Online Learning from the Center for REALTOR® Development (CRD)
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Note: Continuing Education (CE) credit is not available for this course.
Format:
Self-Paced
Cost:
Members: $310; Non-members: $620
Turn Sustainability Into a Smart Business Strategy
Earn the Green Designation and help clients find homes that are efficient, healthy, and future-ready.
Consumer demand for energy-efficient, environmentally conscious homes is on the rise. The Green Designation course equips real estate professionals with the tools to understand high-performance homes and help clients make informed decisions that align with their values and budgets.
This 12-hour, self-paced online course covers building science, energy systems, valuation, and green marketing strategies. You will gain the skills to identify and explain sustainable features, work confidently with clients seeking greener homes, and integrate environmental awareness into your business plan.
What You Will Learn
Why This Course Matters
- Understanding high-performance homes. Explore how design, materials, and systems improve energy efficiency, air quality, and durability.
- Explaining renewable energy. Learn the basics of solar, wind, and geothermal systems and how they factor into home selection and ownership.
- Positioning green homes in the market. Market and price high-performance homes with confidence, including proper documentation and valuation tools.
- Serving green-minded clients. Tailor your approach to meet the needs of buyers and sellers who prioritize sustainability.
- Building a future-focused business. Develop a green business plan, connect with aligned professionals, and set an example through your own practices.
- Fulfills the core requirement for the Green Designation.
- Counts as an elective toward the Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation
- Equips you to meet growing client demand for energy-efficient and sustainable homes.
- Builds your brand and market niche in one of real estate’s fastest-growing sectors.
- Duration: 12 hours (Self-paced)
- Must complete within one year of date of enrollment
- Annual dues are required to maintain the Green Designation.
- No CE credit is available for this course.
- International students can register at the member price by becoming an International REALTOR® Member.