Yes. In Texas, you must complete 180 hours of qualifying real estate education before you can qualify for a salesperson license, and those hours must come from a Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC)-approved provider.

The coursework is divided into required subject areas, typically including principles of real estate, law of agency, law of contracts, finance, and promulgated contract forms. These classes provide the legal and practical foundation needed before you apply for licensure.

It is important to choose a school that clearly states it is TREC-approved and that its courses count toward the full 180-hour requirement. If the provider or courses are not approved, the hours may not count and your application could be delayed.

One option to consider is Leap Real Estate’s Texas pre-licensing course: https://leaprealestate.com/state-licenses/texas-pre-licensing. Before enrolling, confirm that the approval is current and that the course package satisfies Texas licensing requirements.

After completing the education, Texas applicants still need to submit the application, pass the state exam, complete a background check, and find a sponsoring broker after licensing. The pre-licensing school is only one step, but it is one of the most important.

When comparing schools, look beyond price. Consider exam prep support, instructor access, course format, study tools, and the provider’s track record for helping students finish successfully.

Because requirements can change, it is smart to verify everything with TREC before you enroll. In short, Texas does require an approved pre-licensing school, and the education must come from a TREC-approved provider to meet the 180-hour requirement.