Insurance Continuing Education

Posted: Tue Jan 05, 2010 12:53 am Post Subject:

I don't understand your question.

Continuing Education is a requirement to maintain your insurance license. These requirements are at a state level and differ across the country.

Posted: Tue Jan 05, 2010 06:24 am Post Subject:

In order to retain certain professional licenses, you may need to obtain CE credits which would enable you to pursue additional courses or obtain further certifications. These post-secondary certifications are mandated by the state laws. You may obtain such credits online. One of the popular ways of obtaining such credits is to go through distance learning programs with some accredited schools.

Posted: Wed Jan 06, 2010 06:03 am Post Subject:

Check if your state approves online tests - then you don't need to waste your time attending seminars. If you'd order your CE courses online, you'll obtain quick access to your course materials. Once you pass the tests you'll obtain certificates immediately.

Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2010 05:46 am Post Subject:

In order to be sure of the quality of an insurance course you'll need to test it's sample. Make sure that it satisfies the regulatory norms and reflects the necessary features. Try and involve your compliance consultant in this process. Once you'd visit a couple of CE providers at the industry conferences, you'll gain a fair knowledge of the courses and their applications.

Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2010 07:26 am Post Subject:

Hmmm sounds pretty complex....we are talking about CE here aren't we? You know the on-line open book (open pdf) tests that we all have to do to keep our licenses that make our states insurance departments feel good. I personally have never gotten anything out of a CE course (except sessions at industry conferences that just happen to give CE). Just go to Kaplin or ADBanker and pay your $50 and take your tests. I still don't understand the OPs question.

Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2010 03:03 pm Post Subject:

Or, you could just develop a relationship with some Wholsalers, or brokerage directors at some of the GA shops around town. They usually have a CE course or two offered throughout the year for free.

Posted: Fri Jan 08, 2010 05:36 am Post Subject:

I guess the OP is seeking information on how to obtain CE credit.

They usually have a CE course or two offered throughout the year for free.

Posted: Fri Jan 08, 2010 06:00 am Post Subject:

Normally the quality is better then the on-line stuff. Your local shops want your business so they will try to add more content....stuff that is actually useful. Also you can stick around after and have the instructor answer your questions.

Posted: Sat Jan 09, 2010 05:24 am Post Subject:

Hey Marpol, I'm sure the local shops would add more quality content that might help develop your business. So is it gonnabe $50 for all those like ADBanker or Kaplin? Or is it that the fees may vary?

Posted: Sat Jan 09, 2010 05:40 am Post Subject:

Most local shops will give them for free to draw agents. More then likely your local NAIFA chapter will also have free (or discounted) CE for their local members.

Kaplin and ADbanker (there are lots more out there...these just came to mind) also offer on-line CE courses (if they are available in your state). I don't know the exact price, but I do know you can get on-line CE courses for between $1-$2 per credit hour.

I have also seen carriers offer free CE in local areas....check with your local shop or with your Wholesaler. When I here about free CE and Training from carriers I will try to post it here.