The course was interesting and helpful, although the required time for some of the sections is much too generous. This version is written more carefully and thoughtfully than earlier versions. The in-... See more
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While a lot of the material is repetitive a lot of it is worth reviewing. The only negative thing I would say about it is the amount of time that it takes to complete the course. There is no other par... See more
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I took away one star because of the targeted advertising at the end. You SHOULD NOT give those other insurance companies access to our information, or at least make investigating them optional. This i... See more
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The platform was user friendly and monitored your progress and activity on the site (in a good way). It assured that you were engaged with the content by being interactive or watching videos. I though... See more
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- #18 of 18 best companies in Driving School
- #10 of 10 best companies in Drivers License Training School
- #125 of 142 best companies in Educational Institution
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New York Safety Council provides 100% online driver safety courses, including defensive driving and driver education approved by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYS DMV). We make it simple for learners to meet licensing requirements, reduce points from their driving record and save on car insurance.
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313 West Main Street, 12953, Malone, United States
- 877-689-0674
- newyorksafetycouncil.com
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The platform was user friendly and informative
The platform was user friendly and monitored your progress and activity on the site (in a good way). It assured that you were engaged with the content by being interactive or watching videos. I thought the course was informative because I learned things that I did not learn in driving school as a teenager. I would recommend this course to a new driver as well as a refresher for adults that have been driving for years. The only recommendation I have for the safety council is to consider updating the video content and materials to address new technology advances such as EVs and GPS.
June 25, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Kandice, thank you so much! We put a lot of work into making our platform intuitive and easy to navigate, so it's always great to hear that it's working well. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience — see you next time!
It is good to review this every 3…
It is good to review this every 3 years, plus the savings on your insurance.
July 2, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Nick, thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're so glad your experience with us was a positive one. Your feedback is truly appreciated and motivates our entire team to keep delivering the best we can. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Easy to follow and useful material.
June 25, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Anthony, thank you so much! We put a lot of work into making our platform intuitive and easy to navigate, so it's always great to hear that it's working well. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience — see you next time!
The information was presented in an…
The information was presented in an easy to retain format in relation to the testing process.
June 10, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Norman, thank you for your review! We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again.
Great Course
The course was clear informative and easy to understand. The tests on each module were fair not complicated and easy to pass if you paid attention to the courses. When a technical problem arose I was able to chat with a live rep and got helped immediatly. Best of all it was definitly worth the minimal cost to get a discount on my insurance rate.
June 25, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Abraham, congratulations — passing on the first try is a real achievement! All that preparation clearly paid off, and we're proud we could be a part of that journey. Best of luck with everything ahead, and thank you for the kind review!
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Hi Lori, thank you for the kind review! Simplicity and clarity are things we work really hard on — we want every student to feel confident and capable from start to finish. We appreciate the feedback and look forward to serving you again!
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Hi Gina, thank you so much! We put a lot of work into making our platform intuitive and easy to navigate, so it's always great to hear that it's working well. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience — see you next time!
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Maria, thank you for the great review! The ability to complete your training online from the comfort of home is one of our favorite things to offer — no commute, no scheduling conflicts. We're glad it worked so well for your lifestyle. We look forward to having you back!
Certificate from course was not immediately available.
Certificate from course was not immediately available. It has been several weeks now and I still do no have it. I was unable to get the discount on my insurance because of it and I paid for the class on top of that. A refund would be appreciated.
June 8, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi there, thank you for reaching out. We wanted to let you know that certificates must be mailed out — we are not permitted to provide digital copies as this is a state requirement. We have sent you an email to confirm your mailing address so we can get your certificate sent out to you as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience!
Setup with the biometrics was…
Setup with the biometrics was complicated and finicky, and delayed initiation of the course.
July 15, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi William, thank you for your honest feedback. We're truly sorry your experience didn't meet expectations — we take this seriously. Our team is reviewing your comments and will work to address these concerns. We appreciate you letting us know.
Very informative and easy to follow and…
Very informative, easy to follow and well organized
July 2, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Kimberley, thank you so much! We put a lot of care into making our course content both informative and easy to understand, so it's wonderful to hear that it came through. We appreciate you sharing your experience and look forward to seeing you in another course!
I used this program three years ago and…
I used this program three years ago and I was surprised at what a good experience I had.
This time around it was the same, maybe better.
The option to do it at home and to stop and start whenever you needed to made it very convenient.
July 1, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Colleen, thank you so much for your continued loyalty — it truly means everything to us! Knowing that you keep coming back year after year is the greatest compliment we can receive. We're committed to earning your trust every time. See you next renewal!
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July 22, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Prema, thank you for your review! We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again.
Easy to navigate
June 17, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Renee, thank you so much! We put a lot of work into making our platform intuitive and easy to navigate, so it's always great to hear that it's working well. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience — see you next time!
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Mariaestrella, thank you so much! We put a lot of care into making our course content both informative and easy to understand, so it's wonderful to hear that it came through. We appreciate you sharing your experience and look forward to seeing you in another course!
It didn’t work
It didn’t work. I had a problem the first day and I contacted you and you wouldn’t give me your money back, so I’m definitely not recommending you to anyone ever. I took it somewhere else and it was working and easy to use. This was my worst user experience.
July 22, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi there, thank you for your patience. Your refund has been processed — please allow 3–5 business days for it to appear in your bank account. Please note that timing may vary depending on your financial institution and any processing delays on their end. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this caused.
The material was informative but in the beginning there were statements made making it uncomfortable. I was more concerned about being able to continue than I was about answering questions.
The material was informative but in the beginning I was more concerned by not being able to continue or having to start over or not finishing in time etc. This based on some of the statements made.
July 15, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Cm, thank you for the 5-star review! Ensuring your continuing education credits are submitted accurately and on time is one of our top priorities, so it's great to hear everything went smoothly. We appreciate your trust and look forward to supporting your next renewal!
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Micheal, thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're so glad your experience with us was a positive one. Your feedback is truly appreciated and motivates our entire team to keep delivering the best we can. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Robert, thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're so glad your experience with us was a positive one. Your feedback is truly appreciated and motivates our entire team to keep delivering the best we can. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Too Much Time Required
While a lot of the material is repetitive a lot of it is worth reviewing. The only negative thing I would say about it is the amount of time that it takes to complete the course. There is no other part of the qualifying stage (learner’s permit, driving test) that requires this much effort. So I think it’s WAY TOO MUCH time.
July 8, 2026
Reply from New York Safety Council
Hi Brian, thank you so much! We put a lot of care into making our course content both informative and easy to understand, so it's wonderful to hear that it came through. We appreciate you sharing your experience and look forward to seeing you in another course!
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