Test of Professional Competence (Estate Agent)
Q : What are the procedures involved in TPC?
After passing Part I & Part II of the estate agent’s examination, a candidate shall register as a probationary estate agent and undergo 2 years post-qualifying practical training and experience in Malaysia under a registered estate agent and thereafter may attend the Professional Interview (Test of Professional Competence).
Q : Where can I get the application forms?
At the Board’s office. The form to be completed is Form B1 and TPC EA 1/96.
Q : What are the fees payable for registration?
RM100.00 for registration (Form B1) and RM50.00 for processing (TPC EA 1/96).
Q : Can I apply for exemption from undergoing 2 year practical training?
Yes, you may, provided you have undergone post qualifying practical experience in real estate for a period of not less than 10 years and are required to submit Form TPC EA 2/96 with RM100.00 together with your Record of Experience (4 copies) with Appendix B.
Q : When and how many times are the TPC Interviews conducted?
6 times a year, the months are February, April, June, August, October and December.
Q : When is the deadline for submission of interview forms & Tasks?
TPC EA 4/96 & fees of RM200.00 should be submitted 1 month before the date of the TPC Interview (i.e. by 15 th of the month).
Q : When to submit the Work Diary?
After completing the 1 st year of recording a candidate is required to submit to the Board and similar procedure to be adopted after recording 2 nd year work diary. (If the candidate possess a degree which is recognized by the Board, 1st of 6 months recording to submit to the Board and subsequent submission will be after the completion of the 2nd of the 6 months of recording).
Q : The procedure when I change the employer / principal?
To complete TPC EA 3/96 and send to the Board together with a photocopy of the appointment letter from the new employer.
Q : Where can I get the guidelines for TPC?
At the Board’s office.