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What are the education requirements to become an Insurance Agent?
You must complete 24 hours of prelicensing education credits. Of those 24 hours, you must have a minimum of 3 hours of ethics.
How long is the license term?
Licenses are issued for two-year licensing cycles.
Can I complete the program at home?
Yes. Regulations allow you to complete the mandated hours of education
at home. You will log in and log out of each session, and the computer will keep track of your total hours accumulated.
How do I know in which lines of insurance I need to be licensed?
The manager who has expressed interest in hiring you as an insurance agent knows
which lines of insurance you’ll be selling. Contact him/her to find out
which coursework you’ll need.
How do I apply for an insurance license?
Immediately after you pass your exam, you may complete and submit your application electronically via Sircon using the kiosk at the exam center. The license application fees will be paid at the kiosk using a credit card. Sircon will electronically forward your application and all fees to the Department. The option to apply using a paper application is still available but will take more time to process. You can access the paper application on the Departments website.
How do I have my fingerprint impressions taken?
You will be fingerprinted by use of live scan technology immediately after successfully completing your examination. You will also need to submit a $39 fee to the Department for processing your fingerprints.
How do I schedule my examination?
To schedule an exam date and
time, you can call Prometric toll-free at (800) 715-2418 or visit www.prometric.com. You are encouraged to reserve your exam date at least three or four business days prior.
When can I begin selling insurance?
After the Department has verified that you have passed the exam and that you have met all the standards for licensure, the Department will issue you your license. The license will list the line or lines of authority granted to you.
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