In order to become a licensed Mortgage Loan Originator you must complete 20 hours of NMLS-approved basic education and pass the SAFE MLO Test (state-specific requirements vary). See the Mortgage Loan Originator License Requirements at the bottom of this page for more detailed information. NMLS Course Provider #1400593
20 HOUR CA-DBO SAFE COMPREHENSIVE MLO COURSE
This course satisfies the requirements set forth by the Secure and Fair Enforcement Mortgage (SAFE) Licensing Act for a comprehensive 20-hour California prelicensing course for mortgage loan originators including the 2-hour California requirement. This course covers topics required by the SAFE Act: 3 hours of Federal lending legislation, 3 hours of Ethics, 2 hours of Nontraditional Mortgage Products, 12 hours of electives on key concepts, and 2 hours of California-specific material. All course material and textbooks are included with enrollment. NMLS Course Approval #12041
HOW THE COURSE WORKS
This is a classroom equivalent course held live online via Zoom Meeting.
In order to receive credit for this course you are required to:
CRASH COURSE
We encourage you to enroll in the MLO CRASH COURSE along with your 20 HOUR COURSE. The crash course covers everything you need to know in order to pass your exam. Click here for more information about the MLO CRASH COURSE.
ENROLLMENT
Enrollment Fees:
HOW THE COURSE WORKS
This is a classroom equivalent course held live online via Zoom Meeting.
In order to receive credit for this course you are required to:
- Have a webcam and microphone for this course
- Provide a copy of your photo ID before the start of the class
- Be present (logged in) for the entire length of the course
- Adhere to the to the Rules of Conduct as specified by the NMLS
- Provide us with your NMLS ID# (Reference the NMLS Individual-Account-Quick-Guide for instructions on obtaining an NMLS ID#.)
CRASH COURSE
We encourage you to enroll in the MLO CRASH COURSE along with your 20 HOUR COURSE. The crash course covers everything you need to know in order to pass your exam. Click here for more information about the MLO CRASH COURSE.
ENROLLMENT
Enrollment Fees:
- 20 HOUR COURSE ONLY: $319 + Shipping
- 20 HOUR COURSE + MLO CRASH COURSE: $478 + Shipping ($30 Discount)
CLASS SCHEDULE
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SATURDAY - MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 27, 28
Instructed by Patrick Lee Saturday, September 26, 8:30am - 5:00pm Sunday, September 27, 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday, September 28, 5:00 - 9:00pm Too late to ship, only purchase if you can pick up course materials at Anaheim office. |
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SATURDAY - MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 11, 12
Instructed by Patrick Lee Saturday, October 10, 8:30am - 5:00pm Sunday, October 11, 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday, October 12, 5:00 - 9:00pm |
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SATURDAY - MONDAY, OCTOBER 24, 25, 26
Instructed by Patrick Lee Saturday, October 24, 8:30am - 5:00pm Sunday, October 25, 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday, October 26, 5:00 - 9:00pm |
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SATURDAY - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 8, 9
Instructed by Patrick Lee Saturday, November 7, 8:30am - 5:00pm Sunday, November 8, 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday, November 9, 5:00 - 9:00pm |
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SATURDAY - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 22, 23
Instructed by Patrick Lee Saturday, November 21, 8:30am - 5:00pm Sunday, November 22, 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday, November 23, 5:00 - 9:00pm |
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MONDAY - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Instructed by Sharon Butler Monday, 5:30 - 9:30pm Tuesday, 5:30 - 9:30pm Wednesday, 5:30 - 9:30pm Thursday, 5:30 - 9:30pm Friday, 5:30 - 9:30pm |
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SATURDAY - MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 13, 14
Instructed by Patrick Lee
Instructed by Patrick Lee
MLO LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
If you intend to originate residential loans in the U.S., you will have to comply with Federal Law. If you intend to originate residential loans in California, you will have to comply with both Federal and California State law.
If you intend to originate loans as a loan officer for an insured depository institution such as a bank, savings & loan, or credit union, you will be federally registered, but not state licensed. You will be required to obtain a unique identifier number with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) for accountability purposes, but you will not be required to pass a test or take pre-licensing education. Consult with your employer about how to proceed.
If you intend to originate residential loans in California without working for an insured depository institution, you need the educational services we provide. You will be required to obtain a unique identifier number with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) for accountability purposes If you work as a Consumer Finance Lender (CFL) or a Mortgage Banker, you will answer to the Department of Business Oversight (DBO). If you originate loans as a Mortgage Broker, or under the supervision of a Mortgage Broker, you will answer to the Department of Real Estate (DRE).
Working under the oversight of the DBO or DRE, you must complete at least 20-hours of pre-licensing education before receiving your Mortgage Loan Origination (MLO) designation. You must also pass a challenging National Test with a score of 75% or better. Click here to visit the NMLS Getting Started page for more information.
If you intend to originate loans as a loan officer for an insured depository institution such as a bank, savings & loan, or credit union, you will be federally registered, but not state licensed. You will be required to obtain a unique identifier number with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) for accountability purposes, but you will not be required to pass a test or take pre-licensing education. Consult with your employer about how to proceed.
If you intend to originate residential loans in California without working for an insured depository institution, you need the educational services we provide. You will be required to obtain a unique identifier number with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) for accountability purposes If you work as a Consumer Finance Lender (CFL) or a Mortgage Banker, you will answer to the Department of Business Oversight (DBO). If you originate loans as a Mortgage Broker, or under the supervision of a Mortgage Broker, you will answer to the Department of Real Estate (DRE).
Working under the oversight of the DBO or DRE, you must complete at least 20-hours of pre-licensing education before receiving your Mortgage Loan Origination (MLO) designation. You must also pass a challenging National Test with a score of 75% or better. Click here to visit the NMLS Getting Started page for more information.
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