North Carolina, this is how you get licensed
Become a Mortgage Loan Originator in North Carolina with Aceable
Trusted Mortgage Pre-Licensing Education
- Flexible Learning Options
- Confidently Prepare for the NMLS SAFE Exam
- Get Licensed Through the North Carolina Office of the Commissioner of Banks (NCCOB)
Choose Your North Carolina Pre-Licensing Course
Already have your national? Grab the 4-hour North Carolina law.
Need it all? The 24-hour bundle gets you license-ready.
North Carolina Pre-License Course
4-Hour North Carolina Law Only
Online self-study format. Takes 4 hours to complete.
Note: Basic package is only for students who've already completed the 20-hour national requirement.
National + North Carolina Basic
20-Hour National + 4-Hour NC Pre-License Course
Includes 20-Hour SAFE/NC State Course with live, online webinar.
†, or 4 interest-free payments of $101.75 with 
†† National + North Carolina Premium
20-Hour National + 4-Hour NC Pre-License Course
Includes the Basic package plus PREP-to-PASS MLO exam prep.
†, or 4 interest-free payments of $103.75 with †† 4-Hour North Carolina Pre-License Education
Online Self-Study Format
Study at your own pace
Meets NC State-Specific Requirement
Satisfies North Carolina state licensing requirements. NMLS Course ID: 18954
Streamlined Course Design
Straightforward content built to keep you moving
20-Hour National Pre-License Education
20-Hour SAFE/NC National Course
Includes the required national pre-licensing education. NMLS Course ID: 4435
Live, Instructor-Led Webinar
Schedule webinars after enrolling with weekday morning and evening sessions
20-Hour SAFE Test Prep
Includes PREP-to-PASS National 20-Hour exam prep with targeted practice exams and instant grading.
State Only
National + State Basic
State + National Premium
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How to Get Your Mortgage License in North Carolina
1. Get your NMLS account
Create your account and get your NMLS ID number. It follows you through education, testing, and licensing.
2. Complete 24 hours of pre-license education
That's the 20 hour SAFE national course plus 4 hours of North Carolina statutes and rules.
3. Pass the SAFE MLO test
One national exam with uniform state content. Our courses are built to get you exam ready.
4. Authorize your background check and credit report
NCCOB reviews both as part of your application.
5. Apply through NMLS
Submit your Individual Form (MU4) and fees. NCCOB reviews and issues your North Carolina MLO license.
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