Notary Public

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Notary Public course?

It is a New York notary exam-preparation course covering notarial duties, state law, oaths and affirmations, acknowledgments, signer identification, certificates, records, ethics, terminology, and exam procedures.

What is the course code?

The course code shown on the page is NP.

Does the course prepare students for the New York Notary Public examination?

Yes. The page describes preparation for the New York State Notary Public examination. IDI does not administer the state commission, and course completion is not the same as passing the state exam or receiving a commission.

What notarial acts are discussed?

The listed content includes administering oaths and affirmations, taking acknowledgments, verifying signers and signatures, understanding certificates and forms, handling documents, and maintaining ethical compliance.

Does the course cover New York Notary Public Law?

Yes. New York Notary Public Law, legal terminology, duties, restrictions, conflicts of interest, improper practices, ethical standards, and professional conduct are listed.

Will I learn identification and recordkeeping procedures?

Yes. The curriculum lists signer identification and verification, recordkeeping, journal maintenance, certificates, forms, document handling, and professional practices.

How long is the course?

The schedule shows one-day morning, afternoon, and weekend formats, plus a two-evening format. Confirm the exact date, instructional hours, and seat availability with IDI.

How much does the IDI course cost?

The payment accordion currently displays a total course cost of $499 and says training, books, and supplies are included. Confirm current tuition, inclusions, added fees, payment terms, cancellation terms, and refunds with IDI.

Are New York State exam and application fees included?

The supplied page does not clearly state that government examination, application, commission, county, or other state fees are included. Confirm with IDI and review the current New York Department of State fee schedule.

What are IDI's admission requirements?

The page states that students must be at least 18, present valid government-issued photo identification, and provide a high school diploma or equivalency credential, or pass the school entrance examination. These school admissions requirements are distinct from state commissioning requirements.

What does New York require to become commissioned?

The New York Department of State publishes the controlling requirements. Its current guidance includes the applicable examination, application and fee, and New York residency or a New York office or place of business, with specified exam exemptions. Applicants should verify all current rules directly with the Department of State.

Does completing this course make me a New York Notary Public?

No. Completing an exam-preparation course does not itself pass the state examination, approve an application, create a commission, or authorize notarial acts.

Does the course guarantee that I will pass the state exam?

No. Training can support preparation, but IDI cannot guarantee an examination score, application approval, commission, renewal, employment, income, or professional outcome.

Where can I verify official New York requirements?

Use the New York Department of State Notary Public pages for current eligibility rules, fees, examination information, applications, law, updates, and official guidance.

How should I confirm the current class schedule?

Contact IDI to verify the class date, delivery format, section, instructional hours, seat availability, tuition, included materials, attendance rules, and refund terms before enrolling.