RES Course

RES course is a preparatory module for all new entrants interested in pursuing a career in real estate.
The Certificate of RES Course Completion has a validity period of 2 years for the purpose of determining eligibility to take the RES examination. Candidates are eligible to take the RES examination within 2 years from the completion date of their RES Course. Beyond the validity period, candidates will be required to attend and complete the RES course again before they become eligible to take the RES examination.

The syllabus is prepared in the context of laws in Singapore governing real estate agency work with focus on sale and lease transactions involving residential, commercial and industrial properties located in Singapore.
The syllabus does not include laws or regulations of other countries governing transactions of foreign properties. Real estate agents are advised to be familiar with such laws or regulations when advising their clients in foreign property transactions/investments.

Have good knowledge of the concepts of real estate and agency practice;

Have basic knowledge of the legal requirements and laws governing property transactions and real estate agency work;

Have basic knowledge of the terminologies and concepts used in real estate transactions and leasing with the understanding of the need to comply with the requirements of the law;

Understand the requirements of the Estate Agents Act 2010 and subsidiary legislation including Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, and of the Council for Estate Agencies (CEA); and ability to handle a typical property transaction effectively and in compliance with the law, government policies, rules and CEA’s prescribed regulations and practice guidelines.