How many times can I take the Connecticut real estate exam?

You can retake the exam as many times as needed, but you must pay the exam fee each time. If you fail one portion, you only need to retake that portion — not both.

How long is my prelicense certificate valid?

Your SB School Certificate of Completion is valid for three years from the date of completion. You must pass the state exam and apply for your license within that window.

Can I take the exam before finishing the course?

No. Connecticut DCP requires you to complete the full 60-hour prelicense course and receive your certificate before you can register for the PSI exam.

Where are PSI exam centres in Connecticut?

PSI has testing centres throughout Connecticut. You select your preferred location when scheduling through candidate.psiexams.com. Remote proctoring is also available.

What ID do I need at the exam?

You must bring two forms of ID: one government-issued photo ID (driver's licence or passport) and one secondary ID with your name and signature.

Connecticut PSI Exam Guide

Connecticut Real Estate Exam Prep

Understand the PSI exam format, what to study, and how SB School's 60-hour live course gives you the best chance of passing on your first attempt.

The Connecticut real estate salesperson exam is administered by PSI Exams and consists of two portions: a national section covering general real estate principles and a Connecticut-specific section covering state law, DCP regulations, and local practice. You must pass both portions to earn your license.

At SB School of Real Estate, our 60-hour Principles & Practice course is built around the exam blueprint. Instructor Sherina Baker — a licensed Connecticut real estate professional with decades of experience — covers every topic tested on the PSI exam, with real-world examples that make the material stick.

PSI Exam at a Glance

Exam AdministratorPSI Exams (candidate.psiexams.com)

National Portion80 questions — 105 minutes

Connecticut Portion30 questions — 45 minutes

Passing Score70% on each portion

Exam FeePaid directly to PSI at scheduling

Prerequisite60-hour DCP-approved prelicense course certificate

Official resources

CT DCP — Real Estate Licensing & Education

Official Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection page for real estate licence applications, requirements, and approved schools.

portal.ct.gov/DCP →

PSI Exams — Schedule Your State Exam

Register and schedule the Connecticut real estate salesperson exam, download the candidate handbook, and find testing centre locations.

candidate.psiexams.com →

National Portion: What's Tested

The national portion covers general real estate principles that apply across all states. Key topic areas include:

Property Ownership
Types of ownership, rights, and interests in real property.
Land Use Controls & Regulations
Zoning, building codes, environmental regulations, and eminent domain.
Valuation & Market Analysis
Appraisal methods, comparative market analysis, and property value factors.
Financing
Mortgage types, loan calculations, lending regulations, and RESPA.
General Principles of Agency
Agency relationships, fiduciary duties, disclosure requirements.
Property Disclosures
Seller disclosures, lead paint, environmental hazards, and stigmatized properties.
Contracts
Purchase agreements, listing agreements, lease contracts, and contract law basics.
Leasing & Property Management
Landlord-tenant law, lease types, and property manager duties.
Transfer of Title
Deeds, title insurance, closing procedures, and settlement statements.
Practice of Real Estate
License law, fair housing, antitrust, and professional standards.

Connecticut Portion: State-Specific Topics

The Connecticut portion tests your knowledge of state law and DCP regulations. SB School's course dedicates significant time to these topics:

Connecticut License Law
DCP licensing requirements, renewal, and disciplinary procedures.
Connecticut Agency Law
Buyer agency, seller agency, dual agency, and designated agency rules.
Connecticut Contract Law
State-specific purchase and sale agreement requirements.
Connecticut Fair Housing
State protected classes beyond federal law.
Connecticut Environmental Law
Wetlands, coastal management, and environmental disclosure requirements.
Connecticut Property Tax
Mill rates, assessment ratios, and tax appeal procedures.

Study Tips from Instructor Sherina Baker

1
Attend every live class session
SB School's course is taught live on Zoom — not recorded videos. The live format lets you ask questions in real time and hear how concepts apply to actual Connecticut transactions.
2
Take notes in your own words
Rewriting concepts in plain language forces you to process the material rather than passively read it. Focus especially on vocabulary — the exam tests precise definitions.
3
Practice math problems daily
Commission calculations, proration, loan-to-value ratios, and transfer taxes appear on every exam. Work through practice problems until the formulas are automatic.
4
Review Connecticut-specific rules separately
Many students lose points on the state portion because they study general principles but overlook CT-specific rules. Dedicate extra review time to DCP regulations and Connecticut agency law.
5
Use the PSI candidate handbook
PSI publishes a free candidate handbook with the exact exam content outline. Download it from candidate.psiexams.com and use it as your study checklist.

Common Exam Questions

Full licensing process

See every step from prelicense course to active licence.

CT License Guide

Course details & schedule

60-hour live Zoom course, books included, next class October 5.

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