 | The Certified Loan Officer (CLO) Specialist Designation creates a recognizable and meaningful seal of quality for residential loan officers. The designation, which is certain to become the nationally recognized certification for residential loan officers, shows the industry and consumers alike that the holder is a dedicated and knowledgeable professional.
The curriculum for this designation is progressive and comprised of three levels.
All levels of this designation are now available. Use the navigation on the right to learn more or register.
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Candidate Profile
- Individuals with four or more years experience in originating residential mortgage loans.
- Individuals who have completed the Loan Officer Achievement Certificate (CLO Level I) and Professional Certificate (CLO Level II).
State Licensing Continuing Education
Originators and brokers can satisfy state continuing education requirements while earning this designation. More than half the required courses also fulfill licensing requirements in many states. Learn more about CampusMBA's Continuing Education opportunities.
CLO Learning Path
The Loan Officer Specialist Designation is the third and final level (Level III) in the Certified Loan Officer (CLO) learning path.
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| | Achievement Certificate
| Professional Certificate
| Specialist Designation
| Professional Designation
| Master Designation
| | Loan Officer
(CLO Level I)
| Loan Officer
(CLO Level II)
| Certified Loan Officer (CLO)
| Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB)
| Master CMB
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Specialist Designation Requirements
| Experience Level: | Four or more years industry experience is recommended before enrolling in the CLO Specialist Designation program. | | Prerequisites: | Successful completion of the Loan Officer Achievement Certificate (CLO Level I) and Professional Certificate (CLO Level II). | | Education Requirement: | Yes | | Participation Requirement: | No | | Written Exam: | Yes | | Oral Exam: | No | | Continuing Education: | Yes, every two years. |
The Process
1. Enroll in the CLO Specialist Designation program. You can enroll online, or via mail, or fax.
Registration Fee
MBA Member: $300
Nonmember: $400
Online Registration
CLO Designation Enrollment
All levels of this designation are now available. Use the navigation on the right to learn more or register.
Fax, Mail, or Express Mail Registration
Download the PDF Designation Enrollment Form to register by fax, mail, or express mail. Fax to (202) 721-0194.
The cost of courses is not included in the enrollment fee. Certificate and designation enrollments fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
2. Complete the coursework. All courses for the CLO Specialist Designation are Web or Print-based. Complete the following five Web-based (WB) or Print-based (PB) courses:
Exam Fee
MBA Member: $150
Nonmember: $300
Online Registration
CLO Exam
Fax, Mail, or Express Mail Registration
Download the PDF Designation Test Enrollment Form to register by fax, mail, or express mail. Fax to (202) 721-0194.
4. Complete continuing education. A Certified Loan Officer must complete five points of continuing education every two years. Continuing education can be earned by successfully completing one of the applicable CampusMBA course. Prior to the end of the two-year period, designees must complete the CLO Continuing Education Reporting Form and submit it with a $100 re-accreditation fee. The Next Step
 | If you have been in the business five or more years, consider becoming a Commercial or Residential Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB) designee.
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