New York Property and Casualty Agents and
Brokers 96-hour Course
In order to take the New York agents and brokers licensing exam,
candidates must complete a 96-hour education requirement. The
Center's licensing preparation course fulfills that requirement and
offers students thorough preparation for the state exam. The course
addresses both general and state-specific areas of the exam and
incorporates numerous tests that are used to gauge each student's
progress in preparing for this rigorous exam.
Who should enroll?
Individuals who must satisfy New
York's classroom requirement in advance of taking the State
licensing exam. This course addresses the general and state
specific areas of the state exam. During the course, numerous tests
are provided to evaluate an individual's progress. After successful
completion of the course, students receive a certificate that
entitles them to sit for the exam.
The Schedule
New York 96-hour licensing preparation courses are offered during
the spring, summer and fall semesters. The course is completed in
11 weeks, with classes held three nights per week (Tuesdays,
Wednesdays and Thursdays) from 5:30 p.m.– 8:30 p.m. and three
Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
New York 40-Hour Personal Lines Course
We are pleased to announce that we have added a 40-Hour
Personal Lines Course to our Agents and Brokers Exam Preparation
curriculum. This course will be taught as part of the 96-Hour
Agents and Brokers Pre-licensing Course. Students who are
interested in this course will attend the first five weeks of the
96-Hour Course to complete the classroom requirement.
New York Brokers Licensing 28-hour Cram Course
Designed for those individuals who
are exempt from satisfying New York's 96-hour classroom
requirement, the Center's 28-hour Cram Course helps students master
the material covered in the New York property and casualty agent
and broker licensing examinations.
Upon completion of this cram course, the student will have been
exposed to all the material tested in the New York property and
casualty licensing exam. Additional self-study is needed to
master these topics prior to sitting for the state exam.
Who should enroll?
The 28-hour Cram Course is appropriate for:
- Broker candidates who have received an approved Statement of
Employer Form documenting the applicant's regular employment by a
licensed insurance company, broker or agent for not less than one
year during the three years preceding the date of application, and
who have been employed in responsible insurance duties relating to
the underwriting of adjusting of losses in any one or more of the
following lines of insurance: Fire, Marine, Liability, Workers'
Compensation, or Fidelity or Surety Bond.
- Individuals who have complied with New York's classroom
requirement and have received a certificate of completion from an
approved education provider, but who have not passed the state
examination.
- Anyone having a certificate of completion from another
licensing school and wanting to take a refresher course prior to
sitting for the New York exam.
For additional information about exemption
criteria, contact the New York State Insurance Department at (518)
474-6630.
The Schedule28-hour Cram Courses are offered on four
consecutive Thursdays, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., throughout the
year.New York Life/Health Agents and Life Brokers
Licensing Course
New York law requires the successful completion of 40 hours of
study in order to take the state licensing exam for Life/Health
Agent or Life Broker. The Center offers a nine-week course designed
to meet this requirement and prepare students for the exam. The
course covers both general and state-specific topics that appear on
the New York examination.
Who should enroll?
Any
insurance professional seeking a Life/Health Agent or Life Broker
license in the State of New York.
The Schedule
The New York Life/Health Agents and Life Brokers Licensing Course
is offered on nine consecutive Wednesdays, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30
p.m.
Additional self-study must be completed to fulfill the
40-hour state requirement.New York State Adjusters Cram Courses
The Center's 28-hour Adjusters Cram
Courses are designed for individuals who are required to take the
New York Insurance Department's public adjuster examination or any
of the independent adjuster examinations, including the general
adjusters and auto appraisers examinations.
Please note: Company adjusters are not required to become licensed
in New York and, therefore, do not need to take an exam.
Who should enroll?
The 28-hour Adjusters Cram Course is appropriate for:- Public adjusters
- Independent adjusters with the following specialties: Accident
and Health, Aviation, Casualty, Fidelity/Surety, Fire, Inland
Marine, General Adjusters
- Automobile damage or theft appraisals adjusters (only)
The Schedule
28-hour Adjusters Cram Courses meet
from 9 a.m.– 5 p.m. on four consecutive Thursdays. Courses meet
throughout the year. Participants need only attend those sessions
that apply to their specialties. Refer to the list below to
determine the days required for each specialization.
- Week One (Basics/State
Law) – All lines
- Week Two (Property) –
Public Adjuster, Aviation, Fire, Inland Marine, General
Adjuster
- Week Three (Casualty) – Auto, Casualty,
Fidelity/Surety, General Adjuster, Auto Appraiser
- Week Four (Additional State Material) – Public
Adjuster, Accident/Health, Auto, Casualty, Fidelity/Surety, Fire,
Inland Marine, General Adjuster
For a schedule and registration form, please call (212) 277-5161
or email the Center at cpe@stjohns.edu.