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How insurance licensing works in Canada Insurance is regulated at both the federal and provincial level in this country. The federal level is focused on ensuring the financial stability of insurance companies, and the provincial level deals with the licensing of individuals.

The Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation is the premier course for people interested in working in Canada's property and casualty insurance industry. To earn your CIP designation you will complete 10 CIP courses developed by industry professionals and taught in a variety of learning modes.

General insurance agent/broker licences As an agent or broker, you help consumers choose the right insurance coverage to protect their cars, homes, personal belongings and businesses.

There are 29 CIP courses and multiple formats to choose from. To learn more about the courses, please see the list below. Credit transfers may be available if you have prior insurance education.

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About this course C11 provides an overview of the insurance landscape in Canada and serves as the initial building block of Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) studies.

Learn more about the IIC exams, including exam times and formats, course results appeals, exam procedures, and more.

Complete our three risk courses and earn your Risk Management Certificate. To grow your career further, pass the standardized exam for each course (administered by GRMI and separate from the IIC course exams) and you will earn your Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation.

1. Complete the Level 1 licensing materials (includes General Insurance Essentials information) a. Home Study Kit Ideal if you want to complete the level 1 broker or adjuster licensing program quickly and you prefer to study at your own pace.