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Get ready to become a certified California Notary Public with our comprehensive online training course. In this course, you’ll gain the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in your notary public role and serve your community with confidence and competence.
The first step in becoming a notary is completing the California State Approved Notary Course provided by Notary Public Association to receive your proof of completion certificate.
Once you receive your Proof of Completion certificate you will need to pass the state administered exam with a score of 70% or higher. You can take this exam as many times as necessary to pass.
You must complete and submit an application to the Secretary of State, which includes disclosing any arrests or convictions. You must also submit a 2″ x 2″ color passport photo.
You must purchase a $15,000 surety bond to protect the public from potential mistakes or misconduct. The bond must be filed with the county clerk’s office in the county where you are located.
Once you have received your notary commission you must take an oath of office and file it along with your bond in the county clerk’s office within 30 days of the commission being issued.
Our comprehensive 6-hour course is fully online, allowing you to study at your own pace and on your schedule.
This state approved course covers everything required to confidently and successfully perform notary duties in the state of California.
The Notary Public California Certificate of Completion proves you completed the required 6-hour notary education course. This certificate is essential for acquiring your notary commission in California.
This certification is the first step to becoming a notary and will allow you to take the state administered exam.
Most Frequent Questions and Answers
To enroll, you must be at least 18 years old, a legal resident of California, and have no felony convictions within 10 years.
You can see more about eligibility requirements as well as the steps to becoming a notary on our article Necessary Requirements to Become a Notary.
To successfully complete your California Notary Training and receive your Certificate of Completion, you are required to spend 6 hours on the course material. However, you can work at your own pace and complete it over a period that suits your schedule.
The course covers all essential aspects of notary public duties in California, including legal requirements, document notarization procedures, and ethics.
Every section of the course is designed to give you the confidence you need to perform your notarial duties in all situations.
Yes, our course is available online, allowing you to access the material from the comfort of your own home or office.
You can access the course on all devices giving you the freedom to complete your required 6 hours of study time at your own pace.
No, all the necessary materials are provided as part of the course. You will need a computer or device with internet access to access the online course.
Yes, there is an official California Notary Exam that you will take through the state after completing our course. We prepare you thoroughly to ensure you have the knowledge and confidence to pass this exam and receive your California Notary Certificate.
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