Code of Ethics

Ensure your REALTOR® membership remains active by completing NAR’s Code of Ethics training. The current cycle is January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027. Complete the requirement by the end of 2027 to stay in compliance. Memberships not compliant could face termination. Don’t wait—satisfy the requirement now and stay ahead.

How to Fulfill Your COE Requirement

  1. Quick and Easy: NAR’s Online Training (Recommended)
  2. Free courses from MetroTex
  3. Find a course through Texas REALTORS® Course Finder
  4. Earn your NAR C2EX Endorsement
  5. Courses through The CE Shop (30% off with code RISEUP)

Code of Ethics Status

Note: if you have joined MetroTex since January 1, 2025 AND have completed Member Orientation, your Code of Ethics requirement has been met!

Code of Ethics FAQ

 

 

COE Training Options

NAR Online Training

Enjoy a free, customizable learning experience available anytime online. Pass by completing module quizzes instead of a final exam.

Start NAR’s COE Online Training Now

 

MetroTex Courses

Access free COE training and earn 3 hours of CE credit. Please note, a $25 no-show fee applies if you register but do not attend.

Register for a MetroTex COE Course


NAR Code of Ethics

Texas REALTORS® Courses

Enhance your professional skills and stay compliant with Texas REALTORS®. Locate a course near you for essential COE training.

Find a Texas REALTORS® COE Course

Texas REALTORS®

NAR C2EX Endorsement

Take charge of your professional growth with NAR’s Commitment to Excellence (C2EX) endorsement program. Evaluate, enhance, and showcase your expertise while fulfilling your COE requirement.

Get Your NAR C2EX Endorsement

The CE Shop Courses

Find courses that meet NAR’s COE requirement, marked with a yellow “NAR ETHICS” tag. Use promo code ETHICS30 for 30% off!

Browse The CE Shop’s COE Courses

COE Knowledge Base

What's the COE Training Requirement?

Every three years, all REALTOR® members must complete ethics training that meets the standards set by the National Association of REALTORS®. The upcoming deadline for this training is December 31, 2027. Please be aware that the Texas Real Estate Commission Legal II course no longer fulfills NAR’s Code of Ethics training requirement, a change enacted in 2019 by the NAR Board of Directors.

  • If you completed NAR-approved ethics training in 2025, 2026, or 2027: You have fulfilled the NAR requirement for the current cycle ending December 31, 2027.
  • If you did not complete NAR-approved ethics training in 2022, 2023, or 2024: You must complete the Code of Ethics training requirement by December 31, 2027.

For any questions, please reach out to MetroTex Member Services:

 

How Can I Check if I’ve Already Completed It?

You can check your Code of Ethics status by logging into your account at nar.realtor.

 

Does Taking Legal II Count?

The Texas Real Estate Commission Legal II course required for license renewal no longer satisfies the NAR requirement for REALTOR® Code of Ethics training.

Not sure if you’ve completed your required ethics training? Check your status.

 

How Does This Relate to My New Member Orientation?

If you have completed, or will complete, your MetroTex New Member Orientation in 2025, 2026, or 2027, you have satisfied the NAR requirement for REALTOR® Code of Ethics training. Not sure if you’re covered? Check your status.

 

What If My Membership Gets Suspended?

If you don’t complete the required Code of Ethics training by the deadline, your membership will be suspended starting January 1, 2025. If the requirement isn’t met by March 1, 2028, your membership will be automatically terminated. Learn more about the consequences.