EDUCATION
Educating Our Current & Future Election Leadership
The field of Election Administration is continually evolving due to advancements in technology, methodologies, and processes. The Ohio Association of Election Officials plays a vital role in promoting education and professional growth for both our newly appointed Election Officials and those with years of experience in the industry.
If you have questions or need help with the OREO program, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page and a member of the Education Committee will respond as soon as they can.
UPCOMING CLASSES
**ATTENTION ALL REGISTRANTS: Starting with the classes scheduled in December 2025, OAEO will be billing your county for registrations after the classes have taken place. You will receive one, complete invoice for any and all class registrations for any classes taken for the month of December and then another for the month of January.**
OREO PROGRAM
OHIO REGISTERED ELECTION OFFICIAL (OREO) CERTIFICATION
The Ohio Association of Election Officials recognizes the significance of ongoing education for all Ohio Election Officials to enhance their skills and remain at the forefront of election administration. In collaboration with The Ohio State University, they established the Registered Election Official program specifically for Ohio Election Officials.
CERTIFICATION DETAILS
ELIGIBILITY: Directors, Deputy Directors, Staff Members, and Board Members of all 88 County Boards of Elections in Ohio
COST: $115.00 due per class taken, 8 required to graduate
CONTINUING CERTIFICATION: 1 Graduate-Level Course must be taken at least once every 3 years to maintain certification
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
LEARN MORE FROM OUR PARTNER
The Ohio Association of Election Officials has partnered with The Ohio State University John Glenn College of Public Affairs in the facilitation of our Ohio Registered Election Official (OREO) Program. To learn more about the specific classes and curriculum and much more, please click on the link below.
TRACK YOUR OREO CLASS PROGRESS