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Notary Public Education – Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania State-Approved
- 100% Online
- Self-paced
- Certificate of Completion
- About 3 hours
- 3-hour approved course
$39.00
Pennsylvania 3-hour notary course for appointment and reappointment.
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Description
The Pennsylvania Notary Public Education course delivers the state-approved 3-hour training required for both initial appointment and reappointment as a Pennsylvania notary. Notary education and approval are administered by the Pennsylvania Department of State.
This online, self-paced course covers your duties and powers, proper notarial acts, identification of signers, recordkeeping and fees, prohibited acts, and electronic notarization. Whether you are commissioning for the first time or renewing, the course keeps you current with Pennsylvania notary law.
Finish on any device and download your certificate of completion to include with your Pennsylvania notary application.
What you'll learn
- The duties, powers, and ethics of a Pennsylvania notary public
- How to perform acknowledgments, jurats, and verifications correctly
- Identifying signers and preventing fraud
- Recordkeeping (journal), fees, and prohibited acts
- Electronic notarization in Pennsylvania
- How to complete and submit your notary application
Who it's for
Pennsylvanians applying for an initial notary commission or reappointment who must complete the approved 3-hour course.
| State / Jurisdiction | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|
| Approving agency | Pennsylvania Department of State |
| Delivery | 100% Online |
| Format | Self-paced |
| Estimated duration | About 3 hours |
| CE credit / hours | 3-hour approved course |
| Level | Beginner |
| Language | English |
| Prerequisites | Pennsylvania notary applicants (initial or reappointment) |
Requirement details
Pennsylvania requires a state-approved 3-hour notary education course for both initial appointment and reappointment, including electronic notarization. A certificate of completion is submitted with your application. Commissions are valid for four years.
Final approval, licensing, and acceptance of any certificate are determined solely by the applicable state agency. Requirements can change; verify current rules with the agency before enrolling.
Frequently asked questions
Is this course required for reappointment too?
Yes. Pennsylvania requires the approved 3-hour course for both initial appointment and reappointment.
Does it cover electronic notarization?
Yes. The course includes electronic notarization under Pennsylvania law.
How long is a Pennsylvania notary commission?
Pennsylvania notary commissions are valid for four years.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. You receive a certificate of completion to include with your notary application.
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