How to get my license

[Rick Strobel]

I'm ready to take the first steps to becoming a real estate flipper and investor. For years sitting on the sidelines I'd often wonder about getting my license. As a computer and technology professional it always seemed odd that I'd leave the MLS searching and data analysis to someone else. Anyway, after recently finding this site and seeing what others are saying I've decided 99% that I'm going to get my license.

So my question is: how?

I'm in Kentucky. For years I recall seeing two real estate training companies: A-Pass Weikel and another whose name I don't remember right now. I've searched online a little. I'm finding a loose association of websites that offer totally online training. I'd probably go for that vs going to a class.

http://www.kyrealestateclass.com/realestate/
http://www.realestaterenegade.org/lms/

My current understanding is that I take a course, take a test and find a broker who'll sponsor me. Oh, and send my fingerprints off to the FBI :)

Can anyone help me navigate this maze?

Thanks!