Ethics of Social Media and Advertising
Course #: 39952-RECE
Instructor: John Gillam, Clinical Professor
Provider: 461
Price: $40
Course Type: Elective
CE Credit Hours: 4
Date: October 29, 2026
Time: 10:00AM -2:00PM
Course Description:
This class will explore common mistakes made by real estate brokers that are often not realized cause violations of advertising laws in the state, as well as reviewing the N.A.R. Code of Ethics to prevent violations when adverting and using social media. This class will look into current issues often found on signage, ads, social media posts and marketing, online reviews, as well as common issues regarding team promotion, fair housing, and Article 1, 3, 10, 11, 12, 15 and 16 of the N.A.R. Code of Ethics. Students will also learn how to avoid intellectual property claims, RESPA violations and the danger of “re-posting” or sharing on social media sites.
This course is being offered as a potential alternative Code of Ethics training options for existing REALTOR® members. Acceptance of these courses is determined by each local association or board.
- You can check your Code of Ethics status by logging into your NAR account.
- Current Cycle is January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027
- You MUST provide your NAR Member ID at registration to receive a completion certification at no cost.
- Your NAR Member ID is different from your state-issued real estate license number.
- It will be the license holder’s responsibility to submit the completion certificate to your association for reporting to NAR.