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The NNA is the leading educator of Notaries in the United States, providing the most comprehensive list of training options for Notaries available anywhere. Our training courses are fully accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training — ensuring that your training meets standards recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Whether you choose a live seminar, an online course or a home study course, NNA training will help you become a confident and skilled professional.
 
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Refund Policy — In accordance with California Code of Regulations § 20800.9, a full refund will be given for California state-required courses under the following circumstances:

  • If an instructor fails to appear at the scheduled time, date or place of the approved course of study
  • If an approved course of study is delayed in starting more than 15 minutes after the scheduled time; the Notary Public applicant immediately informs the provider of his or her request for a refund; and the Notary Public applicant leaves the approved course of study before it starts
  • If the provider does not hold a current Certificate of Approval from the Secretary of State for the course of study
Live Seminar Training

Become a California Notary

Includes same-day Notary exam. This seminar satisfies California's mandatory Notary training requirement, and will provide you with the training you need to pass the state's comprehensive exam on Notary laws and procedures. Attend this one-day seminar and pass your Notary exam that same day. Select from the most extensive variety of seminar dates and locations.

Attention Legal Professionals: : Earn 3.0 CLE total credit hours (including 1.0 Ethics) upon completion of this course.

Renew as a California Notary

Includes same-day Notary exam. This seminar satisfies California's mandatory Notary training requirement, and will provide you with the training you need to pass the state's comprehensive exam on Notary laws and procedures. Attend this one-day seminar and pass your Notary exam that same day. Select from the most extensive variety of seminar dates and locations.

Attention Legal Professionals: : Earn 3.0 CLE total credit hours (including 1.0 Ethics) upon completion of this course.

Online Courses
California Required First-Time Notary Online Training
Member Price:  $99.00 / Non-Member:  $99.00
Item #: 2982
  
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How to Access Online Courses

This online training course satisfies California’s mandatory Notary training requirement, and will provide you with the training you need to pass the state’s comprehensive exam on Notary laws and procedures. Study and learn at your convenience and at your own pace. A minimum of 6 hours of study required.

Note: Upon course conclusion, please contact CPS directly to schedule your state Notary exam at 1-916-263-3520.

California Required Renewing Notary Online Training
Member Price:  $99.00 / Non-Member:  $99.00
Item #: 2983
  
System/Software Requirements
How to Access Online Courses

This online training course satisfies California’s mandatory Notary training requirement, and will provide you with the training you need to pass the state’s comprehensive exam on Notary laws and procedures. Study and learn at your convenience and at your own pace. A minimum of 3 hours of study required.

Note: Upon course conclusion, please contact CPS directly to schedule your state Notary exam at 1-916-263-3520.

CA eNotarization Training
Member Price:  $79.00 / Non-Member:  $128.00
Item #: 07167
  
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Register for the California eNotarization Training Online, and we will give you the technical expertise, education and support you need to electronically notarize in full compliance with California's Notary Public laws and administrative rules.
Escape Costly Mistakes Training Online
Member Price:  $59.00 / Non-Member:  $59.00
Item #: 2894
  
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This online training course teaches you how to prevent the common errors that can be costly to you, your employer and your signer. Notarization errors can become a serious liability. By building a foundation of the skills and detailed knowledge you will learn in this online course, questions and concerns will become a thing of the past, and you will move forward with a clear sense of confidence.
Foolproof Notary Solutions Training Online
Member Price:  $59.00 / Non-Member:  $59.00
Item #: 2892
  
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This seminar teaches you the best solutions to the most common problems and answers the most frequently asked Notarial questions. You will learn how to do the right thing — every time, with every notarization and in every solution, replacing doubts and questions with confidence and knowledge.
Survival Skills Training Online
Member Price:  $59.00 / Non-Member:  $59.00
Item #: 2888
  
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Make questions and concerns regarding notarization a thing of the past — and learn at your own pace and convenience. This online training program provides you with the intricate details of Notary law, and the useful information you need to be a prepared and professional Notary.
Certified Notary Signing Agent Program — Online Training
Member Price:  $169.00 / Non-Member:  $169.00
Item #: 07275
  
System/Software Requirements
How to Access Online Courses

With Notary Signing Agents in great demand, you'll want to acquire the expertise to take advantage of this lucrative career opportunity. With our online training program, you can learn these special skills at your own pace and convenience. Once you complete our comprehensive online training course, study the Notary Signing Agent Certification Course book (included), pass the online certification exam, and complete the background screening process, you'll become an NNA Certified Notary Signing Agent with a priority listing in the SigningAgent.com Directory.

Notaries should be aware that opportunities to conduct loan signings may be limited or restricted in some states. For more information go to NSA State Restrictions.
Home Study Courses
Notary Home Study Course
Member Price:  $36.95 / Non-Member:  $50.00
Item #: 05001
  

For the new or longtime Notary, this book covers the basics and provides easy steps for every notarial act.
Certified Notary Signing Agent Program
Member Price:  $149.00 / Non-Member:  $149.00
Item #: 07270
  

This Self-Study course provides you with the expertise to take advantage of this lucrative career opportunity. Learn these special skills at your own pace and convenience studying the Notary Signing Agent Certification Course book (included). Then, once you pass the online certification exam and complete the background screening process, you'll become an NNA Certified Notary Signing Agent with a priority listing in the SigningAgent.com Directory.

Notaries should be aware that opportunities to conduct loan signings may be limited or restricted in some states. For more information go to NSA State Restrictions.
CD-ROM & Video Courses
Notary Basics Made Easy (DVD)
Member Price:  $29.95 / Non-Member:  $50.00
Item #: 05010
  

This self-study video course makes learning the ABC’s of notarization quick and easy!

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