Professional Development
Graduate REALTOR® Institute
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Earn the GRI Designation
In today’s competitive business environment, it often takes more than just motivation and initiative to succeed!
The GRI designation is a national designation delivered by the Arkansas REALTORS®. The 60+hour course of study meets
accreditation standards established by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®.
These GRI Classes are powerful tools that will help students attract and build their business. Expect to increase your skills and knowledge across the entire landscape of real estate with in-depth training in legal and regulatory issues, technology, budgeting, professional standards, and the entire sales process.
New Agents can fulfill the full ***18-hour Post License Requirement while earning the GRI (what a great foundation
for your Career!)
Why become a GRI Designee?
- Increase your income potential by more than 74%
- Develop self-confidence while reducing risk to yourself and your Broker
- New Agents can fulfill the full ***18-hour Post License Requirement while earning the
GRI (what a great foundation for your Career!) - 2 for 1 - Many Classes count for CE, your GRI Designation even counts towards other
NAR Designations! - Unlike other designations, GRI has NO ANNUAL DUES
- Develop excellent contract writing skills
- Students can work at their own pace as you have 3 years to complete this course of
study. - Stand out to prospective Homebuyers & Sellers as the REALTOR® who is equipped with
effective negotiating skills, financial knowledge to assist them, alongside the
fundamentals of real estate. - The More you LEARN, the More you EARN!
2026 GRI Core Class Schedule
(4 required; GRI 101, 102, 201, 202)
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

ARA = 11224 Executive Center Drive, Little Rock, AR 72211
NABOR = 314 N. Goad Springs Road, Lowell, AR 72745
TO REGISTER:
Visit the ARA Portal, select "Events"> "Upcoming Classes"
2026 GRI Online Electives
(4 classes required, or 3+ one NAR Designation/Certification)
CLICK THE NAME OF THE COURSE TO ACCESS
Online electives vary in price from $40-$70.
Fairhaven: Fair Housing Simulation
Fairhaven is where agents work against the clock to sell homes while confronting realistic scenarios where discrimination could occur.
Cost Options
Regular Registration Fee
Bundle Package
ALL CANCELATIONS are subject to a $25 cancelation fee. No refunds after registration deadline.
Sign up today for the Bundle Package and receive all four core classes. Save money while enjoying flexibility in class scheduling with no cancelation fees!