Notary Public

Notary stamp/seal with inkpad in front of gavel

Notary Public

Course Code: SEF-NOTARY

Our Notary Public training will help you become certified by studying the history, laws, forms, qualifications, and procedures relevant to the duties of a notary. You’ll be able to take the state exam, which is administered in class.

For more information about North Carolina Notary Public, visit the NC Department of the Secretary of State.

Additional Info

  • Required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition, ISBN 9781560118510, available in the college bookstore. Please read before class.
  • Qualifications to be a Notary Public
  • Recommended: Notary Public Journal, ISBN 9781453685945, available from the college bookstore. Call 252-638-7259 for hours and available stock.
  • No refunds will be issued for Notary Public classes.

Warning: A counterfeit Notary Public Manual is being sold online. You can purchase the NC Secretary of State’s authorized edition online at the UNC School of Government or in person at the campus bookstore.

Available Classes

Course Register Dates Price
In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which is available in our store. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 04/13/24 9a - 5p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which is available in our store. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 05/04/24 9a - 5p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which is available in our store. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 06/08/24 9a - 5p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which is available in our store. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time and location:

06/24/24 - 06/26/24
Mon, Wed 6p - 9:30p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which is available in our store. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 07/13/24 9a - 5p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which is available in our store. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 08/10/24 9a - 5p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which is available in our store. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 09/07/24 9a - 5p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which is available in our store. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time and location:

09/23/24 - 09/25/24
Mon, Wed 6p - 9:30p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which is available in our store. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 10/05/24 9a - 5p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

In this class you will learn how to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. The instructor will review general provisions and standards, commissioning, notarial acts - powers and limitations, fees, signature and seal, certificate forms, changes in status, and enforcement - sanctions and remedies. During the class, you will learn notary timelines and tips, complete the Application for Initial Appointment as a North Carolina Notary Public, and take the State Notary Public Examination. In advance of the class, purchase and read the required textbook: North Carolina Notary Public Manual - 2016 Edition which is available in our store. There are no refunds for this class unless cancelled by Craven Community College.
Meeting time:

Sat 11/02/24 9a - 5p
BSH, Room 00102
Main Campus
800 College Ct, New Bern NC 28562

Contact Information

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New Bern Campus
252-638-7248

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