Real Estate
Austin Community College’s Real Estate Program can prepare you for an exciting and lucrative career. You’ll learn about residential versus commercial sales, property management, and more. Upon completion, you’ll be ready to take the real estate broker or real estate licensing exam.
Pride Points
Courses meet licensing requirements
Accredited by ACBSP
Job search assistance
ACC’s Real Estate Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Career & Salary Information
As a real estate broker or agent, you can help individuals and businesses find, buy, sell, and rent properties of all types. Licensing requirements differ by state, and job growth rates tend to mirror the local economy and housing market.
Click each title to learn more about important career information such as employment rates, and average salary in our region.
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Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the selling, buying, leasing, or governance activities of commercial, industrial, or residential real estate properties. Includes managers of homeowner and condominium associations, rented or leased housing units, buildings, or land (including rights-of-way).
Hourly Wage: $
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Real Estate Brokers
Operate real estate office, or work for commercial real estate firm, overseeing real estate transactions. Other duties usually include selling real estate or renting properties and arranging loans.
Hourly Wage: $
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Real Estate Sales Agents
Rent, buy, or sell property for clients. Perform duties, such as study property listings, interview prospective clients, accompany clients to property site, discuss conditions of sale, and draw up real estate contracts. Includes agents who represent buyer.
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Choose the Award Path That’s Right for You
ACC offers stackable credentials. Certificates prepare you for a career change or career advancement and often include credits that count toward associate degrees. Associate degrees further increase your employability and help you build a strong foundation for university transfer. Learn more.
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