Residential Real Estate Brokerage (EEC.21)

Program Overview

The Residential Real Estate Brokerage (EEC.21) program is designed for individuals who wish to acquire the knowledge, skills, and professional ethics required to practice as a residential real estate broker in Québec. This program is fully aligned with the requirements of the Organisme d’autoréglementation du courtage immobilier du Québec (OACIQ), which regulates the profession and defines certification standards.

The program emphasizes mastering the legal and ethical framework set out by the Real Estate Brokerage Act, acquiring technical skills related to residential real estate transactions, and preparing for the mandatory OACIQ certification exams.

This training is offered in French and English and leads to an Attestation of College Studies (ACS) recognized by the ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur.

Program Objectives

The program aims to train competent residential real estate brokers able to:

• Apply the legal and regulatory provisions governing the profession;
• Carry out real estate brokerage activities in compliance with OACIQ rules and the highest ethical standards;
• Master the processes of selling, purchasing, and renting residential properties;
• Evaluate property market value and advise clients on mortgage financing options;
• Accurately draft brokerage contracts and offers to purchase, using the forms required by the OACIQ;
• Manage client relationships and oversee transactions through to completion;
• Prepare effectively for OACIQ certification exams, a mandatory step toward obtaining the residential real estate broker’s licence.

Program Content

The program includes 9 courses totaling 450 hours:

Functions of a Residential Real Estate Broker

• Roles and responsibilities of the broker
• Real estate transaction process

Real Estate Law

• Applicable regulations
• Contracts and property rights

Architecture and Building Standards

• Building components
• Construction and maintenance standards

Real Estate Brokerage Act

• Legal and ethical obligations
• OACIQ regulatory framework

Market Valuation of Residential Properties

• Valuation methods and comparables

Real Estate and Mortgage Mathematics

• Mortgage calculations
• Financial ratio analysis

Contract Drafting 1: Brokerage Contracts

• Forms and drafting in compliance with OACIQ requirements

Contract Drafting 2: Offers to Purchase

• Legal documents and contractual obligations

Integration into the Profession of Residential Real Estate Broker

• Skills consolidation and exam simulations

These courses cover all the competencies required by the OACIQ training framework.

Duration and Schedule

The total program duration is 450 hours, delivered over two full-time semesters or through various part-time schedules. Courses are offered online and in person at the Collège Royal du Québec campus, with schedules adapted to adult learners (daytime, evening, or weekends).

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the general admission requirements set out in Article 4 of the College Education Regulations and the following specific conditions:

Art. 4  A person who has received instruction considered sufficient by the college and meets any of the following conditions may be admitted to a program of studies leading to an Attestation of College Studies:

(1)  the person has interrupted his or her full-time studies or pursued full-time postsecondary studies for at least 2 consecutive terms or 1 school year;

(2)  the person is covered by an agreement entered into between the college and an employer or by a government program of studies;

(3)  the person has interrupted his or her full-time studies for one term and pursued full-time postsecondary studies for one term; or

(4)  the person holds a Secondary School Vocational Diploma.

A person who has a Secondary School Diploma and meets either of the following conditions may be admitted to a program of studies leading to an Attestation of College Studies:

(1)  the program of studies enables the person to pursue technical studies in a field for which there is no program of studies leading to a Diploma of College Studies; or

(2)  the program of studies is covered by an agreement on training entered into between the Minister and a department or body of the Gouvernement du Québec.

Specific conditions :

• None

Learning Path

The learning path is structured to ensure progressive development:

• First acquiring essential legal and regulatory knowledge;
• Deepening skills in property valuation, financing, and contract drafting;
• Becoming familiar with the official OACIQ tools and forms;
• Reinforcing learning through role-playing and practical exercises;
• Engaging in intensive preparation for mandatory OACIQ certification exams, including understanding compliance standards and professional responsibilities.

Career Opportunities

The Residential Real Estate Brokerage ACS directly prepares graduates for professional practice regulated by the OACIQ. Completing the ACS and passing the certification exams are required to obtain a residential real estate broker’s licence.

Graduates may work independently or within licensed real estate brokerage agencies.

Training Location

Courses are offered online and in person at the Collège Royal du Québec campus, located near Sherbrooke metro station in Montreal. Students benefit from personalized support and resources tailored to preparing for the OACIQ certification exams.

Diploma and Certificates of Excellence

Graduates who complete the program and achieve a minimum average of 60% receive an Attestation of College Studies (ACS) issued by the Collège Royal du Québec and recognized by the ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur.

To recognize sustained effort and exceptional performance, Collège Royal du Québec awards certificates of excellence to students who achieve outstanding academic results upon graduation. These honorary distinctions are granted according to a recognition scale inspired by university standards, including the mentions Cum Laude (with Honours), Magna Cum Laude (with Great Distinction), and Summa Cum Laude (with Highest Distinction). These mentions are awarded based on the final grade point average. In addition to highlighting individual merit, these certificates are considered a valuable professional asset by employers and industry partners.

All students successfully admitted to AEC programs delivered in English must demonstrate a minimum level of French language proficiency to be granted final AEC certification in their program.