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6-Hour California Notary Course
For first-time California notary applicants. 25 modules and 143 lessons you can finish at your own pace.
$44.99one-time
- 25 modules, 143 short video lessons
- Written notes with every lesson
- Lessons unlock in order so you never miss a step
- Certificate of Completion when you finish
- 60 days of access, on your phone, tablet or computer
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Course outline
What you'll learn
25 modules, 143 lessons. Open a module to see its lessons.
Module 1Introduction3 lessons
- Course Introduction
- Course Materials
- The First Line of Defense Against Fraud
Module 2Application and Appointment12 lessons
- Eligibility for Appointment
- Course of Study Requirement
- Course of Study Requirement (cont.)
- Examination Requirement
- Background Check Requirement
- Background Check Requirement (cont.)
- Fingerprint Requirement
- Most Common Disqualifying Convictions
- Why Are Background Checks Necessary?
- Application
- Application (cont.)
- Is the Application Public or Private?
Module 3Commission6 lessons
- Term of Office
- Geographic Jurisdiction
- Geographic Jurisdiction (cont.)
- Bond
- Bond (cont.)
- Public Employee Notaries Public
Module 4Managing a Commission7 lessons
- Filing the Oath and Bond
- Filing the Oath and Bond (cont.)
- The Notary Public Oath
- Address Change
- Name Change
- Responding to Written Requests of the California Secretary of State
- Agreements with Private Employers
Module 5The Notarial Journal10 lessons
- Notary Public Journal
- One Active Journal
- Securing the Journal
- Sequential Recording of Official Acts
- Copying and Inspection of Journal
- Surrender, Loss or Destruction of Journal
- Recording Journal Entry
- Journaling
- Protect Yourself
- Common Journal Mistakes
Module 6The Notary Public Seal9 lessons
- Seal
- Seal (cont.)
- Form of Seal
- Obtaining a Seal
- Securing the Seal
- Use of the Seal
- Lost or Damaged Seal; Destroying Seal
- The Use of a Notary Public Seal
- Your Seal, Your Responsibility
Module 7Notary Public Acts8 lessons
- The Acts
- Examine Document
- Examine Document (cont.)
- Verify Identity of the Signer
- Identification Documents
- Oath or Affirmation of a Single Credible Witness
- Oath or Affirmation of Two Credible Witnesses
- Identification
Module 8Acknowledgments9 lessons
- Acknowledgments
- Acknowledgments (cont.)
- Examine for Completeness (Acknowledgments)
- Confirm Identity of Signer and Acknowledgment of Signature
- Journal Entry (Acknowledgments)
- Sample Journal Entries
- Certificate of Acknowledgment
- Penalties
- Acknowledgment Tips
Module 9Jurats9 lessons
- Jurats
- Jurats (cont.)
- Examine for Completeness (Jurats)
- Confirm Identity
- Administer Oath or Affirmation and Witness Signature
- Journal Entry (Jurats)
- Notarial Certificate for a Jurat
- Jurats for Documents with Birthdates and Age
- Jurat Tips
Module 10Proof of Execution by a Subscribing Witness7 lessons
- Proof of Execution by a Subscribing Witness
- Examine for Completeness (Proof of Execution by a Subscribing Witness)
- Confirm the Identity of the Credible Witness
- Administer the Oaths or Affirmations
- Journal Entry (Proof of Execution by a Subscribing Witness)
- Proof of Execution Certificate
- Review (Proof of Execution by a Subscribing Witness)
Module 11Signature by Mark2 lessons
- Signature by Mark
- Review (Signature by Mark)
Module 12Certifying Copies4 lessons
- Certifying Copies
- Certifying Copies (cont.)
- Certificate
- Journal Entry (Certifying Copies)
Module 13Immigration Documents4 lessons
- Immigration Documents
- I-9 Federal Employment Verification Form
- No Notario Publico
- Review (Immigration Documents)
Module 14Protests1 lesson
- Protests
Module 15Confidential Marriages1 lesson
- Confidential Marriages
Module 16Depositions1 lesson
- Depositions
Module 17Fees5 lessons
- Fees
- Maximum Fees Allowed
- Required Fees
- When Fees Cannot Be Charged
- Review (Fees)
Module 18Misconduct6 lessons
- Disciplinary Guidelines
- Misconduct
- Conflict of Interest
- Conflict of Interest (cont.)
- Giving Legal Advice or Practicing Law
- Giving Legal Advice or Practicing Law (cont.)
Module 19Reasons for Commission Revocation or Suspension, or Application Denial2 lessons
- Reasons for Commission Revocation or Suspension, or Application Denial
- Review (Reasons for Commission Revocation or Suspension, or Application Denial)
Module 20Civil Penalties3 lessons
- $1,500 Penalties
- $750 Penalties
- Other Substantial Civil Penalties
Module 21Felonies or Possible Felonies6 lessons
- Frauds Relating to Deed of Trust; Single-Family Residence
- Unlawful Acts by One Not a Notary Public; Deeds of Trust on Single-Family Residences
- Filing False or Forged Documents Relating to Single-Family Residences; False Statements to Notary Public
- Forgery; Signatures or Seals; Corruption of Records
- Perjury
- Conviction
Module 22Misdemeanors or Possible Misdemeanors6 lessons
- Failure to Deliver Records to County Clerk
- Destruction, Defacement or Concealment of Records or Papers
- Improper Notarial Acts, Solicitation, Coercion or Influence of Performance
- Willful Failure to Perform Duty Relating to Official Journal or Control Notarial Seal
- False Certificate or Writing by Officer
- Unlawful Practice of Law
Module 23Infractions by Notaries Public2 lessons
- Infractions by Notaries Public
- Infractions by Notaries Public (cont.)
Module 24Common Concerns and Questions13 lessons
- Common Mistakes
- No Longer a Notary Public?
- Incomplete Documents
- Electronic Notarizations
- No Notarial Acts Via Webcam
- Correcting a Notarial Act
- Protect Your Journal and Seal
- No Loose Certificates
- Deer and Bear Tags
- Improper Notarial Acts
- Notarizations
- Application Process
- Managing Your Commission
Module 25Application Checklist7 lessons
- Complete Approved Education
- Register for the Exam
- Take the Exam
- Submit Fingerprints via Live Scan
- Await Commission Packet
- Purchase Notary Public Materials
- File Notary Public Oath & Bond
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