Educational Resources
This collection of guides, tips, and videos are helpful for both new and seasoned notaries. Explore and download the Notary Public Manual, get guidance on notarizing in unique circumstances, or sharpen your notary skills and knowledge.
Self-Guided Training
Self-Guided Notary Public Training, which you can take at your own pace, covers the basics of properly performing your notarial duties.
Notary Knowledge Assessment
Ready to test your knowledge? Take the Notary Knowledge Assessment! Commissioned notaries should achieve a score of at least 80%.
Quick Reference Guide
Review our Quick Reference Guide for RI Notaries Public to learn how to handle specific scenarios, what tools are required, and how to properly perform the 5 main notarial acts.
Common Notarial Errors and Consequences
Learn how to avoid committing notarial errors and what may happen if you don’t.
Governing Laws
RI notaries are governed both by statute and by Standards of Conduct.
Important Tools
Check out these additional resources to help you perform your notarial duties correctly.