Insurance Certificate
Program Number:
901621
Certificate
About
According to the insurance industry, there is a lack of educational programs in Wisconsin geared toward a quick and easy method to prepare students for employment in the insurance arena.
To address this need, this Insurance Certificate utilizes accelerated learning to provide students with a basic understanding of the insurance industry and its products to enable entrance into the insurance workforce.
The certificate includes 10 credits of core insurance courses and 6 elective credits from either the Property and Casualty or Life and Health areas to enable specialization for a total of 16 credits.
This series of courses is a great addition for those who already have earned a bachelor's degree and would like a specific focus in insurance. Students who have experience in a different industry and are interested in a career change will find this program is an efficient and effective method to gaining insurance knowledge. Current or returning students with an associate degree will also find this certificate an efficient pathway into the insurance industry.
Many of the courses also qualify for continuing education credits for licensed intermediaries in Wisconsin. Students searching for continuing education credits or who are working towards one of the designation programs mentioned will find these certificate courses very beneficial.
Admissions
Certificate Eligibility
To earn a certificate, you need to apply for admission. A grade of C or better is required in each course to award the certificate. No more than 50% of the certificate credits may be through advanced standing.
Online Certificate Application
Create an ApplyWeb account and follow the instructions to complete the Online Certificate Application. Submit the $15 non-refundable fee (payable by credit card, debit card or electronic check) with your application. Applicants may submit more than one certificate application per term using the Online Certificate Application; the same fees apply for each additional application.
Paper Certificate Application
You can request a paper application from the Enrollment Center at (608) 246-6210. Submit the $15 non-refundable fee (payable by check or money order) with your application. Effective January 1, 2011, the non-refundable paper certificate application fee will be $20. Please note: using a paper application can delay the processing of your admission application additional two weeks.
**Please see the Additional Information tab for current course offerings.**
Financial Aid Eligibility
Certificates are not eligible for financial aid.
Employment
Career Potential:
- Customer Service
- Claims Assistant
- Underwriting Assistant
- Sales
With additional education and/or experience, graduates may find employment as an:
- Underwriter
- Claims Adjuster
- Account Manager
Additional Info
Program Instructor: Martha Lester-Mittenzwei
MLester-Mittenzwei[at] matcmadison [dot] edu
Typical Course Offerings
3 Credit Courses
Assessing & Managing Risk (ARM 54) - Truax and West Campus
Learn how to make business decisions that have a positive impact on your organization’s bottom line.
Commercial Insurance (AAI 82) - Truax and West Campus
A comprehensive study of policy language, contracts and coverages for commercial property & casualty insurance.
2 Credit Courses
Principles of Life/Health/Annuities (LOMA 280) - Truax and West Campus
Understand the contracts, concepts, and options ofLife, Health, and Disability Insurance.
Introduction to Claims (AIC 33) - Truax and West Campus
Study the claims process, factors that influence outcomes, fraud, and good faith/bad faith.
Technology in Insurance Environment (AIT 132) - Truax Campus
Learn the importance, types, and protection of electronic data in an insurance environment.
1 Credit Courses – These are offered on-line
These courses meet the state’s requirements for pre-licensing education and provide the student with a foundation to prepare for the state licensing exams. An in classroom exam is required upon course completion.
Insurance Pre-Licensing Property - 162 1-162110 Class # 32971
Insurance Pre-Licensing Casualty - 162 10162111 Class# 32973
Insurance Pre-Licensing Life - 162 10162109 Class# 32975
Insurance Pre-Licensing Health - 162 10162108 Class# 32977
Questions? Contact: mlester-mittenz[at] matcmadison [dot] edu or call (608) 243-5417
To check your Continuing Education Credits visit Sircon.com
There are scholarships available for current students! For more information, please contact Martha Lester-Mittenzwei at (608) 243-5417.
Last Modified: December 23, 2011