| This continuing education course has been created with your busy lifestyle in mind. With help from technology and the community college network, you can access the Insurance Representative Certificate program online and complete most of the courses from your computer. You can attend Tarrant County College from any city through the online Virtual College of Texas. At the end of the program you will be ready to take the Texas General Lines Property and Casualty
license exam.
Join a profitable and stable industry
Insurance is an essential part of life. Almost all aspects of your world require some type of protection from financial loss. Because insurance is so important, the insurance industry has evolved into a strong and profitable employment option requiring the service of millions of educated, talented and motivated men and women. It offers exceptional career opportunities to those who enjoy diverse challenges and interactions among a variety of businesses and individuals.
Insurance employers are looking for people from all backgrounds to enter the insurance industry. At a time when employment options are limited, you can get into an industry that is practically recession-proof with endless possibilities. And, you don't need a four--year degree
to do it.
The insurance industry offers:
- meaningful work where your expertise will help families or businesses prepare for the unexpected
- a stable career with room for growth since insurance will always be in demand
- attractive compensation in a growing, lucrative industry
Job opportunities
Most people enter the insurance industry in the service area, working for an insurance company or an agency. But that's just the beginning. The career track in the insurance industry is long and broad, offering a variety of jobs with both large and small companies.
The Insurance Representative Certificate can lay the foundation for a successful career.
- SALES (PRODUCER)
- CUSTOMER SERVICE (Account Manager)
- ACTUARY
- AGENCY MANAGER
- AGENCY OWNER
- AGENT/BROKER
- CLAIMS ADJUSTER
- CUSTOMER SERVICE TEAM LEADER
- FIELD REPRESENTATIVE
- LOSS CONTROL SPECIALIST
- RISK MANAGER
- SALES MANAGER
- UNDERWRITER
For job descriptions, visit the Independent Insurance Agents of Texas Web site:
iiat.org > Career Center
Enter the Insurance workforce
Many careers in the insurance industry require a license from the Texas Department of Insurance. To fully prepare you for the Texas General Lines Property and Casualty license exam and to provide you the groundwork to establish your knowledge in insurance, Tarrant County College has created the Insurance Representative Certificate (IRC) program.
How long does it take to complete the program?
The Insurance Representative Certificate (IRC) is a self-study, self-paced program. Going through the process end-to-end should take 18 months, but the flexibility allows for individuals to complete the courses at their own pace.
Upon completion of the Insurance Representative Certificate (IRC) program you will have:
- Completed the review course and be ready to sit for the Texas General Lines Property and Casualty license exam.
- Completed the requisite Office Career Program courses to enhance office skills.
- Demonstrated your commitment to becoming a qualified and productive member of the insurance industry.
Program Breakdown and Structure |
| The program consists of four insurance courses and four office skills courses. You may be able to test out of the office courses or take them at your local community college. Costs could vary by location. |
Curriculum |
| COURSE |
TITLE |
HOURS |
| INSR 1009 |
INS 21 Property/Liability Insurance Principles |
24 |
| INSR 1005 |
INS 22 Personal Insurance |
24 |
| INSR 1001 |
INS 23 Commercial Insurance |
24 |
| INSR 1017 |
Insurance Customer Service Representative |
24 |
| POFT 1024 |
Word Beginning
(Student may test out of this course.) |
20 |
| ITSW 1022 |
Excel Beginning
(Student may test out of this course.) |
20 |
| POFT 1003 |
Customer Service/Telephone Skills |
16 |
| POFT 1093 |
Office Procedures |
30 |
| TOTAL |
|
182 |
Certificate Costs
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Is financial aid or tuition reimbursement available? |
| As you can see, the cost for the entire program plus the cost to take the exam is less than most semesters at a four-year institution. |
Tarrant County College payment plan
- Tarrant County College offers a payment plan that divides tuition over four payments. Visit TCC's Web site for more details:
Tuition Assistance
- Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG):
- The Department of Disability and Rehabilitative Services:
|
| Items |
Cost |
|
| Program Courses |
$ 1,111 |
|
| Books (approx.) |
$ 270 |
|
| General Lines Property & Casualty Exam |
$ 70 |
|
| Fingerprints |
$ 9.95 |
|
| Criminal Background Check |
$ 34.25 |
|
| TOTAL EXPENSE |
$ 1,495.20 |
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