Georgia Dealer License Class: What to Expect

Before you can apply for a Georgia dealer license, you have to complete a GA dealer license class, officially called a pre-licensing seminar. It is a required step for every new dealer, and the timing matters more than most people realize.

This guide explains what the Georgia dealer license class is, who offers it, what it covers, and how to plan it so you do not waste the certificate.

What Is the Georgia Dealer Pre-Licensing Seminar?

The pre-licensing seminar is a required training course for new used motor vehicle dealers. It covers Georgia dealer laws, Board rules, and the licensing process. You receive a certificate of completion, which you include with your application.

Who Offers the GA Dealer License Class?

Only Board-approved providers count. The Georgia Secretary of State lists approved providers, which currently include:

Automobile Dealer Training Association
E-Learning Concepts, LLC
Georgia Independent Automobile Dealers Association (GIADA)
Ron E. Widener Motor Vehicle Dealer Services

Check the Board’s website for the current list before you register, since approved providers can change.

What the Dealer License Class Covers

Topics typically include:

Georgia dealer laws and Board rules
Established place of business requirements
Bond and insurance requirements
Titles, tags, and required paperwork
Advertising and sales rules
How to complete your license application

Many providers also help you work through your application paperwork, which can prevent costly mistakes.

How Long Is the Class?

The seminar is short and completed in a day or less. Contact your provider for exact scheduling, format, and whether in-person or online options are available.

The One-Year Deadline

This is the part most people miss. Once you complete your pre-licensing seminar, you have one year to submit your dealer license application. If you wait too long, you may need to take the class again.

That means you should not take the class the moment you get the idea. Take it when you are close to ready.

What to Do Before Your Dealer License Class

Decide on your business structure
Research locations and confirm zoning
Check your credit for the $50,000 surety bond
Start collecting insurance quotes
Pick your business name and make sure it is available

What to Do After the Class

Keep your certificate of completion.
Lock in your place of business.
Get your bond and insurance.
Apply through the GOALS portal.
Complete fingerprinting and pass the inspection.

Continuing Education After You Are Licensed

Georgia dealers need 6 hours of continuing education to be eligible to renew. The same approved providers typically offer both pre-licensing and continuing education courses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GA dealer license class required?

Yes. New used motor vehicle dealers must complete a Board-approved pre-licensing seminar before applying.

Can I take the Georgia dealer license class online?

Ask each approved provider about current formats. Only Board-approved providers count.

How long is the certificate valid?

You have one year from completion to submit your application.

Do I need to take the class again to renew?

No. Renewal requires 6 hours of continuing education instead.

Line Up Your Office Before Your Deadline

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This article is general information, not legal advice. Confirm current seminar requirements and providers with the Georgia Board of Used Motor Vehicle Dealers.

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