"Thank you for legitimizing the green real estate industry."
Nicole Brule-Fisher (Tucson, AZ)
NAR's Green Business Network gives you direct access to REALTORS® with advanced training in green building and sustainable business practices!
Find a course near you and start greening your business today!
We offer flexible training options to help you earn NAR's Green Designation on your schedule.
Live Lecture / Classroom:
To get started, go to CourseCalendar.com. Within the Courses section of the site, sort available courses by the topic "Green." You can take the Core Course first, or one of the approved elective courses. Courses are available both online and in the classroom to accommodate your needs.
Online:
NAR's Green Designation Core Course
NAR's Green Designation Residential Elective Course
NAR's Green Designation Commercial Elective Course
NAR's Green Designation Property Management Elective Course
You must successfully complete the Core Course and an approved elective course within one year to earn NAR's Green Designation. Approved electives allow you to focus on your area of expertise and provide your clients with additional support and value. To learn which courses count towards NAR's Green Designation, see our frequently asked questions. Please remember to submit the Green Designation Application when you complete your course work.
NAR's Green Designation Requirements
To earn NAR's Green Designation, you must achieve the following:
- Successfully complete the live or online version of NAR's Green Designation Core Course, and pass the written examination.
- Successfully complete the live or online version of NAR's Green Designation Elective Course, in either Residential Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, or Property Management, and pass the written examination. Students must successfully complete the Core Course and an approved elective course within one year of each other.
- Submit the Green Designation Application Form upon successful completion of the Core Course and at least one Elective Course.
- Maintain active membership in the National Association of REALTORS® - either as a REALTOR® member or Institute Affiliate member – as well as maintain active membership in the Green REsource Council.