THE CENTER FOR REALTOR® DEVELOPMENT
Where Education Meets Excellence
The Center for REALTOR® Development (CRD) is devoted to lifelong learning, career advancement, and specialized credentials for real estate professionals. With 10+ designations and certifications, over 100 microcourses, learning pathways, an award-winning podcast, and educational events, there is a learning experience for every real estate professional.
Sharpen your skills and boost your business by investing in yourself.
Choose Your Learning Style
Instructor Led
CRD’s licensed course providers offers hundreds of in-person and live virtual courses throughout the year. You can search for classes near you using our search function.
Self-Paced
CRD’s online self-paced courses are great for learners who crave flexibility and the ability to start and stop. You have one year to complete.
Microcourses
CRD’s catalog of over 100 microcourses — which are typically around 10 minutes long — is always growing. Available for purchase individually or save with a subscription.
CRD Highlights
Master Practice Changes
with ABR®
Showcase your value to clients with the Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Designation Course, being offered at no-cost until 12/31/24.
The REALTOR® Cohort Collective
Collaborative Learning for Competitive Excellence
Coming in 2025: Elevate your career with expert-led training, peer learning, and a powerful network.
CRD Online Course Specials
Each month the Center for REALTOR® Development offers special discounts on select online courses. November is Designation Awareness Month — Enjoy 20% off all online NAR designation and certification courses! Purchase within a given month and you have a full year to complete the coursework.
CRD Podcast's Latest Episode
Launched in 2017, the podcast is a must listen for REALTORS®, real estate professionals, allied professionals (such as appraisers and lenders), educators, education providers, and consumers. Episode 101 is titled Explaining the Buyer Agreement and How to Use it Effectively with Brent Lancaster: Part 2.
SFR® Live Interactive Webinar 12/10
The Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR®) certification equips REALTORS® to manage short sales and foreclosures, assisting sellers and buyers in navigating the process smoothly.