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8-Hr. SC-BFI MLO 2026 Video CE Package
This complete video package includes all 8 hours of annual continuing education required of individuals maintaining a state-issued mortgage loan origi...
8-Hr. SC-BFI MLO 2026 CE Package
This complete package includes all 8 hours of annual continuing education required of individuals maintaining a state-issued mortgage loan originator...
7 Hour SAFE Core: 2026 Mortgage Loan Originator Video Course
This video-based online self-study course satisfies the seven hours of 2026 annual continuing education required of individuals maintaining a state-is...
1 Hour SC-BFI SAFE: 2026 South Carolina Law Review Video Course
A mortgage loan originator (MLO) licensed by the South Carolina Board of Financial Institutions (BFI) is required to complete eight total hours of con...
7 Hour SAFE Core: 2026 Mortgage Loan Originator Course
This online self-study course satisfies seven hours of 2026 annual continuing education required of individuals maintaining a state-issued mortgage lo...
1 Hour SC-BFI SAFE: 2026 South Carolina Law Review
A mortgage loan originator (MLO) licensed by the South Carolina Board of Financial Institutions (BFI) is required to complete eight total hours of con...
8-Hr. SC-BFI MLO 2025 Late CE Package
Late CE courses should only be completed by MLOs who need to complete a prior years' CE, as instructed by their state regulator. Do NOT complete a lat...
- Late CE 7 Hour SAFE Core: 2025 Mortgage Loan Originator Course
- Late CE 1 Hour SC-BFI SAFE: 2025 South Carolina Law Review Course
Late CE 7 Hour SAFE Core: 2025 Mortgage Loan Originator Course (#16509)
This online self-study course satisfies the seven hours of 2025 annual continuing education required of individuals maintaining a state-issued mortgag...
- Three hours on federal mortgage-related laws
- Two hours on ethics, fraud, and consumer protection
- Two hours on lending standards related to nontraditional mortgage products
Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Loan Originator
Follow these 4 simple steps to start your mortgage career in South Carolina
Complete Required Education
Finish Pre-Licensing Course
Finish all state-mandated pre-licensing coursework.
Submit Application
Apply to State Agency
Apply for your license through the state regulatory agency.
Pass State Exam
Complete Licensing Exam
Schedule and pass the state licensing examination.
Get Licensed
Start Your Career
Receive your official state license and start your career!
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our mortgage courses
How many CE hours does a South Carolina MLO need each year?
South Carolina requires 8 hours of NMLS-approved continuing education annually: a 7-hour SAFE Core course covering federal law, ethics, fraud and consumer protection, and nontraditional mortgage lending, plus a 1-hour South Carolina law review.
What's the difference between CE and Late CE?
CE is the standard annual renewal course completed before your license expires. Late CE covers the prior year's required course and is for MLOs who missed their original renewal deadline — you'll need to complete it before your license can be reinstated.
Can I take the CE course as a video course?
Yes. We offer both a self-paced video format and a standard online format for the 8-hour CE package, along with the individual 7-hour SAFE Core and 1-hour SC Law Review courses if you only need one component.
What happens if I don't complete my CE on time?
Your NMLS license will go into an inactive or expired status if you don't complete your required CE by the renewal deadline. You'll then need to complete Late CE for the missed year before you can reactivate or renew your license.
Is this course NMLS-approved?
Yes, all of our South Carolina MLO CE and Late CE courses are NMLS-approved and reported directly to the NMLS upon completion.