Election Administrator Certification and Training
The Rhode Island Election Administrator Certification and Training program was started in 2025 jointly by the Board of Elections and the Department of State's Elections Division to provide standardization and uniformity in the administration of voter registration and the conduct of elections throughout the state.
The certification program includes training on best practices, state laws, rules and regulations, and policies to provide clear instruction on uniform procedures and practices that election officials must follow.
The program strives to continue providing Rhode Islanders with safe and secure elections.
Training Overview:
All election administrators in Rhode Island are strongly encouraged to complete the certification and training program. Trainings are provided by the Board of Elections and Department of State.
To earn certification, Rhode Island election administrators must complete a series of classes and successfully complete the corresponding assessments covering all aspects of elections.
Curriculum
Topics covered under this certification include but are not limited to:
- Overview of the roles of election administrators
- Open meetings
- Public records requests and retention
- Rhode Island election law
- Voter registration
- Mail ballots
- Provisional voting
- Signature verification
- Election equipment use and maintenance
- Cybersecurity practices