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Ohio Notary Services, in partnership with the Ohio Land Title Association (OLTA), offers training and certification for Notary Signing Agents in Ohio.
What Is a Notary Closer or Notary Signing Agent?
A Notary Signing Agent (NSA) — also known as a Notary Closer — is specially trained to notarize loan documents for real estate transactions. Notary Signing Agents work with the new homeowner to ensure all necessary papers have been signed and notarized so the buyer can take ownership of the home. Title companies, lenders, and signing services must meet strict regulatory standards, and they expect their notaries to comply.
REQUIRED: Ohio Notary Public Commission
Before becoming an Ohio Notary Signing Agent or Notary Closer, you must first become a Notary Public in Ohio. Already a Notary? Jump straight to certification!
If you have yet to be commissioned as an Ohio Notary Public, follow these five steps:
- Get a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check.
- Create an account and choose the appropriate notary class online testing option.
- Complete the course, pass the test, and become an Ohio Notary Public. We'll provide you with a certificate to submit to the Secretary of State.
- Submit your application to the Ohio Secretary of State's website.
- Purchase your supplies at the Ohio Notary Store (use Code "Free" for free standard shipping on supplies).
Why Get Certified?
- Enhance Your Resume – Stand out with official closing agent certification
- Grow Your Income – Certified Notary Signing Agents in Ohio earn a median salary of $37,639/year
- Expand Your Network – Work with title companies, lenders, and closing services across Ohio
- Trusted Training – Ohio Land Title Association (OLTA) ensures you meet strict regulatory standards
How to Become a Certified Notary Signing Agent in Ohio
- Create an Ohio Land Title Association account. If you are not an OLTA member, you may become one or simply create an account as a Non-Member. OLTA Members receive a $200 discount on certificate programs.
- Sign in to your OLTA account.
- Register for the Notary Closer Certification course.
- Use the code “Notary50” to receive a $50 discount.
- Complete the training to receive your certification and become a Notary Signing Agent in Ohio.
What Does the Notary Closer Certification Program Include?
OLTA Academy offers on-demand webinar courses designed for people with a background in title insurance and settlement services. They are not for entry level training. These certifications have been designed to enhance the knowledge and understanding of the concepts that the learner has already been exposed to in their daily work and to award a certificate as evidence of industry-standard comprehension.
The Notary Closer Certification course includes:
- 6 Hours of Video Courses
- 78-Page Guide with 10 Chapters
- 10 Comprehension Tests
- Approximately 7 hours to complete
- 9 Presenters
- OLTA Member Price: $295 (Non-Members: $495)
These courses can be taken 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Video courses are accessible from your computer or mobile device. Watch all the video segments for each class and complete the quizzes after each segment to receive your certificate. Certificates must be completed within 12 months from purchase.
Still Have Questions?
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