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CPP41419 Study Guide

Complete breakdown of all 18 units in the Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice. Focus on the core units first, then select electives based on your career path (sales or property management).

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18

Total Units

6

Core Units

380+

Study Hours

3-6

Months to Complete

Core Units (Required)

These 6 units are mandatory for all students

6 Units
CPPREP4001Prepare for professional practice in real estate
Foundational unit covering industry ethics, legislation, and professional conduct.
High PriorityEasy20h

Study Tips:

  • Focus on the Code of Conduct
  • Understand fiduciary duties
  • Know the key legislation for your state
CPPREP4002Access and interpret ethical practice in real estate
Understanding ethical obligations and professional standards in real estate.
High PriorityEasy15h

Study Tips:

  • Learn conflict of interest scenarios
  • Study disclosure requirements
  • Review case studies on ethics breaches
CPPREP4003Access and interpret legislation in real estate
Key legislation affecting real estate practice including property law and consumer protection.
High PriorityMedium25h

Study Tips:

  • Focus on your state's specific Act
  • Know key sections and penalties
  • Understand cooling-off periods
CPPREP4004Establish marketing and communication profiles in real estate
Marketing strategies and communication techniques for real estate professionals.
Medium PriorityEasy20h

Study Tips:

  • Learn digital marketing basics
  • Understand target markets
  • Practice writing property descriptions
CPPREP4005Prepare to work with real estate trust accounts
Critical unit on trust account management, compliance, and reconciliation.
Critical PriorityHard30h

Study Tips:

  • This is often the hardest unit - dedicate extra time
  • Practice reconciliation exercises
  • Understand audit requirements
  • Know what constitutes a breach
CPPREP4101Appraise property for sale or lease
Property valuation methods and market analysis techniques.
High PriorityMedium25h

Study Tips:

  • Learn the three valuation approaches
  • Practice CMA (Comparative Market Analysis)
  • Understand market indicators

Elective Units

Choose 12 units based on your career focus

12 Required
CPPREP4102

Market property

Sales

Medium20h
CPPREP4103

Establish vendor relationships

Sales

Medium20h
CPPREP4104

Establish buyer relationships

Sales

Medium20h
CPPREP4105

Sell property

Sales

Medium25h
CPPREP4121

Establish landlord relationships

Property Management

Medium20h
CPPREP4122

Manage tenant relationships

Property Management

Medium20h
CPPREP4123

Manage tenancy

Property Management

Medium25h
CPPREP4124

End tenancy

Property Management

Easy15h
CPPREP4125

Transact in trust accounts

Trust Accounting

Hard30h
CPPREP4503

Present at hearings in real estate

Professional Practice

Medium15h
CPPREP4504

Work in the real estate industry

Professional Practice

Easy15h
CPPREP4505

Manage conflicts and disputes in real estate

Professional Practice

Medium20h

Recommended Study Paths

Sales Focus
For aspiring sales agents and auctioneers

Focus on property appraisal, marketing, vendor and buyer relationships, and sales processes.

  • All 6 core units
  • CPPREP4101-4105 (Sales cluster)
  • Trust accounting electives
View Sales Path
Property Management Focus
For aspiring property managers

Focus on landlord and tenant relationships, tenancy management, and property maintenance.

  • All 6 core units
  • CPPREP4121-4124 (PM cluster)
  • Trust accounting electives
View PM Path