Just got my license, and gonna go after it full tilt, not just for sales, but for commercial, and investment. Yeah, I'm aware that the market is slowing, but that's not a deterance for me. Took me about two months to get my license, after taking a home study course (RE Principles) from the Realty Institute in San Berdo., and a w/e cram course right before the test from Real Estate Trainers in Santa Ana (get their DVD study aid). With the current processing time from the state for the hoops you have jump through, that's about the quickest you can get it. Make sure to tell her to take the test seriously, and study for it. Many don't pass the test the first time, and that adds time to getting the license. I studied and passed first go around, no prob. Now, I'm in for the real training.
Get info from this site: www.dre.ca.gov.com
We'll see if I can last. With experience in running my own company for 8 years, and 10 years in marketing and advertising, I'm feeling my chances are pretty good. Plus, I've got a great package with the broker I'll be working with.
Good luck.