[header] How to become a real estate agent in california [title] Get your high school diploma or ged. [step] A high school diploma or its equivalent is required by the california bureau of real estate (calbre) in order to obtain a real estate license in california. In addition, you must be at least 18 years of age. 
[title] Research colleges and enroll in a real estate program. [step] To become licensed as a real estate agent in california, you must complete 3 college courses for a total of 135 credit hours at a school approved by calbre.