Florida requires two separate exams: a course final and the state licensing exam. They sound similar, but they serve different purposes and are taken at different times.
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Course final exam vs state exam: quick overview
- The course final proves you completed the 63-hour pre-licensing course.
- The state exam is required for licensure and is scheduled with Pearson VUE.
- You must pass the course final before you can get approved to sit for the state exam.
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Florida pre-licensing course final exam
Eligibility and format
You take the course final after finishing the required 63-hour pre-licensing coursework. The exam is administered by your education provider and is usually multiple choice.
Pass score and retake rules
Most Florida-approved schools require a 70% passing score on the course final. Retake policies vary by provider, so follow your school guidelines if you miss the mark.
Scheduling
Course finals are scheduled directly through your course provider. Some online schools let you start once you complete all units and practice requirements.
Florida state licensing exam (Pearson VUE)
Eligibility and Authorization to Test
To sit for the state exam, you must complete the course, pass the final, and submit your DBPR application. Once approved, you receive an Authorization to Test (ATT).
Pass score and retake rules
The Florida sales associate state exam requires a 75% passing score. If you do not pass, you can reschedule with Pearson VUE and pay the exam fee again.
Scheduling and test centers
State exams are scheduled on the Pearson VUE website. You choose an available test center or qualifying online option, then receive your appointment confirmation.
Side-by-side differences
- Course final: proves course completion; provider-controlled scheduling.
- State exam: licensing requirement; scheduled with Pearson VUE after ATT.
- Course final pass score: typically 70%.
- State exam pass score: 75% for sales associate.
How the two exams fit in your timeline
Most students finish the course, pass the final, submit the DBPR application, and then schedule the state exam. Build a short study buffer between the final and the state exam so you can keep the material fresh.
FAQs
Q: Are the course final and state exam the same test?
A: No. The course final is administered by your school, while the state exam is administered by Pearson VUE.
Q: Do I have to pass the course final before the state exam?
A: Yes. You must complete the course and pass the final before the DBPR approves you for the state exam.
Q: What are the passing scores?
A: The course final typically requires 70%, while the state exam requires 75%.
Q: Who schedules the exams?
A: Your school schedules the course final, and you schedule the state exam through Pearson VUE after receiving an Authorization to Test.