
Start your career as a Mortgage Loan Originator with Cape School’s Path to Success
Complete our NMLS-approved online Pre-License Course
Register with the NMLS and get your unique ID #.
Enroll in and complete the 20-hr SAFE Comprehensive Instructor-Led Online Course.
Enroll in and complete the required state-specific course (if applicable). View requirements by state.
Prepare for success with our exam prep tools, FREE with your tuition
Online TestPrep exam simulator.
On-Demand Exam Prep Video. Online MLO Flashcards.
Principles of Mortgage Lending textbook.
Pass your exams and begin your new career!
Pass your 20-hr SAFE Comprehensive course exam.
Pass your required state-specific course exam.
Pass your NMLS licensing exam.
Submit your criminal background and credit check to the NMLS.
Ready to get started?
Cape School Path to Success
Your course includes the following exam prep tools,
a $346 value – all FREE with your tuition.
The Cape School Advantage
No other school offers so many additional tools to help you pass the exam, and Cape School does it at no extra charge! $346 value, all FREE!
Your purchase includes:
Our NMLS-approved 20-hour SAFE Comprehensive Principles of Mortgage Lending course satisfies the national pre-license educational requirements for mortgage loan originators as defined by the Secure and Fare Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act). Cape School’s NMLS Provider ID is #1400105.
Although this course is required for all MLOs (includes UST material), it DOES NOT cover any state-specific content requirements. Please check the NMLS state requirements page to see if state-specific content is needed. State-specific courses are available in some states.
Generate unlimited practice exams to prepare for the NMLS licensing exam. Includes over 500 national exam questions.
Provides a series of slides which are accompanied by audio explanations of all exam topics.
Over 100 of the most used terms and phrases presented in an online flashcard format. Test your knowledge and learn the terminology of mortgage lending.
Hard copy textbook covering the content of the 20-hr SAFE Comprehensive course.
Compare what we offer to other online course providers.
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20-Hour Online Courses Plus Exam Prep |
$320* | $589 | $599 | $576 |
ONLINE COURSE 20-Hour Instructor Led |
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FREE On-Demand Video | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ | ✔ |
FREE 500 Question Exam Simulator | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
FREE Online Real Estate Flashcards | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ | ✖ |
FREE Principles of Mortgage Lending Textbook | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ |
MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE | ✔ | ✖ | ✔ | ✔ |
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