Frequently asked questions
Is real estate CPD mandatory in Australian Capital Territory?
Yes. CPD is a legal condition of holding a real estate licence in Australian Capital Territory, set by the ACT Access Canberra — the statutory authority for property agents under the Property Agents and Land Transactions Act 2016. The requirement is measured in points against each individual licence condition, due 30 April each year. A typical condition is 8 CPD points (at least 6 industry-specific, with at least 2 of those delivered by an external provider); heavier conditions run to 12 points (8 industry-specific, 4 external).
How much real estate CPD is required in Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory measures CPD in points against each individual licence condition, not annual hours. A typical condition requires 8 CPD points by 30 April each year — at least 6 industry-specific, with at least 2 of those 6 delivered by an external provider. Heavier conditions require 12 points (8 industry-specific, 4 external). The exact requirement is printed on each agent's licence and set by the ACT Access Canberra.
When does the Australian Capital Territory real estate CPD compliance year run?
In Australian Capital Territory, CPD points against each individual licence condition are due by 30 April each year. Points completed after the licence-specific deadline cannot be counted toward that condition.
Who is the real estate CPD regulator in Australian Capital Territory?
Real estate licensing and CPD requirements in Australian Capital Territory are set by the ACT Access Canberra, a statutory authority under the Property Agents and Land Transactions Act 2016. (CBOS — Consumer, Building & Occupational Services — regulates building, electrical, plumbing and gas trades in Tasmania, not real estate.) Licences are renewed every 1 year.
Does accre support Australian Capital Territory real estate CPD compliance?
Yes. accre delivers 11 published Board-approved units totalling 15 points in Tasmania, with points-based tracking against each individual licence condition, the 30 April deadline, industry-specific and external-provider categories, certificates and reporting.