Propertymark unveils new Certificate in Property Agency

The Propertymark Qualifications Level 3 (Level 6 SCQF) Certificate in Property Agency was officially unveiled last week.

The trade body revealed the new qualification at the Propertymark One Conference.

Gary Elliott, head of education at Propertymark, said the new structure will let all agents take the same initial exam which is generic for the industry but add on an additional pathway depending on the nation and specialism they are looking to become qualified in. 

They can then add on additional pathways to become qualified in more than one specialism, rather than retaking an entirely new qualification.

The change comes as a review of the offerings of Propertymark Qualifications was undertaken to ensure that they are kept up to date and continue to meet the needs of the sector.

Elliot said:  “It’s important for those agents who work across disciplines to have access to easier learning routes to skill up across the board. That’s why we have and will continue to review the offerings of Propertymark Qualifications to ensure that they are kept up to date and meet the needs of the sector so that agents can thrive into today’s professional climate and also get the best possible value for money.”

For agents who have registered for the previous sales, lettings or commercial qualifications with Propertymark Qualifications and have not yet sat any exams, you can be transferred onto the new Level 3 (Level 6 SCQF) Certificate in Property Agency qualification without charge. contact qualifications@propertymark.co.uk to request this. 

The trade body also unveiled a new referral platform during the conference called Propertymark Connect.

The idea is to refer vendors and leads to other members.

Nathan Emerson, chief executive of Propertymark, also revealed plans to launch company membership.

He said: “We continue to listen to our membership and the wider needs of the industry to adapt our offering and provide the best possible quality and value for money.

“We know how important it is for our members to have access to the best business insight tools and leads, and general support and guidance, hence why we have enhanced areas across the business by a whole new level, meaning membership provides agents with even more value for money.”