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What are the 2 types of state-approved California notary classes?

In California, there are two types of state-approved notary classes:

6-Hour Notary Course:

The 6-hour notary course is required for new notary applicants, no matter how many approved notary commission terms they had before.

Renewing notaries with an expired notary commission are also required to pass the state-approved 6-hour training.
The online class covers the basics of the notary public practice, including the duties and responsibilities of a notary, as well as rules and regulations.

3-Hour Refresher Notary Course:

The 3-hour refresher notary course is required for all notaries public who apply for commission renewal before their current one has expired.

Only previously commissioned notaries public are allowed to take the 3-hour course.

During the 3-hour online class notaries public get updated on all actual changes to legislation acts, notary rules, and regulations that occurred since their last commission was issued.

Keep in mind that failure to complete the required notary education may result in the denial or delay of your notary public commission renewal. To avoid that, make sure to complete a California-approved notary course in advance!

How to get appointed as a notary public or renew your notary commission?

Our online notary public courses are suitable for both new and renewing notaries.

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Choose the state-approved California notary course you need and in the format you desire. With the necessary knowledge and skills, you can become an approved notary public. See the necessary steps you need to take after you have completed the required notary class.