Boost Retention and Expertise: Ohio State University Offers Certification Program for Election Officials

COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the 2022 presidential and congressional elections draw closer, the role of election officials is under scrutiny. To help officials stay informed about the constantly evolving election law and technology landscape, The Ohio State University’s John Glenn College of Public Affairs, in partnership with the Ohio Association of Election Officials (OAEO), offers the Ohio Registered Election Official Certification program. According to Aaron Ockerman, executive director of OAEO, many election officials have been leaving the profession in recent years due to increased scrutiny and the complex nature of their jobs. The certification program … Read more