Course Title
Day 1 Green Concepts and Technology
What is a “green” building?
- Green certification
- Use of green standards, LEED, Energy Star, etc.
- NYS planning & support of green initiatives
- Relationship of green design to local design codes
Green Design is different
- Design concepts
- Computer modeling – Energy 10, DOE 2, HEED
- Case study
- Step by step design of a green apartment building compared to a conventional one – non-technology solutions
Materials
- Local sources
- Interior finishes & design
- How materials affect air quality, mold, etc.
Technology
- HVAC
- Plumbing, drainage, water reclamation
- Electrical power – how to measure kWh
- Future of technologies – for example, new solar production & storage techniques, hydrogen delivery, etc.
Day 2 Understanding LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design)
LEED Procedures
- What LEED is and the LEED rating system product portfolio
- Why certify?
- Steps to becoming a LEED AP, the LEED test
- Project registration, fee structures, submittal phases and formats
- Templates
- CIRs, Appeals
- Final review, acceptance, LEED plaque
Sustainable Sites
- Site Selection
- Brownfield Redevelopment
- Site Development, Habitat & Open Space
Water Efficiency Points
- Innovative Wastewater Technologies
- Water Use Reduction
Energy & Atmosphere
Materials & Resources
- Building Reuse
- Regional Materials
- Rapidly Renewable Materials
Indoor Air Quality
- Minimum IAQ Performance
- Outdoor Air Delivery Monitoring
- Increased Ventilation
- Construction IAQ Management
- Low-Emitting Materials, Adhesives, Paints, Carpets, Agrifibers
- Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control
- Controllability of Systems, Lighting & Thermal Comfort
- Thermal Comfort, Design & Verification
- Daylight & Views
Innovation and Design Process
- Innovation in Design, and Exemplary Performance
- LEED® Accredited Professional
Day 3 – Fair Housing, History, Finance
Fair Housing Concepts
Brokerage practices
Megan’s Law
- What are broker’s responsibilities? Law of Agency
- Databases, websites, school boards
ADA Americans with Disabilities Act
- How this compares with Fair Housing Act
Federal Laws
NY State Legislation and Local Laws
- How do brokers uphold the law?
- What are consequences to landlords, brokers, journals, etc. if they break the law?
- Coops and condos
- Section 8 and local laws
Fair Housing Today!
Fair Housing in the News
- Are steering, blockbusting and redlining still alive?
- Famous controversies and trials in the news (Craigslist, Fresh Direct, State banking regs)
- “New” protected groups?
- The new presidency
Fair Housing and Green
- Is there a green profile?
- Is green elitist? Only for the rich? 80-20 in green buildings, affordable green buildings
- Fair Housing Poster – “it’s ok to consider color…as long as it’s green”
- Do green practices intrude on culture?
- Green as a social movement
History of Green Architecture
How the philosophy came about
Examples of Green Buildings
- Slide show of NY State Green buildings
Finance: How Much Green Can I Save?
Do green buildings cost more?
- Market value of “green”
- Comments from top developers – Larry Silverstein, Joseph Moinian, Sheldrake Org. etc.
Funding mechanisms for green buildings
- Incentive programs
- Tax advantages of building green
- Green mortgages
- NY State Programs, NYSERDA, Green building tax credits
- Local green policies in NY State Cities
- How to fill out State and Federal forms
- Most popular green programs, how they work, where to get more info
How Real Estate Professionals can benefit by understanding Green
Who buys green & why?
- How to explain green building features
- What market studies show (NY Times, Co-star, other studies)
- How to market green
- Financial incentives for renters and buyers
Getting involved
- How to visit a green building
- Where to get more info
- Measures you can take in your community, neighborhood, apartment building
- Networking and joining groups – US Green Building Council, AIA, Online Green Groups, etc.
- Informational on upcoming green events and lectures
- Broker certifications such as eco-broker, GreenEstate, etc.
Continuing Education
We offer at least 12 different day/night sessions every month so you can finish your requirements at your convenience. Students will typically be able to finish the course the same week they start. Students and licensees are responsible for maintaining records of course completion to be submitted as proof when requested by the Department of State.
Licensed salespersons and brokers must complete 22.5 hours of approved continuing education, including 2 hours of cultural competency, 2 hours of implicit bias training, 2.5 hours on ethical business practices, 1 hour of recent legal matters, 3 hours on fair housing and/or discrimination, and 1 hour on the law of agency. For real estate salespersons, 2 hours of agency-related instruction must be completed within the two-year period before renewal.
Continuing Education
Licensed brokers and salespersons are eligible to take any of our continuing education courses for credit.
Course Access Term
Classroom and Livestream Courses
Our Classroom and Livestream Courses must be completed within 4 months of registration date. After 4 months, courses will automatically expire and will not be accessible. Students may purchase an extension if they wish to continue in the course after 4 months.
Self-Paced Online
Online students have 4 months to complete their salesperson licensing course. After 4 months, the course will expire and students must purchase an extension to continue. According to New York Department of State regulations, students must complete their online coursework and the school’s final exam within 12 months from the date of purchase. If the student does not complete the coursework and exam within 12 months, the student will have to repurchase and retake the entire course again.
Extension Fees
Students are encouraged to purchase an extension if they require more than 4 months to complete their coursework. The fees charged for extensions are:
Course |
2 Month Extension |
1 Month Extension |
77 Hr Salesperson Licensing |
$150 |
$100 |
75 Hr Broker Licensing |
$150 |
$100 |
30 Hr Remedial |
$150 |
$100 |
To request an extension, please call the office (212) 967-7508 or send an email info@nyrei.com
Course Completion And Credit
Once you pass the in-person proctored final exam, you will be issued your course completion certificate. The school will notify the state that you successfully passed the course.
Switching Between Online And In-Person Courses
Students may switch between live in-person and zoom streaming classes only. Each class earns credit once, and students won’t receive credit for attending the same class multiple times.
If a student hasn’t started the course yet, they may switch between live in-person or zoom and online self paced.
If a student already started the course live in-person and wishes to switch to online self paced any hours completed online will not transfer and must be retaken. For assistance email info@nyrei.com or chat with someone live via the chat widget on the website.
Refund Policy
Refunds less a $25 administration fee will only be given if a written request is received within 3 days of registration and will be made to the original form of payment. If requested after the 3 day period, students will receive school credit that never expires; the credit is transferable to someone else if the course has not been started. No refund will be given once you have attended a class. No refund will be given for any books and/or course materials received. Upon written request, a check will be mailed to you within 14 business days.
To request a refund, please send written notice by email info@nyrei.com.
Proctored Exam
All students pursuing their license must sit for a proctored school exam after completing their required hours. NYREI is approved to offer the proctored exam online. Please note that it may take up to 24 hours to confirm registration enabling access to the online test. Students must have access to a computer with a camera that can display their face. Students are required to show a government issued ID to take the school exam.
Proctored exams are administered at our Manhattan location on Mondays at 1pm for Salesperson Licensing and Mondays at 3pm for the Broker Licensing. However, you can schedule a private proctored exam at any time convenient to you for an additional $50 proctor fee.
Please note: Students must bring #2 pencils, a calculator, and a valid photo ID. Self-paced online students must bring a printed copy of their Student Affidavit.
If you would like information on taking the proctored exam in an approved location outside of Manhattan, please email info@nyrei.com.
Manhattan Branch
132 W 36th Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10018
Phone: (212) 967-7508
Email: info@nyrei.com