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Virtual Classroom: The “Do’s and Don’ts” of Working with Special Needs Clients (DE & I Certification)

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Ohio REALTORS supports Diversity and Inclusion, as well as a continued commitment to Fair Housing as part of its core values.  Take your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to the next level by achieving your DE & I Certification.

Participants who complete this certification will gain a better understanding of how to foster a more inclusive and welcoming environment and promote equity for all. You'll open up new windows of opportunity as you gain knowledge in serving diverse populations.

For 2024, this new certification is being offered as an Ohio REALTORS member Benefit, free to all attendees!

DE & I Certification Overview

• 10 virtual (live online) classes offered, one per month, beginning in March 2024.
• Each class provides 1 hour of Real Estate Continuing Education (CE).
• Certification requires completion of 6 out of 10 classes.
• NAR’s Fairhaven & Bias Override Courses each qualify as one of the 6 courses required for this certification.

We’re excited to offer as our fourth DE & I Certification course The “Do’s and Don’ts” of Working with Special Needs Clients, with presenter John Young.

The “Do’s and Don’ts” of Working with Special Needs Clients

The percentage of special needs people in the US is increasing at an alarming rate and currently accounts for 1 in 4 Americans. The National Association of REALTORS^® has put a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to make sure that all clients are treated fairly and equitably. It is critical that REALTORS^® learn a proper standard of practice when caring for their special needs or disabled clients. This session covers things agent should and should not do in the real estate transaction.

Due to the high volume of attendees, this presentation will be produced as a Zoom webinar. This course will require submitting two code words upoon conclusion in order to qualify for CE credit.

CE Logistics (Please read):

• This livestream webinar is certified for 1 hour of real estate credit, DE & I Certification course credit.
• Active participation will be monitored using codewords, which will be shared during the program for attendees to report afterwards.
• Per ODRE requirements, you must be present for 90% of the program to receive credit.

Presenter: John Young

John Young is a top REALTOR^® for RE/MAX in the metropolitan Washington DC area, a Regional Vice President for the Residential Real Estate Council, and a national speaker.  His personal and professional life were permanently transformed in 2009 when he and his wife became the parents of a child with non-verbal autism.  John began speaking nationally on serving clients with special needs and the importance of helping others after realizing there was no ‘manual’ to provide guidance, direction and support when encountering these clients.  He has spoken at the NAR Conference & Expo, RRC Sell-a-bration conferences, Genuine Hustle, and for many state and local associations.  This past year, John was proud to have been chosen to serve on the NAR Diversity Committee and the Maryland REALTORS^® Leadership Development Committee. John brings his passion for helping others to everything he does and strives to make a positive difference in our industry for both clients and fellow REALTORS^®.

Additional upcoming offerings to earn the DE & I Certification:
July 25 - The Color of Real Estate
Aug. 29 - Cultural Differences and Etiquettes for Global Business
Sept. 30 - VA Benefits Underutilized: A Guide for Realtors to Make the Difference
Oct. 24 - Bias in Appraisals: What Agents and Appraisers Need to Know
Nov. 21 - Fair Housing for the Property Manager
Dec. 17 - Life’s Not Fair, but Digital Advertising Must Be

Contact: Deanna Wright, Professional Development Coordinator -

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