Description

About the Course

"Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing" is an NAR certificate course designed to address the complex requirements of compliance with fair housing laws and the REALTOR® Code of Ethics. This course aims to empower real estate professionals by equipping them with the knowledge and tools necessary to recognize and interrupt unconscious biases. By delving into the mind science behind identity and bias, the course helps participants understand how these can inadvertently lead to fair housing violations.

Who is it for?

This course is ideally suited for real estate agents, brokers, and managers who are committed to upholding the highest standards of fairness and ethics in their practice. It is particularly beneficial for professionals who wish to ensure their business practices not only comply with legal standards but also promote a culture of inclusivity and equality.

Why Attend?

Attending this course provides a crucial opportunity for real estate professionals to enhance their understanding of fair housing laws and how unconscious biases can affect their compliance. It offers practical, interactive exercises that are designed to improve communication skills and enable participants to build more equitable and robust business relationships across diverse clienteles.

What You Gain

Participants in "Bias Override" will gain actionable insights that can be immediately applied to enhance their professional interactions and client services. The course focuses on transforming everyday interactions into opportunities for promoting inclusivity and fairness, thereby enhancing the business's reputation and expanding client bases. Ultimately, this course serves as an indispensable investment in a professional's development and ethical commitment, ensuring that every customer or client receives equal professional service.

Meet Your Instructor: Matt Difanis, 512.002879

Join us for a comprehensive journey through diversity and inclusion within the real estate industry, featuring renowned instructor Matt Difanis. Matt brings his unique experience as a passionate DEI and fair housing evangelist and former President of the Illinois REALTORS®. His work has been recognized nationally, with appearances in The New York Times and Bloomberg Businessweek, and on platforms like Bloomberg Quicktake and the Tavis Smiley Show.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT

Price:

• In-Person Class Registration: $30
• Virtual Class Registration: $40
• Audit Class Registration (In-Person): $10
• Audit Class Registration (Virtual): $20
  • What is Audit Pricing? - Audit pricing offers a unique opportunity for professionals who have previously completed a designation/certification course to retake the updated course at a reduced cost. This allows you to update your knowledge, stay current with industry changes, and reinforce your learning without paying the full course price. Perfect for those committed to continuous professional growth!

Location: 

• PAAR CPE Classroom, 7307 N Willowlake Ct, Peoria, IL 61614
• Virtually via Zoom

School: PAAR CENTER FOR PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION, 515.000030

Course License: 564.003821

Course Hours: 4 Elective Credits

Disclaimer: The PAAR Center for Professional Education is an officially licensed course provider authorized by the Center for REALTOR® Development and the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. The courses offered are designed to comply with industry standards and educational requirements set forth by these organizations. PAAR CPE’s course offerings should not be construed as an endorsement by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® or any of its affiliates.