Florida DFS Instructors Application Changes
The process for accrediting Florida instructors has changed. Instructors now need to be “registered” in Florida instead of going through an application and qualification process. Unfortunately, the registration process does still require the submission of SSN’s and DOB and basic demographic information. Once submitted, the instructor will be issued a an instructor ID number from […]
Top 9 Certifications for Risk Management Professionals
We have collaborated with LegalNet to highlight the top Risk Management certifications. Find out more HERE
Tennessee Certified Work Comp Adjuster Program
The TN Bureau of Workers’ Compensation wants to ensure that injured workers return to their health and to their jobs as quickly as possible. To help meet these goals, an Adjuster Certification Program was developed to educate adjusters about the requirements of Tennessee’s workers’ compensation laws, rules and regulations. The purpose of this program is two-fold: assure […]
Colorado Supreme Court Ending Reciprocity for CLE Reporting
Colorado currently has reciprocity with any mandatory CLE state. The CO Supreme Course office policy on reciprocity will end this year. After December 31, 2018, they will not allow attorneys to report credits through reciprocity, unless they were completed by December 31, 2018. Beginning January 1, 2019, all CLE credits being reported must be for programs […]
Texas DOI Increases Course Completion Fee
Starting October 1, 2018, the Texas DOI will increase it’s course completion submission fee from $0.75 to $0.78 per credit hour per person. Ref: Texas Administrative Code: §19.1014 ( c ) Question for DOI: Complete this online form.
New Oklahoma Flood Requirement
Insurance professionals in Oklahoma will soon be required to expand their knowledge on flood insurance. Beginning January 1, 2019, the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) will require at least 1 hour of continuing education on flood coverage. All resident agents, CSRs and adjusters with a Property line of authority will be required to complete 1 hour […]
New Mobile App from NIPR for Producers
NIPR – NIPR has launched a new mobile app for insurance professionals which will allow access to licensing information on mobile devices. Future versions of the app will allow insurance professionals the ability to renew licenses. It is available on the Apple App Store, or Google Play Store. https://www.nipr.com/news/180615_nipr_launches_new_mobile_app.htm
Alabama Extends License Renewal Time
Alabama – Section 4 of Insurance Regulation No. 110 [Rule 482-1-110-.04], which sets forth the procedures for renewal of licenses for producers and service representatives, was amended to extend the time within which licensees can renew a license from 75 days to 90 days prior to license expiration. The amendments are effective January 1, 2019, […]
CE Carryover for Michigan Producers
With the implementation of PA 67 of 2017, Michigan Producers and Solicitors whose licensed require CE have the potential to carry over hours from the current review period to the next review period. Carryover takes effect 7/1/2018 for Producers and Solicitors with 7/1/2018 CE review date and later. If a licensee completes additional CE hours […]
CEU Institute and AAWCP form strategic partnership.
The CEU Institute (www.ceuinstitute.net) and the American Academy of Workers’ Compensation Physicians (www.wcdoctors.com), two of the industry’s premier organizations facilitating training and continuing education events specific to professionals in the Workers’ Compensation field, have agreed to work together to offer their respective members additional value, including bringing AAWCP members in to provide Workers’ Compensation In-Services […]