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Real Estate

The Associate of Arts Degree

The degree program is primarily designed for vocational education and workforce training/development. The curriculum is not aligned with course requirements for transfer to a specific major at a four-year college or university.

The Associate of Arts degree in Real Estate is designed for the serious student who seeks a rewarding career as a real estate professional. The degree offers a vigorous academic program exploring all facets of the real estate profession. Completion of the degree program fulfills the education requirements for the California Real Estate Broker's License.

NOTE: Students should verify broker's license requirements with the California state Department of Real Estate. 

 

Programs Offered

 

Contact
Chairperson
Gustavo Demoner
Phone
310-287-4362
Email
demonegd@laccd.edu
Office Location
TLC, 2nd Floor
Office Hours
n/a

Department
Business

Pathway
Business

The Real Estate Certificate

Students who satisfactorily complete 24 units of the courses listed below are granted a Real Estate Certificate. All of the required courses must be completed for the Certificate. Possession of the Certificate also fulfills the education requirements for the California Real Estate Broker’s License. Students should verify broker’s license requirements with the California Department of Real Estate.

Additional Real Estate programs include:

  • Real Estate Salesperson Certificate of Achievement Major Code: 0511.00
  • Real Estate Broker Certificate of Achievement Major Code: 0511.00
  • Real Estate Appraiser I Certificate of Achievement Major Code: 0511.00
  • Real Estate Appraiser II Certificate of Achievement Major Code: 0511.00

WLAC California Appraiser Career Experience (CA ACE) Practicum

The West Los Angeles College California Appraiser Career Experience (WLAC CA ACE) Practicum is a comprehensive, hands-on training program designed to prepare aspiring real estate appraisers for professional success. Developed in partnership with the Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA), the program combines classroom instruction, lab-based fieldwork, and supervised work experience to provide students with the education and practical skills needed to pursue state licensure. With opportunities to earn course credit for prior learning, engage directly with licensed appraisers, and gain exposure to real-world property appraisal assignments, WLAC CA ACE offers an accessible pathway into a growing profession while supporting the diversity and innovation needed to strengthen California’s appraisal industry.

Visit the WLAC CA ACE Practicum website for more information.