National MLO License Course
In the United States mortgage loan originators are required to be licensed. In order to apply for a license, applicants must complete 20-hours of Core NMLS approved education. Our National online MLO course is fully approved to meet the complete educational requirement for 20-states.
3 Easy Steps to obtain a Mortgage Loan Originator License in 20-States
Meets full education requirement for: AL, AK, DE, GA, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MN, MO, ND, PR, SD, VA, USVI, WI, and WY. All other states click here.
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Complete our NMLS approved 20-hour Online MLO Course ($275 $189)
ENROLL HERE to start the 20-hour course instantly
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Pass your national mortgage exam:
Exam prep included free of charge (unlike other schools)
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Apply for the State MLO License in the NMLS Portal:
We report your hours to the NMLS free of charge
20 Hour SAFE Comprehensive: National MLO Course Online
This is the course you need to take to obtain your Mortgage Loan Originator license. Unlike most competitors, we don’t have confusing packages. We include our exam prep course free, so you have everything in one package designed to get your license!
- 20-Hour NMLS Approved Course #16623
- One Bonus State Law Course offered by us ($49 value)*
- Bonus Exam Prep Course Included FREE ($149 value)
- NMLS Hours Reporting Included Free ($30 value)
- Online Prerecorded Instructor Led Videos
- E-textbook Included (Downloadable PDF)
- Unlimited Phone & Email Support
- Always Updated
*Special Bonus Offer! If you enroll now in our 20-hour National MLO Online Course, you can get a free state law course that we are already approved for in another state so you can get a license there too! These states include AZ, CA, CO, FL, MI, NC, TN, and TX (more coming soon).
Why so inexpensive compared to other mortgage schools?
Since we only offer online courses, we can keep our costs low and our price affordable unlike most of our competitors. Therefore, we get to train more students than the other schools, which is a win for us. By keeping our costs lower, we help you get started in a great career as an MLO without having to take out a loan for your training, so everybody wins.
Best Training – Best Service – Best Value
This NMLS Approved course is the first step to earning your license. Our Senior Instructor has 20+ years of mortgage training experience. Once you complete the training, we will report your hours to the NMLS free of charge.
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National 20-hour Mortgage Loan Originator Course
Everything you need for your education is included with the purchase of our 20-hour course. We also include our exam prep material in one easy to access package. You will get everything you need to become a licensed mortgage loan originator in 20-states. This 20-hour course covers your core educational requirement in all 50-states as well. 30-states require and additional amount of state law coursework as well.
For state by state MLO training requirements, click here.
A message from our Mortgage Loan Originator Education Instructor Rich Leffler about the training program
The core 20-hour SAFE MLO Online Course is a mandatory educational requirement established by the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) for all individuals seeking to become licensed mortgage loan originators. This comprehensive course covers essential topics including federal mortgage laws, loan origination activities, ethics, consumer protection regulations, and fraud prevention. Designed to ensure mortgage professionals possess fundamental industry knowledge and understand their compliance obligations, the course consists of specific modules that must be completed in sequence, concluding with a final exam that tests comprehension of all covered material. Upon successful completion, prospective MLOs receive the pre-licensure education certificate and then register for the NMLS national exam—a critical milestone in the licensing process that demonstrates their preparedness to responsibly originate mortgage loans while adhering to federal and state regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Getting your Mortgage Loan Officer License
According to a study performed by GLASSDOOR on June 6th, 2024, the average salary for a mortgage loan originator is around $177,000 per year with the top MLO's making over $240,000 per year.
Mortgage license training involves completing the 20-hour pre-licensure education course, passing a national exam, and meeting state-specific requirements. The training covers topics such as federal and state mortgage laws, ethics, loan origination, and consumer protection.
The duration of mortgage license training can vary, but most aspiring MLOs can complete the required pre-licensure education in 20-30 hours. This includes additional time for exam preparation. 24hourEDU includes a complete exam prep course for the SAFE MLO National Exam free of charge with our 20 Hour SAFE Comprehensive: Online (OIL) – Mortgage Loan Originator Course.
- 3 hours of ethics
- 2 hours of non-traditional mortgage lending
- 12 hours of electives – Our online MLO course dedicates all of these hours to preparing you for the SAFE MLO test for mortgage loan originator licensing
The SAFE Act requires a minimum of 20 hours of pre-licensure education, which includes 3 hours of federal law, 3 hours of ethics, 2 hours of non-traditional mortgage lending, plus 12 hours of general mortgage origination electives. Other states may require additional hours.
The 24hourEDU 20-hour course costs just $189! The cost of mortgage pre-licensure education with other courses can range from $300 to $800 plus they have additional costs for exam prep courses and NMLS hour reporting fees. 24hourEDU does not nickel and dime you on this. We include exam prep and the NMLS hour reporting fees in our tuition.
Some students also ask: Why is 24hourEDU so affordable? By keeping our tuition affordable, we get to train more MLO students than any other school, so that is a win for us. By having the best price, we also help students get their mortgage license without spending an arm and a leg on the training. Everybody wins.
Yes, the 24hourEDU NMLS-approved course offers online mortgage license training. This allows for flexible scheduling and online learning, making it convenient for those who are working or have other commitments. Per NMLS regulations, the 20-hour course must be completed in 14 days or less from the start date. All of the training and testing to pass your 20 Hour SAFE Comprehensive: Online (OIL) – Mortgage Loan Originator Course will be done online in our learning management system.
Yes, after completing the pre-licensure education, you must pass the SAFE Mortgage Loan Originator Test. Our training includes guidance to study for the national component and, for many states, a state-specific component. The exam tests your knowledge of mortgage lending practices and relevant laws.
Mortgage license training courses typically cover federal and state mortgage laws, ethics, loan origination processes, financial calculations, credit analysis, types of mortgage products, and fair lending practices. 24hourEDU has specifically designed our course to prepare you for the SAFE MLO National Exam.
MLO licenses must be renewed annually. The renewal process involves completing state continuing education requirements and paying a renewal fee. The NMLS Annual Renewal Period begins Nov. 1 each year. The renewal deadline each year is December 31st.
The Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) is the system of record for MLO licensing and registration. It manages the pre-licensure education, testing, and continuing education requirements for MLOs across the United States. You will learn all about the NMLS while completing our 20 Hour SAFE Comprehensive: Online (OIL) – Mortgage Loan Originator Course.
You cannot work as an MLO while completing your training. You must first complete the pre-licensure education, pass the SAFE MLO test, and obtain your license before you can legally originate mortgage loans.
While the SAFE Act establishes minimum national standards that cover this state, other states have additional requirements for MLO licensing. These may include a few more hours of state-specific pre-licensure education, or a different process for background check requirements.
After completing mortgage license training and obtaining your license, you can work as an MLO in various settings, including banks, credit unions, mortgage companies, or as an independent broker. With experience, you might advance to roles such as team leader, branch manager, or even open your own mortgage brokerage.
Yes, the 20 Hour SAFE Comprehensive: Online (OIL) – Mortgage Loan Originator Course by 24hourEDU is 100% approved by the NMLS so you can get the core hours required to apply for a mortgage loan origination license. 24hourEDU is an approved NMLS Course Provider listed in the NMLS list of approved online mortgage education providers under ID: 1405107.
