Ohio REALTORS is excited to re-introduce the Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI) Designation with brand new course offerings and a one-class per month format. Check out the full list of classes below!
Each of the nine GRI 201-209 classes are offered individually, anyone may register to attend these classes. The classes will be offered continually going forward – once you’ve attended each of the GRI 201-209 virtual classes you are one step away from earning the GRI designation. Miss attending the GRI 201 when offered? Register to attend it the next time it’s offered!
The GRI program consists of two courses levels, the GRI 100 Equivalency Exam and the GRI 201-209 virtual classes, which can be taken in any sequence, and are designed to benefit both experienced and inexperienced agents. Attend each of the GRI 201-209 classes, successfully pass the GRI 100 Equivalency Exam and submit a one-time application fee of $50 to earn your GRI designation.
2024/25 GRI 200 Agenda (Virtual Classroom)
GRI 201: Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) Certification | Jan. 8 & 9 | 6 Hours CE | 9:00 am – 12:15 pm
Presenter: Brooke Yussim, ABR, CRS, GRI, PSA, SFR, e-PRO, SRES
GRI 202: Dealing with the Deal Killers: Handling Issues in the Real Estate Transaction | Dec. 3 | 3 Hours CE | 9:00 am – 12:15 pm
Presenter: Josh Cadillac, CCIM, CRS, CRB, ABR, GRI, e-Pro, SFR, AHWD, CIPS, PSA, SRS
GRI 203: The Real Estate Professionals Essential Technology Toolbox | Jan. 16 | 4 Hours CE | 9:00 am – 1:30 pm
Presenter: Craig Grant, RETI
GRI 204: Real Estate Negotiations | Feb. 11 | 3 Hours CE | 9:00 am – 12:15 pm
Presenter: Brent Lancaster, ABR, CDEI, GRI, SRS, e-PRO
GRI 205: Risk Management Strategies for REALTORS | March 13 | 3 Hours Core Law | 9:00 am – 12:15 pm
Presenter: Todd Book, Esq., VP of Legal & Legislative Affairs for the Ohio REALTORS, Stephen McCoy, Esq., VP of Legal & Regulatory Affairs for the Ohio REALTORS®
GRI 206: Talk Nerdy to Me: Understanding Basic Economic Concepts to Better Your Business and Beat Your Competition | April 10 |3 Hours CE | 9:00 am – 12:15 pm
Presenter: Brent Lancaster, ABR, CDEI, GRI, SRS, e-PRO
GRI 207: Seal the Deal: Mastering Buyer Representation | May 13 |3 Hours CE | 9:00 am – 12:15 pm
Presenter: Brent Lancaster, ABR, CDEI, GRI, SRS, e-PRO
GRI 208: Give Em Something to Talk About: Creating a Better Story for Success | June 12 | 4 Hours CE | 9:00 am – 1:30 pm
Presenter: Sean Carpenter
GRI 209: Listing Prep: How to Master Every Listing Appointment | July 15 | 2 Hours CE | 11:00am – 1:00 pm
Presenter: Matthew Rathbun, ABR, CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRS
CE Credit
Each course in the GRI 201-209 series is certified for Ohio real estate credit, which includes one 3 hour core law program. Attendance to each of the GRI 201-209 classes is required to earn the GRI designation in addition to passing the GRI 100 Equivalency Exam.
How Do I Earn the GRI Designation?
The program consists of two courses levels, the GRI 100 Equivalency Exam and the GRI 201-209 virtual classes, which can be taken in any sequence, and are designed to benefit both experienced and inexperienced agents.
After completing the GRI 201-209 classes and passing the GRI 100 Equivalency Exam, there is a one-time application fee of $50 to hold the Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI) designation. The GRI designation is a NAR designation offered and conferred by the State Associations. No yearly dues are required for this NAR designation. While all the courses are open to anyone, the right to use the GRI Designation is limited to those who maintain membership in the Local, State, and National Association of REALTORS.
What Is The GRI 100 Equivalency Exam?
The GRI 100 Equivalency Examination satisfies the requirements of the GRI 100 level of the program. Satisfactory completion of the exam indicates that you have the experience, other real estate classes, designations, and or certifications, pre-licensure courses and/or company training programs that have provided you the competency necessary to compete in the marketplace.
The examination topics consist of:
- Residential Construction
- Ethics
- Antitrust
- Agency Laws, Duties and Disclosures
- Fair Housing
- Sales and Marketing
- Environmental Issues: Discovery & Disclosure
A GRI 100 completion certificate will be emailed upon successful completion of the exam.
Questions?
Contact us at: Ohio REALTORS, 200 E. Town Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215-4648 Phone: 614.225.6229