What is the I-PIRP/ADM Program? 
I - PIRP / ADM is an acronym for the Internet Point & Insurance Reduction Program / Alternate Delivery Method. This program permits approved sponsors to provide Defensive Driving / Accident Prevention courses via the Internet or other alternate delivery methods, such as DVD or digital cable. 

Who offers the I-PIRP courses? 
You must be sure any course you take for point and insurance reduction in New York State is a course approved by the NY State DMV. See the list of DMV approved sponsors for I - PIRP courses [1]. 

Do I receive point and insurance reduction if I take an I-PIRP course? 
Yes. When you complete an I - PIRP course , you receive the same benefits as when you complete a classroom PIRP course. You can reduce your driver violation point total by a maximum of four points , and you can save ten percent on your auto liability and collision insurance premiums. 

How long does it take to complete an I-PIRP course? 
The I - PIRP course requires a minimum of 320 minutes of instruction time. The instruction time does not include the time required to register, validate your identity and your participation, or to download and take any tests. The course site has controls to ensure you meet all the requirements and you have at least 320 minutes of instruction. 

How does the I-PIRP course compare to the classroom course? 
Both the classroom PIRP course and the I - PIRP course have very similar content and information , and both courses include 320 minutes of instruction. The classroom course is given in one daytime session or two evening sessions. You can take the I - PIRP course from home, at a convenient time for you. You must complete the I - PIRP course within 30 days of the date you register for the course. You can take the I - PIRP course at your own speed within the 30-day period. 

Can I log off and continue an I-PIRP course at a later time or use different computers for separate course sessions? 
Yes. You can complete the 

user: what happens if my online PIRP didn't happen?

assistant: Was the sponsor unable to hold the course or any part of it?

user: no, I don't know what really happened just wanted a refund

user: do all online PIRP classes cost the same?

assistant: The cost is set by the course sponsor and it could vary from one course to another course.

user: how soon after we finish a class do we get the proof that we took the class?

assistant: The sponsor will mail the course completion certificate to you. Please note, that an email copy of the certificate is not valid and will not be accepted by your insurance company. 

user: can I do the classes through DVD?

assistant: Yes, you will need a DVD player and a television, or a computer that plays DVDs.

user: are the online PIRPS any different from the on location PIRPS?

assistant: They both have very similar content and information, and both courses include 320 minutes of instruction. The classroom course is given in one daytime session or two evening sessions, you can take the I-PIRP course from home at a convenient time for you.

user: what kind of tests or quizzes do you get for the online classes and how do you know the real person is doing the exams?

assistant: In addition to knowledge tests about course content, there will be questions to help verify your identity and participation in the course.