Mortgage Agent Level 1 Course

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What you’ll learnBased on the textbook Mortgage Brokering in Ontario – Agent Edition by REMIC founder Joseph White, this course features 23 chapters covering every critical aspect of the mortgage process.

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Course Summary:

  • Course Length: 47 hours (estimated)
  • Course Delivery: In-class, live webcast, online or mixed mode (in-class and online)
  • Final Examination: 3 hours (in-person, when reinstated or online proctored)
  • Enrolment Period: one week up to 6 months
Choose the Course Format That Fits Your Lifestyle

Whether you prefer learning at your own pace, want the energy of a live class, or thrive in a traditional classroom setting, REMIC offers flexible formats to suit your needs:

Online Course

The Online Course is perfect for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility. Study when and where it suits you best.

  • Choose between a hard copy or digital PDF textbook
  • Includes instant online access with quizzes, assignments, video tutorials
  • Exam preparation guide and practice exam included
  • Support from a dedicated online instructor
Live Webcast Course

Prefer live instruction without leaving home? The Live Webcast Course brings the classroom to you—interactive and real-time.

  • Classes run from 10 AM – 4 PM, fully online
  • Includes a hard copy textbook and full digital access
  • Interact with instructors and get immediate answers
  • Access exam prep tools and practice exams online
In-Class Course

Designed for learners who value face-to-face interaction in a structured classroom environment.

  • Held at our physical location from 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Includes a hard copy textbook and full online access
  • Comes with exam preparation materials
  • Includes the final exam and one free rewrite (fees may apply)
For Course Enrollment

Open to everyone. Recommended: high school education or equivalent skills in English/French and math.

For Licensing (FSRAO Requirements)

  • 18+ years of age
  • Resident of Canada
  • Ontario mailing address (no P.O. box)
  • Authorized and working with a single Mortgage Brokerage
  • Meet education requirements
  • Valid email address

Course Length: 47 hours (estimated)
📝Final Examination: 3 hours (Online using our Online Proctored Exam partner)
🌍Language: English
💻Course Delivery: Online
📆Enrolment Period: One week up to 6 months

Course content:
Chapter 1: Market Overview Chapter 13: Application Analysis – Application Ratios
Chapter 2: Basic Mortgage Concepts Chapter 14: Application Analysis – Borrower Credit
Chapter 3: Advanced Mortgage Concepts Chapter 15: Application Analysis – The Property
Chapter 4: Property Ownership in Ontario Chapter 16: Choosing the Lender
Chapter 5: Regulation and Legislation Chapter 17: Submitting the Application
Chapter 6: Transaction Overview Chapter 18: Borrower Disclosure
Chapter 7: Insurance in the Mortgage Industry Chapter 19: Closing the Transaction
Chapter 8: Calculating a Mortgage Payment Chapter 20: Contract Law
Chapter 9: Attracting a Client Chapter 21: Mortgage Remedies
Chapter 10: First Contact Chapter 22: Mortgage Fraud
Chapter 11: The Initial Consultation Chapter 23: Ethics and Mortgage Brokering
Chapter 12: Application Analysis – Borrower Documents Final Case Study

The RMAC Final Exam can be completed through our Online Proctoring Service any time before your course expiration date, although we recommend booking the exam at least 7 days before that date. RMAC provides you with all of the material you need to prepare for the exam, including an exam preparation quiz that based on previous exams. Once your exam is completed, the review process takes up to 3 days. If you pass the exam, you’ll then get access to your certificate!

  • Format: Online Proctored or In-Person (Toronto)
  • Length: 3 hours
  • Type: Multiple Choice (case study-based questions included)
  • Attempts: 2 (1st free, 2nd via paid online or free in-person)
  • Passing Grade: 60% (30/50)
  • Certificate: Issued within 3 business days post-exam

2025 Mortgage Agent Course Options

Online Course

Work at your own pace and finish fully online with up to 6 months access.

  • Self-paced online study
  • Direct message with instructor
  • Online exam prep
  • Printed textbook +$70 (Save $30)
  • + All online resources
$358 CAD
Live Webcast

Choose between a 5 day Mon-Fri class, 5 Sundays class or 4 weeks of weeknights class.

  • Live, scheduled webinar class
  • Live interaction with your instructor
  • Live online exam prep session
  • Printed textbook +$70 (Save $30)
  • + All online resources

$365 CAD

IN-Class Course

Choose any 5 day Mon-Fri class.

  • In-person classes
  • In-person instructor interaction
  • In-person exam prep session
  • Printed textbook ($100 value, pickup in-class)
  • + All online resources
$358 CAD

All Access +

Choose between a 5 day Mon-Fri class, 5 Sundays class or 4 weeks of weeknights class.

  • In-person classes
  • In-person instructor interaction
  • In-person exam prep session
  • Printed textbook ($100 value, pickup in-class)
  • + All online resources

$998 CAD

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Popular FAQs

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In depth questions regarding the use of the T2202A form in the tax preparation process should be directed to Revenue Canada. Tax guides are available from any Revenue Canada office or a Post Office. Revenue Canada also publishes a booklet called “Students & Income Tax” – Government form P105(E).

Official receipts for income tax purposes covering tuition fees paid for qualifying courses taken during the preceding calendar year are available in late February. In accordance with Revenue Canada regulations, official receipts (T2202A Forms) are only issued for tuition fees totalling $100.00 or more. Materials and administrative fees are not eligible for tax deduction.

You have 3 hours to complete the exam.

The final exam consists of 50 multiple choice questions, many based on case studies that are designed to test your knowledge and understanding of the course material as required by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA).

Exams can now be completed fully online. If you are doing the course online and within the GTA, REMIC hosts examinations at our head office training facility at Sheppard and Victoria Park. Students can schedule exams through the portal.

If writing in person in the GTA you will have access to your final mark online the same day as you wrote your examination. If writing at a College or University we will typically advise you within 24 hours as we request that the College or University fax your exam to us immediately as well as courier your original exam to us. If writing online your results is typically available within 3 business days.

Once you have been notified that you have passed the course you will be required to log in to the online section of the course and complete our feedback. You will then be able to print your certificate of completion and save it electronically.

You must bring your photo ID (either a driver’s license or valid passport) and one additional piece of valid identification, , a pen or pencil and your calculator. No other aids are allowed during the exam.

REMIC gives you access to an Exam Review Report that details the section and topics from the textbook that you missed. If you fail the exam you may request to review it at a time convenient to both yourself and REMIC (due to current restrictions the exam review is not available at this time). Please refer to our Policies and Procedures Manual for additional information.

If you fail the exam you can arrange a rewrite exam at the next available exam date. If you fail the rewrite you must re-enroll in the course, paying the full tuition. This is a FSRA requirement.

REMIC does not publicize these statistics as they have no impact on your individual results and in publicizing these types of statistics a student may put more or less work into the course than required based on his or her perception.

The course is valid for 2 years from the time you pass your exam. If you do not obtain a mortgage agent license within this time you must retake the course.

No, however they are designed to help you understand the material and will greatly increase your chances of passing the final exam. While your final grade is based solely on the final exam, it is strongly recommended that you complete all assigned tasks in the course.

Once you have passed the course you must then be hired by a licensed mortgage brokerage that will initiate the licensing process on your behalf. This is a Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) requirement.

Yes, there is a mandatory course that you will need to take before you are able to renew your license. You can find more info on the CE for mortgage agents and brokers by clicking here.

Yes, the REMIC Mortgage Agent Course (RMAC) is approved by FSRA and meets the educational requirements to obtain a mortgage agent license in Ontario.

A broker and agent both ‘broker’ mortgages, however a broker may also hire agents and be the principal broker of a brokerage (equivalent to the Chief Compliance Officer). A broker does not necessarily earn more on a mortgage transaction than an agent. In addition, a broker must have been a licensed agent, level 2 for at least two years, take and pass the broker course for licensing, and be approved by FSRA to upgrade his or her license from an agent to a broker.

Once you have passed the course you will have the option to create a free account in the REMIC Job Bank. The Job Bank allows you to view job postings from brokerages across Ontario. Like a typical job bank, mortgage brokerages will also have access to your resume and cover letter (should you include them), allowing them to contact you directly and setup an interview. REMIC will provide you information and resources that will assist you in the interview process; understanding the procedures and knowing the right questions are vital when choosing a brokerage to join as a mortgage agent. This is a completely free service for all previous REMIC RMAC students.

Once you have passed the course you will have the option to create a free account in the REMIC Job Bank. The Job Bank allows you to view job postings from brokerages across Ontario. Like a typical job bank, mortgage brokerages will also have access to your resume and cover letter (should you include them), allowing them to contact you directly and setup an interview. REMIC will provide you information and resources that will assist you in the interview process; understanding the procedures and knowing the right questions are vital when choosing a brokerage to join as a mortgage agent. This is a completely free service for all previous REMIC RMAC students.

Registration is easy. Simply go to remic.ca/mortgage-agent-course and follow the instructions using our secure online payment system. You can also register in person at our head office training facility at 2175 Sheppard Ave East Suite 307 North York, ON, M2J1W8 (Business hours are Mon-Fri, 9AM – 5PM). We accept Visa, Mastercard, debit or cash.

You will receive an online login immediately following your registration that gives you access to an electronic version of the textbook, whether you are doing the course in-class or online. This way you can get started in the course right away! REMIC will also ship you a hard copy of the textbook within 2 business days.

The cost ranges from $338 to $385 (includes printed textbook, shipping, online delivery, and the final exam).

No, the course is available to anyone, however it is recommended that you have at least a high school education with equivalent English or French language and math skills.

Whether you register for an in-class or online course you will have immediate access to the online information. This includes a soft copy of the textbook, audio-backed video tutorials, assignments, discussions, a case study and a full exam prep guide and practice exam. REMIC will also ship you a hard copy of the textbook within 2 business days. All registrations are subject to REMIC’s acceptance policy. Any students not accepted will have their registration fee fully refunded.

A student who wishes to withdraw from RMAC may do so by completing the request to withdrawal form and submitting it to REMIC. Please click here to open the Student Academic Policy which includes the withdrawal form. Upon receipt the request will be processed based on the following schedule: After registration but before the examination AND within 30 days of registration: 100% refund MINUS a $150 withdrawal fee. During or after the examination or after 30 days after registration: No credit and No refund.

Yes, during your enrollment you can withdraw and transfer the course to someone else. However, this is not authorized if you have already attempted the final exam. There is a $100 fee to do this.

A student who wishes to withdraw from RMAC may do so by completing the request to withdrawal form and submitting it to REMIC. Please click here to open the Student Academic Policy which includes the withdrawal form. Upon receipt the request will be processed based on the following schedule: After registration but before the examination AND within 30 days of registration: 100% refund MINUS a $150 withdrawal fee. During or after the examination or after 30 days after registration: No credit and No refund.

This depends on your learning skills. While some take longer others learn and understand the material more quickly. The course is designed to be completed in 47 hours, which includes online exercises, tutorials, assignments, tests, and reading. We suggest that you set aside at least this amount of time to complete the course.

Only qualified, experienced industry experts are used to teach the course, which was developed by veteran industry expert and REMIC President, Joseph J. White who is also the author of the textbook.

No, the course is designed for those with basic computing skills, however the course contains rich, interactive content designed to engage you.

Of course! Your Professor, an industry professional, is there to help, Monday to Friday during regular business hours.

No, we are here to help! Your online course has a dedicated Professor who will interact with you, answering your questions and helping you along the way, when you need it. In addition, you are able to communicate with your fellow students in the course via chat message and open discussions.

Yes, complete the course in as little as 1 week or up to 6 months.

REMIC offers the REMIC Mortgage Agent Course (RMAC) in house to several brokerages, based on the brokerage meeting certain quality control and professional standards. The course is taught by a REMIC Professor and standard exam security is employed regardless of the location of the course. There is no difference in the course cost, content and/or exam, regardless of where it is delivered. A brokerage may charge an additional fee to the student for additional services it provides before or after the course.