Professional Development

The COVID-19 pandemic has released unprecedented change all over the world. Particularly within the real estate industry. It’s being felt on many different levels, including cancellations of events and in-person classes at RASM.

This could be a good time to focus on professional development, continuing education or developing a new expertise in real estate, such as becoming certified or earning a designation. There are plenty of online courses for real estate professionals to train and use their time productively for self-improvement and education. Keep an eye on the RASM calendar for new webinars and online learning opportunities. Here are some other online learning tools to consider: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NAR)

NAR offers a wide selection of real estate training options for members and association executives, including classroom and online courses, training towards earning designations and certifications, and webinars. As a member, you also have access to the world’s largest real estate library. COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE

NAR’s Commitment to Excellence program sets the standard for what it means to be a professional in real estate. The endorsement is earned through a self-directed, online program that enables real estate professionals to assess and build on their competency in each of the core areas. Get started at www.c2ex.realtor. INTERACT CE

Interact CE is the #1 recommended license renewal product that’s both fun and proven superior learning. Refine your skills and earn CE credit while playing the part of a real-estate professional put in real life situations. Interact CE uses games to engage and educate students in an experiential learning situation. THE CE SHOP

The CE Shop provides online solutions for all your real estate educational needs, including Pre-Licensing, Post-Licensing and Continuing Education. Courses are offered on an innovative learning platform designed for the adult learner. Browse CE Shop for a catalog of courses available. NEW DESIGNATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS:

Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®)

ƒ Nicholas Paape, NextHome Excellence

At Home With Diversity (AHWD)

ƒ Connie Farmer, Florida SunCoast Real Estate ƒ Brian Woods, Team Realty and Investment Sol

Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI)

ƒ Jeffrey Suhr, Fine Properties

Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)

ƒ Fred J., Gibson, RE/MAX Platinum Realty ƒ Michael Richard Hertel, Sun Realty ƒ Elizabeth Van Riper, Michael Saunders & Co

Military Relocation Professional

ƒ Nicola A. Irizarry, Blend Brokerage, INC

Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®)

ƒ Jessica Bow, RE/MAX Platinum Realty ƒ Michael Richard Hertel, Sun Realty ƒ Tania May, EXP Realty LLC

Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource ƒ Jeanne Marie Siracuse, Keller Williams-Loudoun

Gateway

Resort & Second Home Property Specialist

ƒ Brenda L. Garland, Select Properties LLC ƒ Deanna Marie Kennedy, Michael Saunders & Co.

e-PRO®

ƒ Mary Jane Dunlop, Limbo Co. Sarasota Assoc. ƒ Stormy Robin Sharp, Medway Realty

C2EX

ƒ Patricia L Baker, RE/MAX Alliance Group ƒ Laura M. Barshaw, Better Homes and Gardens

Real Estate Atchley Properties ƒ Timothy Ray Birkey, Exit King Realty ƒ Venesia Blackwin, Exit King Realty ƒ Andrea L. Capek, Exit King Realty ƒ Connie Farmer, Florida SunCoast Real Estate ƒ Sharon R. Gould, Re/Max Alliance Group ƒ Michael James Holland, Berkshire Hathaway

HomeServices Florida Realty ƒ Roseli Homem, Premier Sothebys Intl Realty ƒ Christi Jo Jensen, Keller Williams Realty Vestavi ƒ Linda Gayle Keenan, Wagner Realty ƒ Mary Ellen Northrup, Premier Sothebys Intl Realty ƒ Robert D. Paul, RE/MAX Platinum Realty ƒ Eliezer Rivera, Keller Williams Classic Group ƒ Kelly J Rosenberg, Coldwell Banker Realty ƒ Rita B Smith, Coldwell Banker Realty ƒ Gary Ross Wilkinson, Veterans Realty Inc. • By: Denise Ricciotti, RASM Professional Development Manager