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Bundle #1 Civil Rights Laws, Fair Housing and Michigan Code of Ethics

This bundle has everything you need to meet the six-hour ce requirement for one year in Michigan. Explore the rules and regulations that apply to the formation, interpretation and enforcement of Civil Rights and Fair Housing laws in the state of Michigan. Discover a set of ethical guidelines and principles that govern real estate professionals.

Six Hours - This meets the requirement for two hours of law and one hour of Fair Housing.

Course Approval: Civil Rights Laws and Fair Housing: C132666 | Michigan Code of Ethics: C132526

Education Pathways is approved to provide classes in Michigan.

$17.99

This class addresses Civil Rights and Fair Housing laws in Michigan to ensure equal treatment and opportunities despite personal characteristics, religion, or race.

The bundle also includes the issues of ethics. The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs oversees the real estate industry in Michigan, which includes the licensing and regulation of real estate salespersons and brokers. The specific codes for real estate professionals in Michigan are guided by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, which is followed by real estate professionals across the United States.

Learning Objectives

  • State the purpose and scope of current Municipal, State and Federal civil rights laws.
  • Analyze relevant civil rights case law.
  • Assess the impact of desegregation issues on current civil rights laws.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of various methods for eliminating the effects of prior discrimination.
  • Develop and recommend policies and procedures for ensuring civil rights compliance.
  • Outline the impact of civil rights laws on diverse populations.
  • Articulate the components of the Fair Housing Act
  • Identify discriminatory behavior in real estate that is prohibited by the Fair Housing Act.
  • Explain programs and activities covered by the Fair Housing Act.
  • Assess components of realtors’ behavior that could be forbidden by the Fair Housing Act including advertising.
  • Define the concept of ethical behavior as it applies to the real estate profession.
  • Recognize the purpose and principles of an established Code of Ethics in the Real Estate profession.
  • Identify the Standards of Practice that impact the behavior of realtors.
  • Identify the source document for the “Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice” for reference in appropriate situations.
  • State a realtor’s duties to clients and customers.
  • List a realtor’s duties to the public.
  • Recall a realtor’s duties to other Michigan Realtors.
  • Enhance awareness of the role of ethical business practices for successful real estate transactions.
  • Recognize the application of Standards of Practice in case studies.

Who will Benefit from this Class

This course is primarily for individuals who must take classes to fulfill continuing education requirements in real estate. It is also valuable for:

  • Real Estate Professionals
    Real estate salespersons and brokers in Michigan can learn how to conduct themselves ethically and professionally relative to Civil Rights Laws and Fair Housing Guidelines.in their business activities. They can gain insights into their responsibilities to clients, customers, and the public.
  • Real Estate Students
    Individuals who are studying to become real estate professionals can use the code as a foundational guide to understand the ethical standards of Civil Rights laws that they should uphold in their future careers. Likewise, it serves as a learning tool to prepare for licensing exams and interviews with potential employers.
  • Instructors and Educators
    Real estate educators can use the code as part of their curriculum to teach students about Michigan laws in the real estate industry.
  • Regulatory Authorities
    The code can be a valuable resource for regulatory bodies overseeing real estate licensing and compliance in Michigan. It can help in the development of licensing exams and disciplinary actions against violators of Laws and Practices.
  • Real Estate Consumers
    Homebuyers and sellers can use the code as a reference to understand what ethical behavior they should expect from their real estate agents. It can help consumers recognize and report unethical behavior or violations of the code by real estate professionals.
  • Industry Associations
    Real estate industry associations and organizations including Michigan Realtors can refer to the code when developing their codes of ethics or professional standards. It can serve as a benchmark for best practices in the industry.

Participants Should Know

The information provided in this class is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. While the content is designed to enhance the understanding of certain legal concepts, it is not a substitute for professional legal advice.

 

Information About License Renewal

Requirements for Renewal

Within each 3-year cycle, a licensee must complete at least 18 clock hours of CE courses that involve any subjects that are relevant to the management, operation, and practice of real estate or any other subject that contributes to the professional competence of a licensee, and at least 2 of those hours of CE must be completed in each calendar year that involve law, rules, and court cases regarding real estate and the one hour of fair housing.

The information summarizes the minimum requirements the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs set forth. For a more detailed requirements breakdown, please visit the board’s site.

https://michiganidc.gov/standards/

 

ALERT: New Fair Housing CE Requirement

Effective 2/13/2024 all real estate professionals must complete one hour of Fair Housing in each year of the license cycle.

For those renewing within the first year of the effective date of the law, if selected for a Continuing Education Audit, the Department will take into consideration the shortened window for you to comply with the new law.

For those renewing more than 1-year after the effective date of the law (after February 13, 2025), if selected for a Continuing Education Audit, the Department will use its discretion but would expect that at least one hour of this new training is completed for each license cycle year since the law went into effect.

 

Mandatory Since 2018

As of November 1, 2018, LARA requires review and certification of continuing education courses for real estate brokers and salespersons in Michigan by CE Marketplace in order to count towards licensee renewal requirements. Courses and credit hours that are not certified by CE Marketplace cannot be used towards license renewal requirements. All Michigan real estate licensees may register their user profile on CE Marketplace at no cost to track their continuing education compliance.

 

Stay Compliant

Keep yourself on the right side of the law by completing our CE Marketplace certified courses that have been reviewed and certified to meet state requirements.

 

Manage Your Record at CE Marketplace

Take control of your licensing requirements and avoid fines or other penalties by making sure you meet your mandatory credit thresholds to maintain your Michigan real estate license. cemarketplace.net

This course includes:

  • Virtual Access From Any Computer
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Competitive Pricing
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Frequently Asked Questions About this Class

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Yes. There is an optional thirty-question test but there is no set passing grade.

Yes. You may advance through it as slowly or as quickly as you would like.

Yes. A certificate of completion will be emailed to you when you report completion at the end of the class.

The course will be available for twelve months after the date of purchase.

Yes. Course completions are sent within twenty-four hours. It sometimes takes the governing agency a day or two to post the credits to an individual’s account.

FAQs About Our Online Classes in General

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Completing an online class is easy, even if your computer skills are not well developed. Instructions are clear.

Classes consist of slides that you may click through at your own pace. There are audio clips, some video instructions, activities like matching, drop and drag, pictures, visuals and case studies. Some classes have pop-up quizzes that are not scored. Some, depending upon the requirements of the agency that governs the industry, have final exams of multiple- choice questions. The classes are easy to take and move quickly, depending upon how fast the Learner wants to proceed.

Some industries require their licensees to maintain a fifty-minute hour of seat time and those slides are timed to assure that the requirement is met.

Yes, if the phone is in the landscape position but this is not the ideal way to enjoy or maximize what you learn from the class. A larger screen works very well and is much better to use. Also, some regulatory agencies prohibit taking continuing education classes on cell phones.

Yes. Here’s how:


  1. Click on “My Account” on top of Education Pathways home page.

  2. Enter the user name and password that you chose when you purchased your first class. Hit “enter” on your keyboard.

  3. Click on “View Course” for the class you would like to complete.


Yes, participants typically have access to course materials, presentations, and resources for twelve months after purchasing the course. This allows for review and reference, ensuring continued learning and application of knowledge.

Education Pathways has a 100% money-back guarantee. Should a learner request a refund before the successful completion of a class not reported as completed, the refund will be processed immediately.

Yes. When you reach the end of the class, you will see the word “Certificate” on the left side of the screen. Click on it to download. The Certificate of Completion will have your name, license number, number of continuing education hours (CEU or PDH) and date of completion. This certificate will remain in the dashboard of your account.

Education Pathways’ courses are approved by your state to fulfill your licensing renewal requirements if your state or profession requires this. Course descriptions and the approval numbers from each state's licensing agency are on the course page.

It is always the responsibility of the professional to determine that they have enrolled in the correct classes to fulfill their requirements. Contact the agency that regulates your industry in your state to confirm your requirements.

Education Pathways has been providing online continuing education classes for more than twenty years. We guarantee that the classes are appropriate for the professions that we serve and that promise is supported by a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.

Education Pathways’ online classes provide an interactive learning experience that can be completed at your desired speed for a low cost. Learning by reading a book provides a different type of learning methodology at a significantly higher cost. If you want to revisit course information you can do so at any time within one year of purchasing the class. It is also possible to take a screenshot of a slide if you want to revisit it away from your computer.

Yes. If your profession requires that your credits be reported,. Education Pathways will do that promptly, usually within 24 hours. It sometimes takes the governing agency a few days to update your account. If reporting is not required, retain your Certificates of Completion for your records to confirm that you have completed the classes necessary to renew your license.