pierce college's real estate program will be closing june 30, 2010

Due to budget constraints and low enrollment, Pierce College will be closing its real estate education program on June 30, 2010. In order to allow sufficient time for students to complete coursework, the following enrollment dates have been set:

 

Online class registration deadline: March 2, 2010

The last date to start an online course is March 2, 2010. Students in online classes have 120 days from the date of enrollment to complete all coursework including projects and exams. Courses access will end on June 30, 2010 and there will be no extensions as the server will be shut down.

correspondence class registration deadline: fEBRuary 18, 2010

The last date to start a correspondence course is February 18, 2010. Students in correspondence courses have 180 days to complete all coursework including the final exam from the date they enroll. Course access will end August 30, 2010 and there will be no extensions.

Call! Click! Fax! Mail! or Come on in! to Register

 

REGISTER AND PAY: You can register in person, by fax or mail, online (returning students only) or by phone at (253)964-6616 Monday through Friday 9am to 4pm. Payment in full is required at the time of registration.

REFUND POLICY FOR REAL ESTATE CLASSES: Continuing Education refunds* for real estate classes will be given as follows:

• 100% - When a class is cancelled by Continuing Education.
• 100% less $7*- When a student withdraws two (2) business days prior to the first class session.
• 0% - When a student withdraws less than two (2) business days prior to the first class session, after the class begins, does not participate (or stops participating) in the course, or has been emailed a username and password for an online course.

*Deposits on some courses (when specified in the description), field study, all travel and trips, clock hours, CEU fees and the $7 registration fee are nonrefundable. There are no refunds for online courses once a username and password have been issued. Refunds are processed by the registration and cashiering office as quickly as possible. If you paid by credit or debit card, please watch your statement for verification of refund. If you paid by cash or check, your refund may take up longer as a check will have to be processed manually.

DEBTS TO THE COLLEGE - If you have an outstanding debt to the college, the college may offset the outstanding debt against any refunds due to you.

 

BOOKS AND MATERIALS: See the Books and Materials Tab for information on how and where to order your Real Estate textbooks and materials. The Pierce College bookstore DOES NOT keep books on hand but can process PREPAID book orders upon request if you choose not to purchase your books directely from the recommended online booksellers. Contact the bookstore at (253)964-6508 or bookstore@pierce.ctc.edu .

ONLINE STUDENT USERNAME/PASSWORDS: Send an e-mail from the account you will use during the course to lwerley@pierce.ctc.edu and request a username and password. In your email include the name you registered under, the quarter and the course title or item number. NOTE: No refunds will be given after your password has been issued. Login to the course web page: http://pierce.blackboard.com You have 120 days from the date you enroll to complete the class.

CORRESPONDENCE STUDENTS: Assignments for Correspondence classes must be TYPED/WORD PROCESSED. You may submit NO MORE THAN FIVE (5) assignments at a time to the address in your packet. You have six (6) months from the date you enroll to complete the class. You can submit your assignments via US mail or via email for a quicker turnaround time.

Course Descriptions

Class are offered online only unless noted. Correspondence courses are great for those without a reliable Internet connection who need more time (up to six months) to complete the material. You work through written materials which you return by email or mail for review.

REAL 120 Real Estate Purchase & Sale Agreements
(3 credits - 30 clock hours)
Offered through Correspondence Only Prereq: Real Estate License A course for new licensees that primarily relates to preparation of the purchase and sale agreement, including the elements that will result in a binding legal document for each transaction. Meets requirements of RCW 18.85.095.(3)

REAL 125 Washington Real Estate Fundamentals
(6 credits - 60 clock hours)
Offered ONLINE and through Correspondence. Course is accepted for 60 clock hours prior to the application for state licensing examination (WAC 308-124H- 035). Provides students with real estate vocabulary, concepts, laws, and information needed to successfully complete the examination.

REAL 135 Principles of Appraising
(3 credits - 30 clock hours)
Introductory course required for appraiser licensing and certification. The course will include the following: methods of assigning value, economic principles impacting appraisals, forms of ownership, appraisal tasks, principle of supply and demand, replacement and reproduction costs, depreciation, and the principles of sales comparison approach and the income capitalization approach. Course will also explore methods for resolving discrepancies between value indicators and will examine emerging issues in the appraisal of real property.

REAL 160 Real Estate Practices
(3 credits - 30 clock hours)
Prereq: Real Estate License Explore agency relationships, listings and pricing techniques, indepth analysis of the purchase and sale agreements, and methods of accurately estimating closing costs for buyer and seller. Property management, fair housing laws, and government considerations, environmental issues, and commercial real estate sales and leasing will also be covered.

REAL 205 Real Estate Brokerage Management
(3 credits - 30 clock hours)
Prereq: Real Estate License Required prior to application for real estate broker’s licensing examination. Practical administration of brokerage, including managerial functions, with special emphasis on budgeting, managing sales, advertising, sales training, and market analysis. Meets requirements of RCW 18.85.090, 18.85.140, 18.85.215, and WAC 308-124H-036.

REAL 235 Appraisal Procedures
(3 credits - 30 clock hours)
Prereq: REAL 135 Class meets the guidelines developed by the Appraisal Qualification Board for basic appraisal procedures. Students will apply the principles learned in “Principles of Appraising” by developing form reports, and also relating this same information to narrative reports. This course includes an overview of approaches to value; valuation procedures; property descriptions; and residential application. Newly adopted Fannie Mae forms will be used in this course.

REAL 240 Real Estate Appraisal Series
(5 credits - 50 clock hours)
Prereq: REAL 135 and 235 This five-credit course is designed to meet Washington State pre-licensing educational requirements for appraisers. Topics include: Part 1: Residential Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use (15 hours), Part 2: Residential Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach (15 hours) and Part 3: Residential Appraiser Report Writing and Case Studies (15 hours).

REAL 250 Real Estate Appraisal Sales Comparison & Income
(3 credits - 30 clock hours)
Prereq: REAL 135 & 235This three-credit course is designed to meet the Washington State pre-licensing educational requirements for appraisers in Residential Sales Comparison and Income Approaches (30 hours).

REAL 260A Real Estate Law
(3 credits - 30 clock hours)
Prereq: Real Estate License Required course for broker's licensing examination, introducing the legal system, forms of ownership, title and transfer theory, agency law and contract law. Course includes review of laws impacting the real estate industry. May be taken for renewal clock hours.

books and materials

All books listed for a class are required unless otherwised noted. The Pierce College bookstore does not keep these books in stock, however you may place a prepaid order if you do not want to order directly from the publisher websites. Click here to download a printer-friendly, PDF version of the booklist.

 

pierce college's real estate program will be closing june 30, 2010

Due to budget constraints and low enrollment, Pierce College will be closing its real estate education program on June 30, 2010. Before registering for a course, be sure you have read the completion date requirement for your course as there will be no extensions available after the closure deadline.

 

correspondence class registration deadline: fEBRuary 18, 2010

The last date to start a correspondence course is February 18, 2010. Students in correspondence courses have 180 days to complete all coursework including the final exam from the date they enroll. Course access will end August 30, 2010 and there will be no extensions.

REAL 120 Purchase and Sales Agreements (CORRESPONDENCE)
Instructor: Morrie Pedersen

Modern Real Estate Practice, 17th Edition  
Authors: Galaty, Allaway and Kyle
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate Education
ISBN13: 9781419521942 or ISBN: 1419521942
Order from: www.recampus.com 1-800-972-2220
or www.amazon.com

REAL 120 Washington Purchase and Sales Agreements
Author/Publisher: Pierce College, 14th Edition, October 2008
Order From: kbeaumont@pierce.ctc.edu

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REAL 125 Washington Real Estate Fundamentals
Instructor: Morrie Pedersen (CORRESPONDENCE)

Washington Real Estate Fundamentals, 14th Edition
Author: Haupt
Publisher: Rockwell Publishing
ISBN: 978-1-887051-41-5
Call Rockwell Publishing at 1.800.221.9347 opt. 1 to order.

REAL 125 Washington Real Estate Fundamental Student Packet
Author/Publisher: Pierce College, 14th Edition, November 2007
Order From: kbeaumont@pierce.ctc.edu

Washington Real Estate Laws
(RCW 18.85 and 18.86 and related Washington Administrative Codes)
Author/Publisher: The State of Washington
Download from DOL

Washington Real Estate Exam Prep, 2nd or newer Edition
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate Education
ISBN:  0-7931-4786-7 or ISBN 13: 978-0793147861
Order from: www.recampus.com 1-800-972-2220

 

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Online class registration deadline: March 2, 2010

The last date to start an online course is March 2, 2010. Students in online classes have 120 days from the date of enrollment to complete all coursework including projects and exams. Courses access will end on June 30, 2010 and there will be no extensions as the server will be shut down.

REAL 125 Washington Real Estate Fundamentals (ONLINE)
Instructor: Shirley Baenen and Robert Corl

Mastering Real Estate Principles,  5th Edition
Author: Cortesi
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate Education
ISBN-10: 1427767750 or ISBN-13: 978-1427767752  
Order from: www.recampus.com 1-800-972-2220
or www.amazon.com

Washington Real Estate Exam Prep, 2nd or newer Edition
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate Education
ISBN:  0-7931-4786-7 or ISBN 13: 978-0793147861
Order from: www.recampus.com

Washington Real Estate Laws
(RCW 18.85 and 18.86 and related Washington Administrative Codes)
Author/Publisher: The State of Washington
Download from DOL

A financial calculator (The HP 12C recommended)

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REAL 135 Principles of Appraising
Instructor: Shirley Baenen and Robert Corl

Fundamentals of Real Estate Appraisal, 10th Edition
Author: Ventolo/Williams
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate Education
ISBN: 1-4277-7874-4
Order from: www.recampus.com 1-800-972-2220
or www.amazon.com

The Appraisal of Real Estate, 13th Edition (optional)
Author/Publisher: The Appraisal Institute
ISBN 10: 0-922-1549-88 or ISBN-13: 978-0922-1549-82
Order from: www.appraisalinstitute.org/store/

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REAL 160 Real Estate Practices
Instructor: Shirley Baenen and Robert Corl

Modern Real Estate Practice, 17th Edition
Author: Kyle, Galaty, Allaway
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate Education
ISBN-10: 1-4195-2198-5 or ISBN-13: 978-1-41952198-90
Order from: www.recampus.com 1-800-972-2220
or www.amazon.com

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REAL 205A Real Estate Brokerage Management
Instructor: Shirley Baenen and Robert Corl

Real Estate Brokerage – A Management Guide, 7th Edition
Author: McAdam/Cyr/Sobeck
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate Education
ISBN 10: 1-427-7664-01 or ISBN-13: 978-142-7766-403
Order from: www.recampus.com 1-800-972-2220
or www.amazon.com

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REAL 235 Appraisal Procedures
Instructor: Shirley Baenen and Robert Corl

Mastering Real Estate Appraisal, 1st Edition
ISBN-10: 0793161134
Author: Carr, Lawson and Shultz
Publisher: Dearborn Real Estate Education
Order from: www.recampus.com 1-800-972-2220
or www.amazon.com

The Appraisal of Real Estate, 13th Edition (optional)
Author/Publisher: The Appraisal Institute
ISBN 10: 0-922-1549-88 or ISBN-13: 978-0922-1549-82
Order from: www.appraisalinstitute.org/store/

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REAL 240 Real Estate Appraisal Series
Instructor: Shirley Baenen and Robert Corl

Market Analysis & Highest and Best Use, 2005 Edition
Author/Publisher: Hondros
ISBN-13: 978-1598-4408-98
Order from: www.exam-prep.com/

Residential Report Writing, 2005 Edition
Author/Publisher: Hondros
ISBN-13: 978-1598-4402-32
Order from: www.exam-prep.com/

Residential Site Valuation and Cost Approach, 2005 Edition
Author/Publisher: Hondros
ISBN-13: 978-1-59844-088-1
Order from: www.exam-prep.com/

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REAL 250 Real Estate Appraisal Sales Comparison & Income
Instructor: Shirley Baenen and Robert Corl

Residential Sales Comparison & Income Approaches
2nd Edition 2009
Author/Publisher: Hondros
ISBN 13: 978-1-59844-124-6
Published by:
Hondros Learning
4140 Executive Parkway
Westerville, Ohio 43081
Order from: www.exam-prep.com/

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REAL 260 Real Estate Law
Shirley Baenen and Robert Corl

Real Estate Law, 7th Edition
Author: Karp and Klayman
ISBN-10: 1-4277-826-28 or ISBN-13: 978-1427-7826-25
Publisher: Dearnborn Real Estate Education
Order from: www.recampus.com 1-800-972-2220
or www.amazon.com

earn an Associate in Business degree

The Associate in Business professional/technical program at Pierce College is designed to prepare students for a career in the field of business. Many of the courses include field trips, speakers from industry, activities that engage students in their learning, and assignments that require individual initiative in management-related projects. In this degree program we offer two real estate related areas of focus. Real estate courses (REAL) are offered online or in a correspondence/mail in format and are continuous entry:

Area of Focus in Real Estate Sales/Brokerage: Designed for those who would like to complete DOL pre-licensing requirements while earning college credits towards an associate degree. Courses in this degree program go beyond above and beyond just the the licensing requirements and give you the skills you'll need in math, writing, computer literacy, small business management, and sales techniques needed to succeed in this field.

Area of Focus in Real Estate Appraisal: Designed for those who need to meet the DOL pre-licensing requirements for State-Registered Real Estate Appraiser Trainee so they can enter the training period for this career path. As a trainee, students can take college courses to help meet the pre-licensing course requirements required to sit for the for the State Licensed Real Estate Appraiser examination including the higher level appraisal courses required by DOL. For those who don't already hold an associates degree or higher, we can help you tailor your classes in this degree program to meet the subject matter specific course requirements for next level of licensing, the State-Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser license. Requirements include courses in:

• English composition
• Principles of economics (micro or macro)
• Finance
• Algebra, geometry, or higher mathematics
• Statistics
• Introduction to computers: Word processing/spreadsheets
• Business or real estate law

our faculty

Our faculty are in the business of real estate! Our instructors have experience working as sales agents, appraisers and property managers so the information and materials are relevant and practical -- the stuff you need to know to do the job!

	Shirley Baenen, is a certified general appraiser with over thirty years experience in the Real Estate industry.  She holds a Washington state real estate broker's license and has earned the Certified Property Managers (CPM) designation from the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM). Shirley holds bachelor of arts degree in Real Estate.
	Bob Corl is a nationally published real estate author, a licensed broker and a registered appraiser trainee in Washington state. He began his 25 year career in residential sales and obtained his brokers license in 1987. As a state-approved real estate director in Pennsylvania and Delaware, and past education director for the Washington Association of Realtors, he has taught a wide range of real estate courses and has written several related training manuals including Mastering the Magic of the HP12C Calculator used in the field. Bob holds a bachelor of arts degree in music education and a master of arts degree in music performance/opera both fromTemple University, Philadelphia.
	Morrie Pedersen, BA and M.Ed., former Pierce College faculty member and Division Chair of Humanities, has been licensed as a real estate agent for more than 30 years. Following his retirement from the college, Morrie has switched to selling real estate full-time, along with teaching two of our correspondence courses.  He enjoys the challenges associated with selling real estate as a full-time agent.

Prepare for a Career in the Field of Real Estate Appraisal

Our courses can help you meet the initial Washington State pre-licensing requirements so you can register as a Registered Real Estate Appraiser Trainee while you earn college credits. Get started with REAL 135 and REAL 235 required* to register as a trainee and begin your training and experience hours. Then work on completing the advanced appraisal courses and additional subject matter courses (as needed) to fulfill the requirements to become fully licensed and certified. You’ll not only meet licensing requirements but you’ll earn college credits you can apply towards a certificate in real estate appraisal or an Associate in Business degree. Courses include specific subject matter courses as required by DOL in small business planning, English, math and computer applications, that will help you in this career. Appraisal licensing in Washington state requires completion of pre-licensing education requirements, meeting experience requirements and completion of college level coursework in specific subject matter as outlined by the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL).

For more information, visit (DOL) at: www.dol.wa.gov/business/appraisers/. If you are planning to obtain licensing in another state, check requirements before enrolling.

*Pierce College does not offer the 15 hour USPAP course also required by DOL to register as a trainee.

Click to view the Program Outcome Guide for the Associate in Business degree.

Click to download a brochure with detailed information about the program in Adobe PDF format. )

Prepare for a Career in Real Sales and Brokerage

At Pierce College you can take the classes you need to meet the Washington State pre-licensing educational requirements while you earn college credits. Get started with REAL 125 Washington Real Estate Fundamentals to qualify to take the exam for your initial license. Then work on completing the additional classes that you’ll need to renew your license and advance in the field. You’ll not only be fulfilling licensing requirements but will be earning credits you can apply towards a certificate in real estate or an Associate in Business degree with a Real Estate Area of Focus.

Applicants for real estate sale/broker licenses must pass exams and meet current licensing requirements in the state where they plan to practice. In Washington State, the Department of Licensing (DOL) provides an online resource for information about exam, license and renewal costs at: www.dol.wa.gov/business/realestate/. Check this site regularly as laws and regulations related to both practice and licensing change frequently. Each state has its own educational and licensing requirements. If you are planning on selling real estate in another state, be sure to check on their requirements before enrolling in our classes which are designed to meet Washington state requirements.

Click to view the Program Outcome Guide for the Associate in Business degree.

Click to download a brochure with detailed information about the program in Adobe PDF format.

visit the DOL website

Pierce College real estate classes are designed to meet the licensing requirements for Washington State. Each state has its own educational and licensing requirements. If you are planning on selling real estate in or doing appraisals in another state, be sure to check on their requirements before enrolling in our classes which are designed to meet Washington state requirements. For the most current information about the Washington State requirements visit the Dept. of Licensing website at:

Real Estate and Brokers: http://www.dol.wa.gov/business/realestate/

Appraisers: http://www.dol.wa.gov/business/appraisers/

Associate degree in Business Outcomes

Students who receive an associate in business degree will be prepared to:

Exercise and role model positive ethical behavior.

Communicate and resolve conflict respectfully and effectively while demonstrating the skill to offer and receive feedback.

Identify and utilize multiple points of view with a global perspective to reach, connect and expand diversity.

Display proactive behavior in project development and completion.

Develop and critically assess technical and/or creative business documents.

Use appropriate technological tools to create, compile and report business information.

Be aware of academic options upon graduation from Pierce College.

Certificate in Real Estate Sales/Brokerage Program Outcomes

 

Students who receive the Certificate in Real Estate Sales/Brokerage will be prepared to:

Determine the factors involved in choosing real estate as a career including personality, personal financial  and budget needs, and professional licensing requirements.

Apply the concepts of contract law: legal effects of contracts, essential elements, statute of limitations, statute of frauds, contract termination, and contract default to real estate sales transactions.

Explore the components of agency law and brokerage relationships: definitions, roles, client, customer and principal designations, agency disclosure, and antitrust laws.

Outline the steps involved in selling real estate: showing property, sales and marketing strategies, completing a purchase and sale agreement, presenting an offer and counteroffer, buyer and seller responsibilities, escrow, title transfer, closing procedures, and closing costs.

Manage a real estate business including business financial planning and budgeting, business licensing, staff recruitment, selection, training and supervision. 

Determine a market price for property that considers supply and demand, appraisals, comparative market analysis (CMA), and other standard methods of property valuation.

Prepare a valid lease that complies with the rights and obligations as outlined in the Landlord/Tenant Act.

Describe the elements involved in real estate sales transactions including mortgages, deeds of trust, VA, FHA, ARM, conventional, and first time buyer options, points, escrow and settlements.

Meet Department of Licensing pre-licensing and renewal educational requirements as required to apply and maintain a Washington state Real Estate Salesperson and a Real Estate Broker license.

Certificate in Real Estate Appraisal Program Outcomes

Students who receive the Certificate in Real Estate Appraisal will be prepared to:

Identify the economic principles that impact appraisals and the forces that influence the value of real property.

Collect data and prepare a residential market analysis.

Apply the comparison approach to valuation of residential properties.

Apply the cost approach to valuation of residential properties.

Complete appraisal forms and reports that conform with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) standards and Washington state laws.

Meet Department of Licensing pre-licensing educational requirements to apply for licensing in Washington state as a State-Registered Real Estate Appraiser Trainee.

Meet Department of Licensing pre-licensing educational requirements to apply for the State Licensed Real Estate Appraiser examination.

Analyze workplace scenarios identifying/debating legal, ethical and socially responsible/irresponsible behavior in the appraisal field.

ONLINE AND CORRESPONDENCE CLASSES

A plan and a scheduled time each week for completing coursework within the time allotted. (Correspondence students need to consider mailing time to and from the instructor.) Most five credit classes meet 50 hours in a ten week period and required at least twice the number of in-class hours for homework and outside work.

Microsoft Word 2000, 2003 or 2007 (or a typewriter and photocopier for correspondence only ) required for both online and correspondence courses as all homework must be typed! Students using other word processing software must be able to save as a Word 2003 compatible .doc file.

FOR ONLINE CLASSES:

• Basic computer skills including: ability to use a mouse, connect to the Internet to create and send emails with attachments, navigate to websites, download and upload documents, ability to word process homework assignments, create basics spreadsheets (appraisers), save and retrieve documents and files.
• An up-to-date PC or MAC computer including up-to-date software and operating system (no more than three to four years old).
• 56k modem or high speed Internet connection such as DSL or Cable with a reliable ISP (Internet Service Provider) for daily access to the course website.
• An updated Internet browser (Internet Explorer, Netscape, Mozillia are recommended).
• A valid email address and ability to send/receive emails and attach files.
• Acrobat Adobe Reader (Free download from www.adobe.com.) to view and print course documents.
• Microsoft Excel 2003 or 2007(required for appraisal courses)

contact us

Real Estate Courses and Login Information:

Contact Kathleen Beaumont, Program Manager/Developer email at kbeaumont@pierce.ctc.edu or by phone at 253.840.8450.

Associate in Business Degree at Pierce College Ft. Steilacoom:

Contact Dr. Paul Gerhardt 253-964-6429 or pgerhardt @pierce.ctc.edu.

Associate in Business Degree at Pierce College Puyallup:

Contact Rick Hogan, 253-253-840-8360 or rhogan @pierce.ctc.edu

Course Content: Contact your instructor directely from the course website or the email provided to you by the instructor.

Registered Student Login

http://pierce.blackboard.com

Don't have a username or password?

1. First register and pay the course fee.
2. Then email Lucinda Jayne-Werley: lwerley@pierce.ctc.edu with your full name, course title using the email account you will be using for the class.

EFFECTIVE 01/01/2010:

The State of Washington has changed its testing vendor to AMP. Visit the AMP website to download a Candidate Handbook: http://www.goamp.com/Default.aspx

If you have successfully completed a real estate course at Pierce College have not yet taken your licensing examination, please contact us to obtain a new AMP CANDIDATE EXAMINATION DOCUMENT FOR SALESPERSON CANDIDATES. This replaces the Promissor booklet issued previously. Please contact us at (253)840-8450 or by email at: kbeaumont@pierce.ctc.edu.

Download the Salesperson Candidate Handbook :

http://www.goamp.com/Publications/candidateHandbooks/WAREP-handbook.pdf