Level 2 (SCQF Level 5) Award in introduction to sale of residential property

This qualification is for estate agents

Divided into four areas, studying for this qualification will give you an understanding of basic property law and regulations, health and safety, customer service, marketing and the role of the property professional in the sales process.

This qualification is designed to give you the tools you need to practice effectively including common law, statutory obligations to clients, financial record keeping and sanctions for breaches.

At a level equivalent to GCSE, the Award in Introduction to Sale of Residential Property provides foundations for professional growth for agents who want to maximise their future potential.

This qualification is available as a Level 2 qualification in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Registration fee: £50 | Exam fees: £62.50 per exam
Cost: £300 (registration, four exams and certification)
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What will be covered?

Unit 1: Health and Safety, Security and General Law

Understand the general concepts of law relevant to a property professional. It deals with the historical development of the law as well as current concepts, relevant statute and common law.

Unit code:
COM1 — Level 2/3 (England, Wales and Northern Ireland)
SCOM1 — Level 5/6 (Scotland)

Learning outcomes

Understand health and safety at work legislation and its relevance in and out of the workplace
Understand the issues around keeping safe when visiting property and maintaining a secure system when dealing with keys
Understand the general legal concepts relating to the provision of property services
Understand the common law duties of agents and agents’ authority
Understand the basic elements of the law of contract
Understand the basic elements of liability outside the law of contract
Understand the basic concepts of land law
Understand the basic concepts of discrimination
Understand the requirements of the data protection legislation
Understand the requirements of the legislation dealing with the handling of money

Unit 2: Customer Service within the Property Sector

Understand the importance of customer relations in a business environment and the general principles of customer service, in the context of work done in the property sector. You will look at the importance of record keeping, particularly when dealing with complaints and dispute resolution.

Unit code: CSPS1

Learning outcomes

Understand the range of property related services that can be offered and promoted.
Understand the principles of customer service and customer relations
Understand the importance of administration procedures and record keeping
Understand the complaints and disputes procedures

Unit 3: Regulations Relating to Sale of Residential Property

Covering the regulations imposed for those dealing with the sale of residential property, as well as the common law and statutory obligations to clients, applicants and buyers. It also covers the obligations regarding the sale and development of land, financial record keeping and sanctions for the breach of any regulations.

Unit code: RSRP

Learning outcomes

Understand the responsibility that is owed to clients, applicants, and buyers.
Understand the importance of Codes of Practice and statutes in regulating estate agents.
Understand the types of agency available.
Know the oversight of the work of sales agents operated by ombudsman services and redress schemes.

Unit 4: Practice Relating to Sale of Residential Property

This unit is about understanding the importance of the role an agent plays in the sales process, from taking instructions to releasing the keys on completion. It also looks at the principles of marketing and the types of agency arrangements.

Unit code: PSRP

Learning outcomes

Understand the factors that affect the value of property and the different types and styles of property
Understand the various ways in which property can be sold and the basic principles of marketing and advertising
Understand the requirements for conducting viewings and taking offers
Understand the process of property transactions, from receipt of the offer through to completion

Common units
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How long will it take?

We estimate it takes up to 12-18 months, or approximately 90 hours of study, to complete . From your registration date you will have 3 years to complete your qualification. If you fail to pass in this timescale you'll need to re-register.

How will I be assessed?

Each unit is assessed by a 30 minute multiple-choice examination. A mark of at least 70% is required to pass Unit 1 and a mark of at least 73% is required to pass the other units.

What will I get?

You will receive a nationally recognised qualification at a level broadly equivalent to GCSE.

How to achieve your qualification

Qualification specification

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How much do they cost?

Each exam covers one unit and costs £62.50 for a level 2-3 / 5-6 qualification which is payable upon booking. Re-sits will be charged at the same rates and these prices apply to all candidates.

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INTERACTIVE DEMO
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Award in introduction to sale of residential property

This qualification is for estate agents

What will be covered?

Unit code: COM1 — Level 2/3 (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) SCOM1 — Level 5/6 (Scotland)

Learning outcomes

Unit code: CSPS1

Learning outcomes

Unit code: RSRP

Learning outcomes

Unit code: PSRP

Learning outcomes

How long will it take?

How will I be assessed?

What will I get?

How to achieve your qualification

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Qualification specification

Examinations

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Unit code:
COM1 — Level 2/3 (England, Wales and Northern Ireland)
SCOM1 — Level 5/6 (Scotland)