Section 43-23-08.2 - License renewal - Continuing education required1. The commission may establish the conditions under which each applicant for renewal of a broker's or salesperson's license, in addition to the requirements of section 43-23-08, shall submit proof of participation in approved continuing education. In establishing the conditions for continuing education, the commission may determine the required number of hours, the frequency and conditions of reporting requirements, and all other terms and conditions of continuing education compliance. The commission shall set standards for the approval of education courses that qualify for satisfaction of this requirement, and shall maintain a current list of education courses so approved. Attendance at a course or the completion of an education course must be documented in accordance with procedures established by the commission. The commission may adopt rules concerning implementation of this section pursuant to chapter 28-32.2. A license may not be renewed by the commission unless the proper certification showing fulfillment of the continuing education requirements of this section and the appropriate licensing fees are submitted to the commission in accordance with section 43-23-13.1.3. The commission may exempt licensees from the continuing education requirements of this section for reasons relating to the licensee's health, military service, or for other good cause. Licensees who have held a real estate license for fifteen continuous years on January 1, 1984, are exempt from the requirements of this section.Amended by S.L. 2021 , ch. 316( HB 1258 ), § 6, eff. 8/1/2021.