Class 3 Assistant Agent
NSW Certificate of Registration
The Certificate of Registration is your first step in NSW real estate. It lets you work as an assistant agent under a licensed principal.
What this qualification gives you
Complete 5 units, apply to NSW Fair Trading, and you can begin working as an assistant agent.
Who it's for
- People new to real estate in NSW
- Career changers wanting a foot in the door
- New hires who need to be work-ready quickly
What's included
- Recognised by NSW Fair Trading
- 100% online, self-paced
- After-hours support available
Units of competency
These are the five core units of competency NSW Fair Trading requires for the Assistant Agent Certificate of Registration. They are the core of the CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice. On completion you receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment, which you lodge with NSW Fair Trading to apply for your certificate.
Professional practice and compliance
5 units- CPPREP4001Prepare for professional practice in real estate
- CPPREP4002Access and interpret ethical practice in real estate
- CPPREP4003Access and interpret legislation in real estate
- CPPREP4004Establish marketing and communication profiles in real estate
- CPPREP4005Prepare to work with real estate trust accounts
Where registration takes you
- 1Assistant Agent, Certificate of Registration (this course)
- 2Class 2 Agent Licence
- 3Class 1 Licensee in Charge
Next step: Hold your certificate for 12 months with the required supervised logbook experience, then upgrade to the Class 2 Agent Licence.
Roles this opens
- Work as an assistant agent under supervision
- Show and open properties for inspection
- Support listings, marketing and sales
- Build the experience to step up to Class 2
Entry requirements
To enrol with Archer
- Open access, no formal prerequisites
- At least 16 to start training, 18 to apply for the certificate
- Comfortable studying and being assessed in English
- A Unique Student Identifier (USI), which we can help you set up
To hold the certificate (NSW Fair Trading)
- Be at least 18 to apply
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold valid work rights
- Be a fit and proper person, including police and financial checks
- No fraud or dishonesty offence in the past 10 years
- Lodge your Statement of Attainment with NSW Fair Trading
Built for real careers, backed by real people
Nationally recognised
Training delivered by a Registered Training Organisation, RTO 45020.
Real human support
Local people you can actually reach, throughout the life of your course.
Study around life
100% online and self-paced, fit it around work and family.
Australian-based team
Help when you need it, including after hours.
Class 3 Assistant Agent FAQs
What do I get when I finish?+–
You receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the five core units of CPP41419. You lodge this with NSW Fair Trading to apply for your Assistant Agent Certificate of Registration.
Can I work on my own as an assistant agent?+–
No. An assistant agent works under the supervision of a licensee in charge who holds a Class 1 licence. You cannot enter agency agreements or sale contracts, or authorise trust account withdrawals.
How long is the certificate valid?+–
The Certificate of Registration is issued for a four-year term and is not renewable. You are expected to complete further training and progress to a Class 2 licence within those four years.
Do assistant agents have CPD requirements?+–
An assistant agent does not attend annual CPD sessions, but you must keep working towards your Certificate IV. NSW Fair Trading requires you to complete at least 3 units per year while you hold your Certificate of Registration, so you keep progressing towards your Class 2 licence.
Is this recognised by NSW Fair Trading?+–
Yes. The units are nationally recognised and meet the education requirement for the NSW Assistant Agent Certificate of Registration.
Do I need experience to start?+–
No. The course is open access and designed for people new to real estate in New South Wales.
Enrol in Class 3 Assistant Agent, or ask us first
More NSW courses
NSW CPD Training
Annual CPD, all licence categories
Class 2 Agent Licence
CPP41419 Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice
or $300/month for 4 months, no extra cost
Class 1 Licensee in Charge
CPP51122 Diploma of Property (Agency Management)
or $450/month for 4 months, no extra cost
