Course overview

Setting the benchmark for real estate education in Australia

Are you looking at commencing work in the VIC Real Estate Industry? Or have you been working in the industry for some time and need to upgrade your qualification to meet the new education requirements of Consumer Affairs VIC for Agent’s Representatives?  

Kaplan Professional’s online CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice – VIC Agent’s Representative is the qualification needed to apply to register as an Agent’s Representative in Victoria.

On successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

• demonstrate knowledge of applicable legislative and compliance requirements, ethical practice, trust fund accounts, and communication relevant to the VIC real estate industry
• appraise and market property for sale and for lease
• demonstrate an understanding of how to establish and manage relationships relating to the sale or lease of property
• apply specialist knowledge including transacting in trust accounts, promoting property management products and services, and representing the buyer in the sales process.

Subject information

The CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice – VIC Agent’s Representative is structured into four subjects.

• CIVREP-VIC 1 Industry Fundamentals VIC
• CIVREP-VIC2 Residential Sales VIC
• CIVREP-VIC 3 Residential Property Management VIC
• CIVREP-VIC 4 Industry Specialised VIC

Duration

Individuals have a total of:

• 48 weeks to complete the learning and assessment requirements for CIVREP-VIC1 – CIVREP-VIC4 from their initial activation date.
• An additional four (4) weeks resubmission time per subject – If an individual reaches the end of their initial enrolment period and has been deemed not yet demonstrated in one or more assessment items, then an additional 4 weeks will be granted, provided the individual attempted all assessment tasks during the initial enrolment period.

Therefore, if an individual completes the learning and assessment, and the resubmission time in the subject is granted, the duration of each subject will be 16 weeks.

The subject breakdown for this program is below:

However, if a student applies for extensions beyond the subject completion timeframes or is granted special consideration, and is enrolled in CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice – VIC Agent’s Representative, the maximum period of time to complete the qualification is two (2) years from the qualification activation date. If enrolling in single subjects with the intention of completing a qualification, the two (2) year timeframe is calculated from the initial activation date of the first subject.

The amount of training for this course may be up to 15 hours per week. The amount of training is the hours an individual can expect to spend to complete their course work and assessments.

In addition to the amount of training, individuals who are new to industry or vocational training could need up to 5 hours per week known as unsupervised hours. These additional hours are for study skills or further research. For example, an individual not working in industry would need more time to review industry websites that are usually introduced in workplace compliance training.

Individuals working in industry may be able to complete the course requirements in a shorter timeframe or less hours per week.

Pathways

Stay ahead in this competitive industry by furthering your study and career. 

Study pathways

If you complete CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice – VIC Agent’s Representative, you may continue on to complete CPPREP51119 Diploma of Property (Agency Management) – VIC Estate Agent*. This course meets the educational requirements to apply for registration as an Estate Agent in VIC.

*This course is currently under development.

Fees

Enrol into the full course (CIVREP-VIC1 – CIVREP-VIC4) for $1900.00 (GST exempt)

Individual subjects are $525 each (GST exempt).

For additional study-related fees, please click here

Entry requirements

There are no educational entry requirements for any of these courses.

Individuals are required to be aged 18 years or older to enrol in this program or any subjects within it.

Consumer Affairs VIC Licence requirements

All participants are provided with equal opportunity to complete their studies with Kaplan, however some participants may not be eligible to register as an Agent’s Representative with Consumers Affairs VIC. Contact Consumer Affairs VIC to ascertain eligibility requirements to obtain your desired real estate licence in VIC

Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) requirements

This course requires you to read comprehensive learner workbooks, complete a range of written assessments, undertake independent research activities and at times engage in online forums and discussions. Furthermore, the delivery mode relies on the extensive use of written communication.

Computing requirements

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• Firefox 3 or later
• Chrome 4 or later
• Safari 3 or later
• Internet Explorer

You may find it helpful to have more than one browser installed on your computer. If you experience problems using Kaplan’s online learning system, try using another browser.

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• enable cookies
• enable JavaScript
• do not block pop-up windows 

Audio recording app

Individuals will need to use a free or paid audio-recording app on their phone, tablet or computer to record and submit their oral assignment. Most devices come with a free built-in audio/voice-recording app. More information should be available in the device manual or on the device manufacturer’s website. Below are help links for some popular devices.

• Apple iOS (link text to https://support.apple.com/en-au/HT206775)
• Apple (mac OS) (link text to https://support.apple.com/en-au/guide/quicktime-player/record-audio-only-qtpf25d6f827/mac)
• Samsung (Android) (link text to http://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/201711/20171102172136133/SM-G95X_UM_EU_Nougat_Eng_Rev.1.2_171013.pdf#page=153)
• HTC (Android) (link text to http://www.htc.com/au/support/htc-u11/howto/recording-voice-clips.html)
• Windows 10 (link text to https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/14090/windows-sound-recorder-app-faq?ocid=w8_apps_soundrecorder)

Skill requirements

To successfully complete this course, learners will require basic computing skills. This may include:

• saving and editing Microsoft Office documents
• researching, accessing and searching the internet
• downloading and saving documents from websites
• uploading documents through websites
• making an audio recording using a smartphone, tablet or computer
• participating in online discussions
• completion of oral assignment will require phone and/or Skype use

Enrolment information

You may enrol into this course at any time and begin studying immediately on enrolment.

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Progression

It is recommended that individuals complete subjects CIVREP-VIC1 to CIVREP-VIC4 in sequential order.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Individuals may be able to obtain Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for a Kaplan award subject based on their previous study and/or work experience. To do this, individuals must submit evidence that demonstrates they have already met the requirements of the subject through these other means.

Evidence can take many forms, such as information about approved study, information about work experience, certificates, transcripts or other credentials.

To find out if you are eligible for RPL, refer to our Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) page.

Delivery

This course is delivered online via Kaplan Professional’s learning management system KapLearn.

You will receive login details to KapLearn upon enrolment. When you log on to KapLearn you are able to access the subject notes, assessments, additional learning materials such as media, case studies, practice activities and your online tutor.

Assessments are accessed and submitted through KapLearn.

Corporate clients should contact our Corporate Solutions Representative on 
1300 728 505 to discuss face-to-face delivery options and how we can tailor our training to your business needs.

Assessment

The assessments for each subject are listed below. Units of competency are co-assessed by topic within subjects, as listed in ‘Units of competency’.

Individuals may attempt the exam and/or submit their assignment at any time if they believe they are adequately prepared. Individuals will receive personal reminder emails as they approach their assessment deadlines. 

Individuals must be deemed competent in all assessment items, including demonstrating competency in all of the exam questions.

To learn more about what to expect when completing an oral assignment using audio please click here.

Individuals who demonstrate competency in any of CIVREP-VIC1, CIVREP-VIC2, CIVREP-VIC3, CIVREP-VIC4 will receive a statement of attainment at the end of each completed subject.  Students who demonstrate competency in all four subjects of CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice – VIC Agent’s Representative will receive a qualification certificate and the skillsets “CPPSS00065 Residential Property Sales”, and “CPPSS00066 Residential Property Management”.

Policies

Student policies

Individuals who enrol in a Kaplan Professional course are bound by our published policies, including the policy that sets out our rules for assessment. Individuals can review these policies here. The policies also assist individuals when their study program does not go as planned and they need extra support.

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Why Kaplan Professional?

Why Kaplan Professional?

Kaplan Professional is one of the largest providers of education and training in Australia, providing learning solutions to over 45,000 working professionals annually. With a reputation built on our high-quality and accredited programs, flexible delivery options, and rigour of assessment and education standards, we exist to enable individuals to achieve their academic and career goals through industry-relevant learning respected by employers across the country. Kaplan Professional sets the benchmark for real estate education in Australia.

Practical application of your learnings

Our reputable real estate qualifications are designed and delivered by leading professionals with a wealth of industry experience. Through practical application of theory and real-life example assessments, you can be assured our qualifications will provide you with the essential knowledge required to work in the real estate industry.

Cutting-edge learning utilising the latest eLearning technology

While studying real estate online with Kaplan Professional, you’ll encounter immersive content utilising the latest eLearning technology. This creates a realistic and in-depth learning experience with practical and relevant outcomes.

High-quality, Australia Skills Quality Authority (ASQA)-accredited qualifications

Kaplan Professional is committed to lifting the education standards across the entire real estate industry. With us, you can be assured you’ll be completing a reputable real estate qualification that meets ASQA standards, which are based on the skills you need in the workplace.

Unrivalled student support

Throughout your online study, you’ll experience prompt, courteous and diligent support. Our friendly and knowledgeable team will assist you to overcome any challenges, helping you to maintain momentum to achieve your study goals.

Imogen Howe

“Studying with a high-quality and reputable education provider like Kaplan Professional, helped launch my career in real estate. Although you learn a lot on the job, studying with Kaplan Professional prepared me with the knowledge and skills required for the real estate industry. I started my role with a solid understanding and expectation of the industry, which made me feel confident in the workplace. I still refer to my subject notes and materials to apply what I learned for day-to-day tasks in my role.

I’d absolutely recommend Kaplan Professional due to their accessibility, flexibility and high-quality courses. They’re a reputable education provider to have on your resume and a brand name that will open doors in the industry. The quality of the course lived up to the reputation I expected of Kaplan Professional.”