Become an Illinois Insurance Producer
Trusted Insurance Pre-Licensing Education
Confidently Prepare for Your Exams: A proven curriculum and expert instructors will prepare you for your licensing exams.
- Comprehensive Training: Our state-approved courses equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed as an insurance producer.
- Multiple Specializations: Select from Life & Health, Property & Casualty, or all four specialties with an All-in-One Pre-Licensing Package.
Choose an Illinois Insurance Pre-Licensing Education Package:
- 2-Day Webinar or Class, plus Self-Study
- Class held in Niles, IL or via webinar
- Receive a digital and hard-copy textbook with Exam Prep (includes charts, 150+ questions, glossary, and more)
- Enroll now, pay later. Easy financing with
- 2-Day Webinar or Class, plus Self-Study
- Class held in Niles, IL or via webinar
- Receive a digital and hard-copy textbook with Exam Prep (includes charts, 150+ questions, glossary, and more)
- Enroll now, pay later. Easy financing with
- 4-Day Webinar or Class, plus Self-Study
- Class held in Niles, IL or via webinar
- Receive a digital and hard-copy textbook with Exam Prep (includes charts, 150+ questions, glossary, and more)
- Enroll now, pay later. Easy financing with
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State Requirements for Illinois Insurance Agents
- Licensing candidates must be at least 18 years old.
- Complete at least 20 hours of pre-licensing education for each specialization (line of authority) of insurance you wish to sell. At least 7 ½ hours must be completed in a webinar or classroom setting.
- Pass a state licensing exam for each desired line of authority.
Why Choose Us?
- Engaging and comprehensive courses with start-to-finish support.
- Over 30 years of experience providing high-quality professional education.
- A dedicated student service team is ready to assist you in any way you may need.
- Expert instructors are industry professionals with years of experience and passion.
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FAQs
Who needs an insurance producer license in Illinois?
In general, a person must be licensed as an insurance producer before doing any of the following activities in exchange for compensation:
- Selling insurance.
- Encouraging someone to purchase insurance.
- Negotiating the terms or conditions of an insurance product.
- Advising about insurance products.
This includes but isn't limited to people who want to work as insurance agents or insurance brokers.
What are the necessary qualifications to obtain an insurance producer license?
To become licensed as an Illinois insurance producer, a person must:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Complete the required pre-license education.
- Pass the applicable state exams.
- Pay the applicable licensing fees.
- Have a level of character acceptable to the Department of Insurance (DOI).
Are special courses required to become an Illinois insurance producer?
Yes. In general, a state-approved 20-hour pre-license course must be completed for EACH major type of insurance (known as a "line of authority") that a person plans to sell. The four major lines of authority in Illinois include life, health, property and casualty.
Can I complete insurance pre-license courses online or via self-study?
The Illinois Insurance Code requires that at least 7 ½ hours of each 20-hour pre-license course be conducted in an in-person or webinar setting. The remaining 12 ½ hours of each course can be completed in a self-study format.
Are Real Estate Institute's insurance pre-license courses approved by the Illinois Department of Insurance?
Yes. Real Estate Institute is an approved provider of insurance pre-license education. Courses are designed to satisfy all pre-license requirements.
Illinois Department of Insurance Approved Provider #102877.
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Source: Pearson Vue
Insurance Licensing Applications
Source: National Insurance Producer Registry
Illinois Department of Insurance
Source: Illinois Department of Insurance
Illinois Insurance Laws
Source: Illinois General Assembly
Administrative Rules of the Department of Insurance
Source: Joint Committee on Administrative Rules