Real Estate CPD Victoria: New Rules Agents Need to Know
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If you hold a real estate licence in Victoria, or you work as an agent's representative, there's a change coming that's worth getting ahead of now rather than later. New real estate CPD Victoria requirements are on the way, and the timing differs depending on which role you're in.
PTA's General Manager, Troy Guthrie, has been tracking this reform closely since it was first flagged, and has mapped out exactly what's changing, when each part takes effect, and what agents and representatives should be doing in the meantime.
Why Victoria Is Introducing New Education Rules
Consumer Affairs Victoria has confirmed these changes are aimed at lifting professional standards across the industry more broadly. They come off the back of two rounds of public consultation, held in late 2025 and again in early 2026, so this isn't a rule that's landed out of nowhere.
The changes sit across two pieces of legislation:
The single biggest change for anyone already working in the industry is the introduction of an annual continuing professional development requirement. This applies to both licensed real estate agents and agents' representatives, though the detail differs slightly between the two.
What's Changing for Real Estate Agents
If you already hold a real estate agent's licence in Victoria, there are two dates worth putting in your diary.
Fees
From 25 November 2026, fee changes apply to some licences. Note BLA to release more details on this closer to the date.
Annual CPD
From 1 April 2027, you must complete annual CPD covering your legal, ethical and professional knowledge in order to maintain your licence. This will include mandatory activities set by the Business Licensing Authority (BLA), and will involve written assessments.
What's Changing for Agents' Representatives
If you work as an agent's representative, meaning you're registered to practise under a licensed agent rather than holding a licence yourself, the changes affect you slightly differently.
Registration
From 25 November 2026, agents' representatives must register with the Business Licensing Authority, including paying a registration fee. If you're already registered and current as at 24 November 2026, you'll receive a deemed registration automatically. You won't need to apply.
Annual CPD
From 1 April 2027, you'll also need to complete annual CPD to maintain your registration. As with agents, this will cover mandatory activities set by the BLA and will include written assessments.
Real Estate CPD Victoria: Key Dates at a Glance
Who | Change | Effective Date |
Real estate agents | fees change to some licences | 25 Nov 2026 |
Real estate agents | Annual CPD requirements | 1 April 2027 |
Agents’ Representatives | Registration with the BLA (registration fee applies) | 25 Nov 2026 |
Agents’ representatives | Annual CPD requirements | 1 April 2027 |
Note: exact CPD hours, course content and assessment format have not yet been detailed by the BLA at time of publication (08.07.2026) Consumer Affairs Victoria has indicated it will unlock more details closer to the start date.
What Practising Agents and Representatives Should Do Now
These changes are still some months away, but there are a few sensible steps to take in the meantime.
Check your registration status
If you're an agent's representative currently registered and current as at 24 November 2026, you don't need to do anything to receive your deemed registration.
Diarise the CPD start date
Annual CPD becomes mandatory from 1 April 2027 for both agents and representatives. Build this into your professional development planning now rather than waiting for the detail to be finalised.
Watch for further guidance
Consumer Affairs Victoria has said it will release more detail on the specific CPD activities and assessments closer to the start date. [Internal link: suggest linking to a future PTA blog post or resource page once BLA CPD activity requirements are published]
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If you manage a team of agents or representatives, it's worth planning ahead so your whole office is ready to meet the new CPD obligations together.
A Victoria-Specific Change
It's worth noting that these CPD and registration changes apply specifically to Victoria. Requirements for continuing professional development vary by state, and agents or representatives operating across state lines should check the specific rules that apply in each jurisdiction rather than assuming Victoria's timeline applies elsewhere.
Key Takeaways
Real estate agents in Victoria face modest fee changes from 25 November 2026, and a new annual CPD requirement from 1 April 2027.
Agents' representatives must register with the Business Licensing Authority from 25 November 2026 (existing representatives registered as at 24 November 2026 are deemed registered automatically), plus the same annual CPD requirement from 1 April 2027.
The exact detail of CPD activities and assessments hasn't been published yet. More guidance is expected closer to the start date.
These changes apply to Victoria only. Don't assume the same timeline or requirements apply in other states.
Staying ahead of these changes now means you won't be scrambling when the CPD requirement takes effect. PTA will continue to track this reform as more detail becomes available, and will update this guide once the BLA confirms the specific CPD activities required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's changing for real estate agents and representatives in Victoria, and when?
PTA's General Manager, Troy Guthrie, has been tracking this reform since it was first flagged. From 25 November 2026, fee changes apply to some agent licences, and agents' representatives must register with the Business Licensing Authority (BLA). From 1 April 2027, both agents and representatives must complete annual continuing professional development (CPD) covering legal, ethical and professional knowledge, including mandatory activities and written assessments set by the BLA.
Do agents' representatives need to register with the BLA, and what if I'm already registered?
Yes. From 25 November 2026, agents' representatives must register with the Business Licensing Authority, including paying a registration fee. If you're already registered and current as of 24 November 2026, you'll receive a deemed registration automatically - no application needed.
Will there be new fees?
Yes. Fee changes apply to some real estate agent licences from 25 November 2026, and agents' representatives will pay a registration fee as part of BLA registration. Exact fee detail hasn't been published yet; Consumer Affairs Victoria has said more information will be released closer to the date.
What will the annual CPD actually involve?
The exact CPD hours, course content and assessment format haven't been detailed yet by the BLA. Consumer Affairs Victoria has indicated it will release more information closer to the 1 April 2027 start date. PTA will update this guide once the BLA confirms specific requirements.
Do these changes apply outside Victoria?
No. These CPD and registration changes are specific to Victoria. Requirements vary by state, so agents or representatives operating across multiple jurisdictions should check the rules that apply in each state rather than assuming Victoria's timeline applies elsewhere.
What should agents and representatives do now to prepare?
Check your registration status if you're an agent's representative, diarise 1 April 2027 as the CPD start date in your professional development planning, and watch for further BLA guidance as it's released. If you manage a team, it's worth planning ahead so your whole office is ready together.
