California Insurance Licensing State RequirementsOn this page, you will find all of the state-specific information for Insurance Licensing in the state of California. This information pertains to resident license applicants. For additional information for resident licensing, or for non-resident license information, please refer to the California Department of Insurance website at http://www.insurance.ca.gov. Information is subject to change, and we will do our very best to make the process of completing your licensing education requirements as simple as possible. Show
California Department of InsuranceProducer Licensing Bureau How to Get Your California Insurance License1. Complete an Insurance Prelicensing CourseCalifornia requires those seeking an insurance license to complete prelicensing before taking the state licensing exam. Prelicensing courses with Kaplan give you the best chance to pass—our pass rates are among the highest in the industry. Prelicensing Education Hour Requirements
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Ethics and California Insurance Code need not be repeated by those applying for more than one license. Online Course Requirements
Prelicensing Education Exemptions Applicants who hold one or more of the following designations or certifications are exempt from prelicensing education requirements for the indicated line of authority:
Note: Even if exempt from the prelicensing requirements of the above-indicated line(s) of authority, applicants must still complete the 12-hour Ethics and California Insurance Code course. 2. Pass Your California Licensing ExamAfter completing your prelicensing course, you must pass a state licensing exam. Kaplan’s Prelicensing Content is based directly on the California licensing exams, so you will be prepared to pass the first time. Certificate of Completion Requirements
Exam Provider: PSI License applicants who are required to take a license examination have the option to take a remote online proctored examination for all insurance licensing examinations. Remote testing will provide more flexibility to insurance license candidates, particularly in light of existing COVID-19 social distancing requirements and local public health orders. To schedule a license examination or if you need additional information about PSI’s license examinations including the exact specifications required to take a remote online examination, please contact PSI at www.psiexams.com or by telephone at (833) 518-7456.
Frequently Asked Questions About the California Licensing Exam After completing my prelicensing, how should I prepare for exam day? Exam Registration:
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4. Apply for California Insurance LicenseOnce you have passed your state licensing exam, you are ready to apply for an insurance license. To fill out an online license application, please select the following link and follow the instructions: License Application You will be assigned an NPN. This unique identifier is assigned through the licensing application process and is used to track individuals and business entities on a national basis. The NPN is used by many states to replace a producer license number. 5. Plan to Complete Required Insurance Continuing Education (CE) CreditsEvery insurance producer must adhere to their home state’s CE requirements. Stay on top of your CE and ahead of the competition with 365 days of unlimited course access when you enroll in a CE library with Kaplan. Learn how to renew a California insurance license by clicking here. This information is based on state laws and regulations and is subject to change. Kaplan Financial Education makes every effort to make sure this information is current and accurate, however, Kaplan Financial Education is not engaged in rendering legal or professional advice and shall not be held responsible for inaccuracies contained herein. How do I file a complaint with the California Department of Insurance?You may access our electronic Provider Complaint Center by visting our website at www.insurance.ca.gov and selecting “file a Complaint”. You can then register to the electronic portal or access our printable complaint forms. If you have any questions, please call our Consumer Hotline toll free number 1-800-927-4357.
How do I contact the California insurance commissioner?Consumers who feel they have been treated unfairly by an insurance company, agent or any licensee, are urged to contact the Department's toll-free Consumer Hotline at (800) 927-4357 or visit our web site: insurance.ca.gov.
What does CA Dept of insurance do?All of CDI's functions, including overseeing insurer solvency, licensing agents and brokers, conducting market conduct reviews, resolving consumer complaints, and investigating and prosecuting insurance fraud, are to protect consumers.
How long does it take for California to approve insurance license?The Department typically requires 4 weeks to process and approve your insurance license, once they have received the required documentation. Upon approval, you will receive an email that includes a link to the Department's website that will allow you to view and print your insurance license.
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