FE DuBose Career Center Launches Real Estate Class for High School Students

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Clarendon County high school students now have a unique opportunity to pursue a career in real estate thanks to a new program offered at the FE DuBose Career Center. The program, announced by the Clarendon County School District on social media, allows students to earn a real estate license before graduating.

Dr. Keisa Carr, director of the F.E. DuBose Career Center, emphasized the importance of the program during a recent interview. “The Department of State has created standards for districts to provide real estate classes, and we partnered with the David Lloyd School of Real Estate to provide that opportunity for our students,” Carr said. “We are one of only two districts in the state offering this program.”

To enroll, students must complete an introductory course in entrepreneurship. The real estate curriculum will be divided into two sequential courses, Real Estate I and Real Estate II, to ensure continuity of learning. Upon completion of the course, students will be eligible to take the real estate licensing examination at the age of 18.

“The requirement to be 18 to take the licensing exam means we target it to students in grades 11 and 12,” Carr explained. “This will ensure that the knowledge they gain will be fresh when they take their exams.”

Courses will include hands-on experiences such as field trips to construction sites, mock real estate transactions, and guest lectures from industry professionals, including real estate lawyers and mortgage advisors. “We want our students to have comprehensive knowledge of the real estate industry,” Carr emphasized. “They will receive certificates upon completion of each course, which increases their qualifications.”

Carr also discussed the collaborative aspect of the program. “Instructors from the David Lloyd School of Real Estate will be coming in to make sure our students have everything they need,” she said. “They will provide all the necessary materials, including national and state textbooks, to prepare students for the exam.”

The program is free to Clarendon County School District students, and space is limited for homeschool and private school students on a first-come, first-served basis. “Our goal is to ensure that all students are college and career ready,” Carr noted. “Programs like this provide invaluable skills and certifications that set our students apart.”

“We are excited to offer these career opportunities to our students,” Carr continued. “This initiative not only reflects our district’s commitment to providing students with both college and career readiness, but also opens doors for those who may choose to enter the workforce directly after high school.”

The FE DuBose Career Center continues to expand its offerings, most recently adding health science and welding programs to support the diverse career aspirations of its students. “We added an additional health science instructor because that class is always packed,” Carr recalled. “Our students graduate with certificates that set them apart from the rest.”

For more information, students are encouraged to speak with their guidance counselors to add real estate courses to their spring class schedules. “We are focused on the Clarendon County School District to make sure our children are prepared for whatever path they choose,” Carr said. “Adding programs like real estate, continuing welding and expanding health sciences give our students every opportunity to succeed.”