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NMLS Through CFTEA

Ready to boost your mortgage career—on your time, in your state? Whether you’re working toward your NMLS license, prepping for the big exam, or renewing your credentials, CFTEA has flexible, online mortgage education built around you. ✅ Earn your NMLS license in any state ✅ Access top-tier test prep and study tools ✅ Get state-specific continuing education to stay on track ✅ Learn when it fits your schedule—day or night From launching your career as a Mortgage Loan Officer (MLO)

Your career doesn’t grow by accident—it grows by intention.

According to LinkedIn, continuing education and certifications aren’t just résumé boosters—they’re essential tools for staying competitive, building confidence, and making yourself stand out in a fast-changing job market. That’s where CFTEA comes in. Whether you’re sharpening your skills for your current role or preparing for the one you want next, CFTEA offers real-world courses, certifications, and diplomas tailored to your career in community banking and credit unions. Stay relevant. Get noticed. Move forward with purpose. Your next opportunity could be

Your course. Your pace. Your personal guide.

At CFTEA, Guided Learning isn’t just flexible—it’s personal. When you choose a Guided Learning course, you’re never on your own. You’re paired with an assisting instructor—a subject matter expert who’s there to answer your questions, help you check your understanding, and support you every step of the way especially before submitting assignments. Meet Tammy, Andrew, Melissa, Sue, and Susan—just a few of the amazing instructors behind the scenes helping students gain confidence, clarity, and career momentum. Unlike standard self-paced learning,

College Credit, Yes, Please!

Did you know you can fast-track your college degree and save thousands by transferring up to 90 CFTEA credits directly into any program at Saint Joseph’s College of Maine? At just $116 per credit hour (textbook included), that’s a smarter, more affordable pathway. Compare that with averages across the education landscape: In‑state community college tuition averages $150 per credit without textbook for a 3‑credit course Four‑year public universities charge about $406 per credit without textbook per 3‑credit class Now consider CFTEA’s 3‑credit

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Good Supervisors Aren’t Born.

The Modern Supervisor Certificate is the real-world supervision training you wish you had sooner. Packed with content, it is designed for emerging and experienced supervisors looking to gain practical tools and confidence. Ready to be the supervisor that people actually want to follow?  Topics include: Learning to Manage Staying Focused: Handling Change and Uncertainty in the Workplace Ethics in the Workplace Behavioral Interviewing Coaching for Development Delegating for Growth Meaningful Recognition for Today’s Workforce Ongoing Performance Development Creating Psychological Safety

Taking a CFTEA Class Has Stages…

Signing up for the course Realizing you still need to buy snacks Discovering there’s a quiz Thinking you missed the deadline by 10 minutes Cursing your internet speed! Checking your grade Seeing you passed Already planning your next class Your face might say it all—but your transcript will say even more. CFTEA courses are designed to meet you where you are and help you grow with confidence, clarity, and maybe a little controlled chaos along the way. From building your

New ABA Certificate Alert: Build a Stronger CMS Foundation!

Looking to level up your compliance game? CFTEA now offers the ABA Certificate in Compliance Management System (CMS) — a powerful series of 11 self-paced microlearning courses designed for employees on the front lines and their supervisors. Whether you’re just starting out or want to strengthen your existing knowledge, this certificate helps you sharpen your compliance skills and gain the tools to build, manage, and optimize a strong CMS framework within your organization.  Practical. Flexible. Career-focused. Start building a better

Build Your Credibility, Show Your Mastery, Own Your Role.

The Certified Modern Banking Representative builds the skills and knowledge you need to thrive in a branch. Whether you are new to banking or looking to take the next step, this certification starts you on a clear career path. Stand out among your peers and show your commitment to continued education! 

If CFTEA Was A Cereal…

If CFTEA were a cereal, it’d be packed with protein… as in career protein. You know, the kind that keeps your skills sharp and your confidence strong all day long. No sugar-coated fluff here—just real learning, real credentials, and a crunch of credibility in every bite. Whether you’re building toward your General Banking Diploma or eyeing your next certification, this is the breakfast of career champions. What’s the prize inside? No toy stickers or plastic rings here—just real results you