility and client trust

Florida Real Estate CE Requirements

According to the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), licensees must:

• Complete 14 hours of CE every 2 years

• This must include:

  • 3 hours of Core Law

  • 3 hours of Ethics and Business Practices (this course fulfills that requirement)

  • *8 hours of Specialty Credit (electives)

1st Choice Continuing Education reports your hours to the FREC within 24 hours, and we provide your instant certificate for your records.

Why Choose 1st Choice Continuing Education

1st Choice Continuing Education has more than 10 years of trusted CE service and is approved by FREC (Provider #0007397, Course #0030966). At $14.99 flat with no hidden fees and a money-back guarantee, this is a clean way to clear your 3-hour Ethics CE. The course is 100% online and mobile-friendly, fully self-paced, and your certificate is delivered instantly. Credits are reported to FREC within 24 hours. Phone or text support is available at 1-800-698-2770.

Related Courses / Other Courses You May Need

Need to complete the rest of your 14-hour FL real estate CE? Pair this Ethics course with our 8-hour Specialty Real Estate course or browse the related course below.

• 8 Hour CE - Specialty Real Estate Online Course - Florida

Support When You Need It

✅ Phone or text support: 1-800-698-2770. Spanish speakers welcome.

Questions about which FREC CE categories you still need or whether you have already completed post-licensing? Call or text our team before you enroll.

Enroll Now

✅ Enroll today for just $14.99 - flat rate, no hidden fees, FREC reporting included, money-back guarantee.

Click Enroll Now to begin your 3-hour Ethics in Real Estate course. Complete at your own pace, get your instant certificate, and we report your credits to FREC within 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course approved by FREC?

Yes. The course is approved by the Florida Real Estate Commission as Provider #0007397, Course #0030966, and satisfies the 3-hour Ethics and Business Practices portion of the 14-hour biennial CE requirement.

How much does the course cost?

The course is $14.99 with no hidden fees. FREC reporting is included and the course is backed by a money-back guarantee.

How many CE hours does Florida require?

Florida real estate sales associates and brokers (post-licensing) must complete 14 CE hours every 2 years - 3 hrs Ethics, 3 hrs Core Law, and 8 hrs Specialty Elective. This course covers the 3-hr Ethics portion.

How is the course delivered?

The course is 100% online and self-paced. You can take it on a phone, tablet, or computer. Log in and out anytime - your progress is saved so you can resume right where you left off.

How quickly do I get my certificate?

You receive an instant certificate of completion as soon as you finish the course. You can download or print it immediately for your records.

When are my hours reported to FREC?

We report your credits to FREC within 24 hours of course completion.

What topics are covered?

Hour 1: NAR Code of Ethics Articles 1-3, honesty, and fiduciary duty. Hour 2: FREC compliance, dual agency, escrow, and advertising. Hour 3: digital marketing, AI/automation, complaints, mediation, and arbitration.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. The course is backed by a money-back guarantee.

What if I need help during the course?

Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770 and a team member will help. Spanish speakers welcome.

Course Details

• FREC Approved Course.
• Instant Online Access.
• Study At Your Own Pace. Anytime.
• On Any Device. Phone, Tablet, or Computer.
• Hassle-Free Navigation. Easy to Follow.
• Instant certificate emailed upon completion.
• Credits reported to the Board w/in 24 Hrs.
• 1-800-698-2770 for any questions.