Step-by-Step
Arizona Real Estate License Checklist
Follow this checklist in order to go from zero to a licensed Arizona salesperson — with each ADRE requirement in the right sequence.
Quick Answer
What is the checklist to get an Arizona real estate license?
Complete the 90-hour pre-license course, complete the 6-hour Contract Writing course, pass the proctored school final, get an Arizona DPS fingerprint clearance card, pass the Pearson VUE state exam, then submit your salesperson application to ADRE with both certificates.
Last updated: June 30, 2026
Your Arizona license checklist, in order
- Confirm you are at least 18 years old.
- Enroll in and complete the 90-hour ADRE-approved Salesperson pre-license course.
- Complete the required 6-hour Contract Writing course.
- Pass the proctored school final exam (80%, up to 3 attempts).
- Apply for and receive your Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Schedule and pass the Pearson VUE Arizona salesperson exam (national + state portions).
- Gather both course completion certificates.
- Submit your salesperson license application and fees to ADRE.
- Activate your license under a designated broker to begin practicing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the first step to getting an Arizona real estate license?
Start your ADRE-approved education: the 90-hour Salesperson pre-license course. You can begin online and self-paced right away, then complete the required 6-hour Contract Writing course.
Do the steps have to be done in a specific order?
Education comes first (both courses and the school final), then fingerprinting and the Pearson VUE state exam, then the ADRE application. You can take the two courses in either order.
How long does the whole process take?
Motivated students often finish in 6–12 weeks. You have up to 12 months of course access, and the state exam and application steps typically take a few weeks depending on scheduling.
Reviewed by
Jennifer Williams
Founder of Click2CE Real Estate School and the designated School Director for Arizona (ADRE School S26-0002). Licensed real estate broker in 40+ states, Certified Distance Education Instructor (CDEI), and ARELLO-certified. Jennifer reviews every course and guide for regulatory accuracy.
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