NMLS-Approved Pre-Licensing and Continuing Education for Mortgage Loan Originators
Since the passage of the SAFE Act and the incorporation of the NMLS, Diehl Education has provided high-quality, state-approved mortgage education for both new and experienced loan officers. With over 25 years of industry experience, our NMLS-approved trainers deliver trusted online pre-licensing and continuing education courses, backed by a 97% student satisfaction rating, that help MLOs stay compliant and succeed.
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Course Categories
Get Licensed as a mortgage loan originator
NMLS-Approved Pre-Licensing Education for New MLOs.
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sAFE MLO test prep
NMLS Test Prep to Help you Pass the SAFE MLO Test.
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Grow Your mortgage Business
Add a State License and take State-Specific Pre-Licensing Education.
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Renew Your nMLS License
NMLS-Approved Continuing Education Courses for MLOs.
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FHA TRAINING
FHA Underwriting Processing, and Origination Courses.
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VA TRAINING
VA Underwriting Processing, and Origination Course.
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USDA TRAINING
USDA Underwriting Processing, and Origination Course.
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Required Compliance Courses that are Quick and Engaging.
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How to Become a Mortgage Loan Officer
Becoming a licensed Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) comes down to a few clear steps:
Complete your NMLS-Approved Pre-Licensing Education (PE)
Every state requires at least 20 hours of NMLS-approved coursework covering federal law, ethics, and lending standards, plus any state-specific hours.
Pass the SAFE MLO Test
This national exam tests your knowledge of mortgage law, loan origination, and ethics - the same knowledge every licensed Mortgage Loan Originator needs on the job. Diehl's Prep2Pass app - backed by our Pass Promise - is built to help you pass on your first attempt.
Apply for your state license
Once you've completed your education and passed your exam, you'll file your Form MU4 through the NMLS, which includes a background check and credit review.
Maintain your license with annual Continuing Education (CE)
The SAFE Act requires at least 8 hours of NMLS-approved CE every year to stay active.
Whether you’re brand new to the mortgage industry, adding a license in a new state, renewing an existing one, or getting back in good standing after a missed deadline, Diehl Education has state-specific coursework in all 50 states to get you there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
An MLO, or Mortgage Loan Originator (also called a Mortgage Loan Officer), is a licensed professional who helps borrowers evaluate loan options and guides them through the mortgage application process. MLOs must complete NMLS-approved education, pass the SAFE MLO Test, and hold an active MLO license to originate loans.
A loan officer, also called a loan originator, typically works directly for a single lender, originating loans on that lender’s behalf. A mortgage broker works independently, connecting borrowers with loan options across multiple lenders. Both require an NMLS license and the same core pre-licensing education – the day-to-day work and employer relationship differ.
The SAFE MLO Test covers federal mortgage law, ethics, loan origination activities, and general mortgage knowledge, plus a state-specific component in most states. Prep2Pass™ is built around practice tests modeled on the real exam – score 95% or higher on three consecutive simulated tests within 3 days of your National Test, and you’re covered by our Pass Promise.
Most states require at least 8 hours of NMLS-approved CE annually — typically 3 hours of federal law, 2 hours of ethics, 2 hours of non-traditional mortgage lending, and 1 hour of elective or state-specific content. Some states require more. Renew Your NMLS License.
Your license will lapse (become expired), and you’ll need to complete Late CE before you can reinstate it. Late CE.
Yes. Diehl also offers FHA, VA, and USDA underwriting training, mortgage compliance courses, and resources to help you grow your mortgage business once you’re licensed.