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To become a salesperson (broker) in Washington, you must meet the following requirements:

• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Education: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Coursework: Complete 90 hours of approved real estate education, which includes a 60-hour course in Real Estate Fundamentals and a 30-hour course in Real Estate Practices.

1. Complete Required Education: Enroll in and complete the 90 hours of pre-license education from an approved provider.
2. Submit Application: Apply for the broker license through the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) online portal.
3. Fingerprinting and Background Check: Schedule and complete a fingerprint background check through IdentoGO.
4. Pass the Exam: Once your application is approved, schedule and pass the state and national broker exams through PSI.
5. Obtain a License: After passing the exam and completing all requirements, you will be issued a real estate broker license.

Things do change, so be sure to confirm the latest requirements with the state: