In brief, what are the NMLS education and testing requirements?
Applicants are required to: • Pass a standardized national examination. • Pass a standardized state examination. • Complete 20 hours of pre-license course curriculum. • Complete 8 hours of continuing education course curriculum each calendar year. NOTE: NMLS continuing education won’t be required until at least 2010 for mortgage loan originators licensed under the NMLS. See below for additional information. See below for more detailed information about the above requirements. Some exceptions apply.