Quick Start Guide

Step 1: Get your NMLS Number

To begin your mortgage licensing journey, create your personal account through the Nationwide Multi-state Licensing System (NMLS). Visit

https://www.statemortgageregistry.com

Click “Log into NMLS” → “Request an Account.” Select Individual as your account type, complete the form with your legal information, and verify your email

to receive your unique NMLS ID number. You’ll use this ID to register for pre-licensing education, schedule your SAFE MLO exam, and apply for your state license.

Step 2: Complete your 20 Hours of Pre-licensing Education

Once you’ve created your NMLS account and received your NMLS ID number, your next step is to complete 20 hours of NMLS-approved pre-licensing education.

You can register for the required course at

https://mortgageeducators.com/orm

You’ll find a special 60%-off coupon available directly on the page.

After completing your coursework, you’ll be eligible to schedule the national SAFE MLO exam and continue your licensing process.

Step 3: Schedule and Study for the NMLS SAFE Exam

After you’ve completed your required state and federal education hours, log back into your NMLS account to schedule your national SAFE MLO exam through the official NMLS testing portal. From there, you can choose your exam date and begin studying to prepare for licensing success.

Study using the below video. Make sure you understand everything in the video

Optional: Step 4: Take Practice Test until you can get 90%

Test your knowledge retention with a practice test before you take your real test.

There are several test prep programs online. We recommend https://mortgageeducators.com/test-prep

Step 5: Take NMLS SAFE National Exam and get 75% or better

Step 6: Onboarding and Sponsorship

Next Step: Schedule your appointment using the link below to get sponsored and onboarded into the program. This step connects you directly with our team to finalize your registration, confirm your NMLS sponsorship, and begin the official onboarding process.