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Registration Drive Training

Individuals or organizations requesting 25 or more Voter Registration Applications from the Virginia Department of Elections (ELECT) or local voter registration offices must register and complete ELECT certified training. Certification expires each year on June 30 and can be renewed by completing training annually, on or after July 1st.

Get Certified - Here's How!

1. Complete Training  (choose one):

A.  Online Training -  Voter Registration Drive Training (rev 7/1/24)

Click the link above to begin a self-paced, online course - available any time, at your convenience!

B. Training Workshop:

Dates for 2025 live, virtual, instructor-led training sessions will be announced later this year.

No pre-registration is required. 

To attend a virtual session, click this link at the designated date/time:  Click HERE to attend!

(For help launching WebEx, click here)    

C. Other Options:

2. Submit Affidavit (online, after training):

Click here:  Voter Registration Drive Sworn Affidavit & Application Request

Please note: Current certifications expire on June 30th. You can renew your certification by completing training annually, on or after July 1st.

3. See Your Certification Status:

List of Certified Individuals and Organizations  (last modified: 05/8/2025)

To find a name:  Use "CRTL F" or "Command F" (Please allow 24 hours for names to post).

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