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I have questions pertaining to the GRI (Graduate, REALTOR® Institute) designation. Who do I contact? |
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Although the GRI is a national designation, the program is administered by accredited state association providers. Contact your State Association with questions specific to your state's GRI program.
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Why doesn't NAR acknowledge professional designations other than its own? |
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NAR's bylaws prohibit from "recognizing" third-party industry designations. With the large number of professional designation programs available, NAR does not have the resources to actively review and monitor the quality of these programs and therefore, it would be inappropriate to comment on the level of quality. We encourage members to carefully review the curriculum and ask for references before proceeding.
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What is the proper way to list designations when you have more than one? |
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NAR has no specific policy on this, however, most practitioners list them in alphabetical order.
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What is NAR's technology certification and where can I find more information about it? |
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e-PRO is NAR's Internet professional certification program. It's designed for individuals who are already online, but want to understand better how to develop and maintain a customer base over the Internet. For more information regarding the program visit the e-PRO Website.
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I'm interested in a career in real estate. How can NAR assist me? |
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Contact NAR's Information Central at 800-874-6500 (US/Canada) or email Information Central.
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I want to apply for an Education Scholarship. Can you provide me with more information? |
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NAR does not offer educational scholarships, however, many of the State Associations offer scholarships. You may wish to contact your State Association to see if one is available.
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I have a great education product that I think NAR would be interested in endorsing. |
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Generally, NAR does not endorse any products other that its own. However, some products are selected to be a publication partner as part of NAR's Bookshelf program. For more information on this program, contact NAR's Products Manager, Colleen Doyle.
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What is REALTOR® University? |
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REALTOR® University is NAR's online education destination and exclusive provider of online courses leading to NAR's official family designations and certifications. For more information, visit REALTOR® University.
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Are REALTOR® University courses available to non-members? |
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Yes. Non-members can take courses but will not be awarded REALTOR® family designations and certifications.
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I am interested in converting and delivering a course to an on-line format. |
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You can convert your course to an online format through REALTOR® University. Please submit your request to Colleen Ryan, NAR's Education Services Manager. |
