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- Start-to-finish support
- Engaging and comprehensive
- Training at a comfortable pace
- Attention to all topics on the state exam outlines
- Insurance exam prep
Why Choose Our Programs
Our experienced instructors, class facilitators, and student support team set us apart. We are here to help you every step of the way toward your Life and Health license, Property and Casualty license, or both.
- Includes a Free Digital and Hard-Copy Textbook
- Feel Prepared to Pass the State Exam the First Time
- Benefit From Live Training Sessions - In-Person or Online Webinar
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 major type (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.
A Career in Insurance
Our Illinois insurance license courses are exactly what you need to meet your insurance pre-licensing education requirements. With experienced instructors and practice exams, we provide you with the knowledge to pass the Illinois insurance licensing exams. Live classes and online courses are available to fit anyone’s demanding schedule.
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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
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.
- Giving advice about insurance products.’
This includes but isn’t limited to people who want to work as insurance agents or insurance brokers.
What kinds of insurance can I sell if I become a licensed property and casualty insurance producer?
The most common kinds of insurance sold by property and casualty producers include homeowners insurance, commercial property insurance, auto insurance and various forms of liability insurance.
What kinds of insurance can I sell if I become a licensed Life and Health Insurance Producer?
The most common kinds of products sold by life and health producers are life insurance, major medical insurance, disability insurance, long-term care insurance and annuities.
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 in order 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. Our courses are intended to satisfy the state’s pre-license education requirement. Approved provider #102877.
What makes your school different?
Our quality programs, dedicated instructors, and outstanding service are all designed to help you prepare for your new career (and the state licensing exams) with confidence. Our courses were created by and for Illinois insurance producers and pay special attention to topics that are included on the content outlines for the state exams. Whether you’re taking live training or reading from home, our team knows how to communicate the most important information at a comfortable, retainable pace.
Does someone need to be sponsored by or work for an insurance company in order to have an insurance producer license?
No. Unlike some other states, Illinois doesn’t make this a requirement for licensure.