This course delves into the essential practice of ballot reconciliation, a critical process in election management that ensures the number of ballots cast aligns with the number of eligible voters who received vote credit. You will learn how to design effective reconciliation forms, troubleshoot common issues, and validate election results with confidence. We will cover key reconciliation activities for both in-person and mail-in ballots, emphasizing the importance of accuracy, transparency, and thorough documentation.

By the end of this course, you will have the tools and knowledge to implement robust reconciliation procedures that maintain public trust and uphold the integrity of the election process.

Encouraged Foundational Course

Before enrolling in this course, we recommend completing Introduction to Ballot Management.

Ballot Management Series

This course is part of the Ballot Management series. The courses in this series include:

• Introduction to Ballot Management
• Ballot Organization: Everything in Its Place
• Ballot Accounting: Perfecting Inventory Management
• Ballot Chain of Custody: Evidence of a Secure Process

This course should take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

If you encounter any technical issues or have questions about course content, please reach out to support@electionlearninglab.com.