How do I register for a class? Call the phone number listed

How much does the class cost? The loan Notary courses are $90.00, plus a $10.00 material fee. The loan signing courses are $80.00, plus a $10.00 material fee.

How soon can I begin notarizing documents? You can begin notarizing documents when you receive your commission (takes about 3 to 6 weeks after the exam), file a bond and oath of office with the county recorders office and purchase your Notary supplies.

How much money can I make as a loan signer? Loan Signing Agents make anywhere from $45.00 to $250 and up – per signing.

What are the requirements to become a notary? You must be at least 18 years of age, be a legal resident of the State of California, take a notary class (approved by the State), pass the state exam and pass a background check.

How long is the State exam? The State exam is administered at the end of the Notary course, while the information is still fresh. The exam is 50 minutes with 30 multiple-choice questions. Passing is 70% or higher.

How soon will I get the results? Exam results are available online at notary.cps.ca.gov 7-10 business days after taking the exam. If you have never registered for or taken the exam, you will not have a system assigned password. If you access you notary.cps.ca.gov before taking the exam or immediately after the exam, you can input your personal information and choose your own password. If you have questions or difficulty, please contact 916-263-3520, Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

What percentage do I need in order to pass the State exam? You need a score of 70% or higher.

What is a notary public? A notary public is a civil servant commissioned by theState of California authorized to authenticate signatures and administer oaths.

Why become a notary public? You will be more valuable to your employer. Notary public is a great source of secondary income since they are needed in Real State, Banking, Law and other professions.

What must I bring to the live seminar? Driver’s license or passport, check or money order for $40.00 (no cash) payable to the Secretary of state (for the State exam), material fee for course materials and 2 - # 2 pencils.

Is your class approved by the Secretary of State? Yes, we are approved by the State. Our vendor number is 600222.

Will I receive “proof of completion”? Yes, you will receive it at the end of class.

Is the exam given the same day? Yes, the exam is given at the end of the seminar.

What is your company's pass rate? Our passing rate is 95%. Courses are informal, comprehensive and interactive. It involves a culmination of lectures, handouts, scenarios, and class participation. Our instructors are highly trained and committed to providing you the best training possible to successfully pass the notary public examination.

I am already a notary. Is this course required to renew my commission? All persons being appointed, no matter how many commission terms that person has held in the past, are required to take the initial six-hour course of study (Effective July 1, 2005).

I need to renew my commission, how early can I take the course and exam before my renewal date? You can take the six-hour course as early as 6 months prior to your commission expiring.

Does it make a difference if I arrive late to the seminar? Yes, it does! According to State requirement student must complete 6 hours of instructions.