Certificate in Notary Business

You can work as a commissioned notary public in government or private practice, start a mobile notary service, join law firms or title companies, or offer remote online notarization services.

No. Anyone with a valid notary commission or who is studying to become a notary can prepare for and pass this exam.

The exam covers notary fundamentals and laws, execution of acknowledgments and jurats, identity verification and fraud prevention, journal and record-keeping practices, ethics and risk management, electronic and remote notarization, client relations, and business operations.

It is an online, proctored test featuring multiple-choice and scenario-based questions that reflect real notarial and business challenges.

You must score at least 70% to earn the certification.

The certification remains valid for three years from the date you pass the exam, aligning with most state commission renewal cycles.

Yes. You may retake the exam after a two-week waiting period.

Review the official course outline, your state’s notary public handbook, remote notarization platform guides, and practice exercises in journal entries and document verification.

Most candidates study for 3–5 weeks, spending about 5–8 hours per week on theory review and hands-on practice with notarial acts and journal entries.

It shows clients and regulators you understand both the legal and operational aspects of notarial work, helping you win trust, reduce risk, and grow a professional service.