Notary Public Education

Are you interested in becoming commissioned as a notary public? You can do it at Cape Fear with our notary classes! Topics include legal, ethical, and procedural requirements of the Notary Act as described in N.C. General Statutes.

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Requirements for Becoming a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina

• Must be at least 18 years of age or legally emancipated.
• A clear copy/photo of your valid photo ID.
• Your Social Security Number.
• Must reside or have a regular place of work or business in North Carolina.
• Must reside legally in the United States.
• Be able to speak, read and write the English language.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass the Notary Public course, consisting of 8 hours, with a score of at least 80%. Licensed members of North Carolina State bar are exempt.
• Purchase and keep the 2016 North Carolina Notary Public Manual.
• You must not have been convicted of a felony in North Carolina, or a felony in any state that is considered as a felony in North Carolina.
• Have you ever been convicted by any court of a felony or misdemeanor? Call the Secretary of State before taking this class at (919) 814-5400.
• Have you been charged with an offense for which trial is still pending? Call the Secretary of State before taking this class at (919) 814-5400.
• Submit an application containing no significant misstatement or omission of fact.
• NO REFUNDS will be given from CFCC, in the event you do not qualify to become a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina, and you choose to take this class anyway.