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Course Descriptions

Course Descriptions

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  • Corporate Course 1
    This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the corporate world, focusing on corporate governance compliance and the structure of various business entities, including corporations, LLCs, and partnerships. You’ll gain insights into key concepts such as annual reports, naming your business, and the compliance requirements for different entities. Perfect for professionals working within the corporate sector hoping to gain a deeper understanding of the intricate dynamics of the corporate world. More details…
  • Corporate Course 2  
    Corporate Course 2 is the next step for professionals who want to deepen their understanding of complex corporate filings and sharpen their day-to-day decision-making. This advanced course goes beyond the basics, providing practical, real-world guidance on topics your team encounters every day—from mergers and domestications to reinstatements, dissolutions, and apostilles. Employees who complete Corporate Course 2 gain the knowledge and confidence needed to handle advanced filings accurately, reduce risk, and better support clients. More details…
  • Industry Background: History, Best Practices and Liability  
    This course should be an integral part of each employee’s orientation; as it serves to provide the students with a general understanding of the public records research industry, particularly as it pertains to the services provided by NPRRA member companies. More details…
  • Registered Agent Service  
    From the basics of registered agent service provision to the complexities of dealing with odd situations where the stakes may be high for the client as well as the agent, the Registered Agent Service course shows where a service that may seem simple to the casual observer actually requires astute service providers who know there is a great deal to consider when making sure this service is performed correctly and in a manner that keeps liability exposure for all parties involved in check. More details…
  • Introduction to the Uniform Commercial Code
    New to the world of UCC filings? This beginner-friendly course covers the essentials, including key concepts, UCC record types, filing locations, and basic financing statements. You’ll get a clear understanding of how UCC filings work and gain confidence in navigating records and searches. Ideal for professionals just starting in the industry and looking to build a solid foundation. More details…

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CORPORATE COURSE 1  

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the corporate world, focusing on corporate governance compliance and the structure of various business entities. You’ll gain a solid understanding of the legal and operational aspects of corporations, LLCs, and partnerships, as well as the steps necessary to establish and maintain compliance. The course is divided into six key sections:

  • Entity Types: Learn the differences between corporations, LLCs, and partnerships.
  • Formations & Foreign Qualifications: Understand how to form a business and qualify to operate in other states.
  • Compliance (Annual Reports & Registered Agent): Explore compliance requirements such as annual reports and the role of a registered agent.
  • Assumed, DBA & Fictitious Names: Discover how to use and register different business names.
  • Certificates: Review the importance of certificates of good standing and other compliance documentation.
  • Charter / Registration Retrievals: Learn how to retrieve essential business formation and registration documents.
By the end of the course, you’ll have the tools to successfully navigate corporate compliance and entity management.

CORPORATE COURSE 2  

Corporate Course 2 focuses on advanced management strategies and team dynamics. Participants will explore topics such as effective communication, conflict resolution, and performance evaluation. The course is designed to enhance leadership skills and promote a collaborative workplace culture, preparing participants to tackle challenges in a corporate environment. Activities and case studies will provide practical insights and foster interactive learning. The course is divided into seven key sections:

  • Corporate Course 1 Review & Quiz
  • Best Filing Practices
  • Apostilles, Authentications & Legalizations
  • Amendments, Restated & Corrections
  • Mergers, Conversions, Domestications & More
  • Revocation & Reinstatements
  • Dissolutions & Withdrawls
By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge and confidence needed to handle advanced filings accurately, reduce risk, and better support clients.

Industry Background: History, Best Practices and Liability  

This course should be an integral part of each employee’s orientation; as it serves to provide the students with a general understanding of the public records research industry, particularly as it pertains to the services provided by NPRRA member companies. Upon successful completion, students will leave this course with:

 

  • Knowledge of what constitutes a public record, document types, storage and access variables
  • An ability to distinguish personal property from real property
  • A working understanding of many state and federal regulations, along with NPRRA’s ‘best practices’ recommendations designed to help companies remain compliant with these government directives
  • An understanding of certain potential liabilities and how to avoid them, with particular focus on the unauthorized practice of law; these concepts are essential yet not easily instilled in those new to the industry
  • A good, functional understanding of the industry, why it is here, who it serves and the primary services provided
  • The ability to better serve the NPRRA member company with which they are employed and its clients

Registered Agent Service  

From the basics of registered agent service provision to the complexities of dealing with odd situations where the stakes may be high for the client as well as the agent, the Registered Agent Service course shows where a service that may seem simple to the casual observer actually requires astute service providers who know there is a great deal to consider when making sure this service is performed correctly and in a manner that keeps liability exposure for all parties involved in check. Provide your employees with a comprehensive understanding of essential concepts and methods right out of the gate. Learn how to be a great registered agent while avoiding the guesswork, pitfalls and wrong turns that serve to maximize liability for the novice provider. Highlights include discussions on topics such as:

 

  • What is a registered agent? What are the responsibilities?
  • What are the requirements to serve as registered agent?
  • Professional and commercial registered agents
  • Appointing, changing, resigning registered agent
  • Service of Process, what is it?
  • Accepting and/or refusing SOP
  • Dealing with anomalies and issues common to registered agents such as:
    • Can’t locate the client
    • Agent appointed without knowledge
    • Determining if the served party is in fact your client
  • Confidentiality
  • Ancillary services provided by many agents
  • and much more!

Introduction to the Uniform Commercial Code

Introduction to the Uniform Commercial Code provides a comprehensive introduction to UCC filings, searches, and the foundational principles of Article 9. Participants will gain an understanding of how UCC records function within secured transactions, the role filing offices play in maintaining public notice records, and the importance of accuracy in both filing and searching processes. The course is designed to build a strong foundation for professionals working with UCC filings, lien searches, due diligence projects, and commercial transaction support. Throughout the course, participants will explore the history and purpose of the UCC, review the different types of UCC records and amendments, and learn how filing effectiveness and lapse periods impact secured interests. The course will also cover the fundamentals of preparing and submitting filings, including debtor name requirements, collateral descriptions, filing jurisdictions, and common rejection reasons. In addition, participants will be introduced to the basics of UCC searching, including standard search logic principles, interpreting search results, and understanding certified versus uncertified searches.

The course is divided into five key sections:

  • Initial Concepts & History
  •  UCC Record Types
  •  Duration and Effectiveness
  •  Filing Basics
  •  Searching Basics

By the end of the course, participants will have a stronger understanding of UCC filing and search processes, greater confidence navigating Article 9 concepts, and the practical knowledge needed to support clients and transactions more effectively.

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