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Appraisal & Real Estate Career Academy (ARÉCA) is a Kentucky-based, family-owned provider offering online education for aspiring and already-licensed real estate and appraisal professionals, offering pre-licensing, post-licensing, continuing education, exam preparation, and professional development courses for career advancement. Whether you're starting your real estate journey or advancing your current license, we provide high-quality, flexible online courses to support your growth—available 24/7, statewide and beyond. But we’re not just another academy—we’re a family with a passion for shaping future professionals and elevating the real estate industry. Founded by licensed instructor and experienced educator Nicole Knudtson, and co-run with her husband Jamie, ARÉCA is built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and personalized support. Our mission is to equip students with the knowledge, tools and confidence they need to thrive. We’re committed to creating an engaging, student-centered learning experience that prepares you for real success—not just to pass an exam. We’re a Kentucky Real Estate Commission (KREC) approved provider, licensed by the Kentucky Commission on Proprietary Education (KCPE), and proudly accredited with the Better Business Bureau (A– rating). Our mascot, Fynn the Fox, adds a unique and playful touch to the learning experience. Created by Nicole and inspired by their young son, Fynn represents everything we believe in—being sharp, resourceful, and never afraid to learn something new (especially with sunglasses on). At ARÉCA, we believe real estate education should be accessible, empowering, and a little fun. Thank you for supporting our small family business. We look forward to being part of your success story! Visit https://arecareeracademy.com to learn more.
1795 Alysheba Way, Ste 7202, PMB 402470, 40509-2481, Lexington, United States
3.8
2 reviews
Awesome school, great courses, and excellent support.
The material is clear, well-organized, and easy to follow. I really enjoy how engaging the content is—it keeps me focused. With my busy schedule, the flexibility to learn on my own time has made all the difference. I’m so glad I chose ARECA. Highly recommend!
I took the pre-licensing course with Appraisal & Real Estate Career Academy and I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation. From start to finish, the program was incredibly organized, easy to navigate and most importantly the resources provided truly helped me understand the material.
I'm a horrible test taker and was so nervous to take the PSI exams, but Nicole and her staff made me feel confident in my abilities and in what I needed to study.
I also appreciated how the course is designed for people with busy schedules—it’s flexible, self-paced and structured in a way that keeps you motivated. The FOXBOX welcome package was such a fun surprise and made me feel like I was part of something bigger than just another online course. I’ve attached photos in my Google review from when I received the box!
If you're thinking about getting your Kentucky real estate license, this is absolutely the program to take. I feel confident, prepared, and ready for my new career! I’m excited to get started and will definitely continue using ARECA for my continuing education.
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