MEMBER EDUCATION
PIIAC members have access to 150+ FREE on-demand and live CE courses through CEU, a 20% discount on all Institutes designation programs, and many more opportunities for professional growth.
The PIIAC Education Portal
As a part of your membership benefits, PIIAC members receive 20% OFF all designations and FREE unlimited access to CE webinars and on-demand CE courses.
Create Your Account/Enroll in a Course
To set up your account, click on Sign Up and complete the fields. You must be signed in to access your courses and exams.
Once signed in, hover over your name and select My Account.
Under Profile, scroll down to Current Employer to edit and type in your agency. Select it from the drop-down list and save your changes.
This is required to receive the 20% discount and join the CEU agreement. If your agency isn’t listed, contact big-i@theinstitutes.org.
DESIGNATIONS
To register for a designation course, click on a program from this list. Scroll down the designation page to select a course to enroll in, choose your preferred exam window and materials, then click Add to Cart and continue to checkout to complete the transaction.
To register for the course exam, hover over your Account name and go to My Courses & Exams. Select Purchase Exam under the listed course then launch the exam once you are ready to take it.
Note: Save on The Institutes Designations’ exams if you purchase before the window opens or purchase a retake in the same window. Your discount will be applied in the cart.
FREE CE
To register for CEU Webinars, choose Learn More & Register then Add To Cart and continue to checkout to complete the transaction.
To register for CEU On-Demand Courses, choose Select This Course then Enroll.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Comprehensive, relevant CE—now with more options. Build your schedule with in-demand topics, earn state-approved credits, completely FREE with your PIIAC membership.
LEARNING PLANS
Work with a PIIAC Staff member to create your own custom learning plan, tailored to your career path, your license renewal requirements, and your individual interests in the insurance field.
DESIGNATION DISCOUNTS
A designation enhances professional expertise, builds client trust, and can lead to increased income and career advancement by showcasing advanced knowledge in insurance. PIIAC members can enjoy a 20% discount on all Institutes designation programs.
PIIAC PROGRAMS
Join us for complimentary E&O webinars, Homeowners and Ethics classes, and special event sessions! Discover cutting-edge topics like AI, the Colorado FAIR Plan, Cyber Security, Leadership Development, Sales Strategies, Parametric Insurance, and so much more. Let PIIAC help you enhance your knowledge and stay ahead of the curve!
Designations:
ACRR: Associate in Catastrophe Risk and Resiliency
Prepare for the growing challenges of catastrophe risks with strategies that safeguard people, property, and organizations.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
ACRM: Associate in Cyber Risk Management
Build cyber resilience and gain in-demand skills to manage and mitigate cyber risks while protecting your clients and organization from evolving threats.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AIO: Associate in Insurance Operations
Build a foundation in insurance operations and develop skills to manage claims, deliver exceptional client service, and solve problems with critical thinking.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
CIIM: Chartered Insurance Investment Manager
Elevate your insurance investment expertise and gain skills to manage portfolios, meet regulatory requirements, and more.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
PEBC: Professional Employee Benefits Consultant
Earn the PEBC designation to launch your career in employee benefits. Build knowledge of plans, compliance, and client support skills.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
WCCA: Workers Compensation Claims Administration
Build the expertise to handle complex workers comp claims and develop skills to ensure compliance, conduct thorough investigations, and support a smooth return-to-work process for both employees and employers.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AIC: Associate in Claims
Gain on-the-job claims skills you can use right away, including claims handling and resolution, fraud prevention, negotiation, and more.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AIC-M: Associate in Claims-Management
Improve organizational results by learning how to transition from claims handling to managing a claims team.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AU: Associate in Commercial Underwriting
Build a strong foundation in commercial underwriting principles and gain skills you can use right away, including data analysis, disaster risk reduction, insurance operations, and more.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AU-M: Associate in Commercial Underwriting-Management
Learn how to develop competitive underwriting strategies to enhance your organization’s profitability.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AINS: Associate in Insurance
Master insurance basics and gain the skills you need to grow your career and speak like an insurance pro in no time.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AIDA: Associate in Insurance Data Analytics
Learn how to speak the language of data and gain the data analytics skills employers are looking for.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
ARM: Associate in Risk Management
Drive results by gaining a holistic and strategic understanding of risk, including best practices for assessment and treatment.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
CPCU: Chartered Professional in Commercial Underwriting
Gain practical leadership skills, including business decision-making, critical thinking, and data analysis, so you can lead the future of risk management and insurance.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AAI: Accredited Adviser in Insurance
Become a more effective and customer-focused agency professional.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AAI-M: Accredited Adviser in Insurance-Management
Learn new leadership skills that will help you align your agency’s operations with its organizational goals.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
Take a FREE Sample Course (link on above webpage)
ACSR: Accredited Customer Service Representative
Take your career further by deepening your knowledge of insurance products and building your client-centric skillset.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AFSB: Associate in Fidelity and Surety Bonding
Gain in-depth fidelity and surety bonding knowledge with a focus on business law, finance, and accounting.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AIT: Associate in Information Technology
Leverage your IT expertise to better support insurance data analysis and cyber risk management. Build a strong foundation in core insurance concepts, including information management, loss exposures, and insurer functions.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AIAF: Associate in Insurance Accounting and Finance
Gain the necessary skills to prepare and analyze insurer financial statements while balancing risk management and regulatory requirements.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AIS: Associate in Insurance Services
Build on your expertise by developing a forward-thinking mindset in a rapidly evolving landscape where innovation, technology, and data analytics are transforming insurance.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AIM: Associate in Management
Build the skills you need to effectively manage your team and make critical business decisions, including strategic hiring, business resilience, data analysis, and more.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
AMIM: Associate in Marine Insurance Management
Master the skills required to expertly underwrite ocean and inland marine insurance.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
ANFI: Associate in National Flood Insurance
Confidently handle all aspects of flood insurance with specialized knowledge from The Institutes and FEMA.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
API: Associate in Personal Insurance
Build the skills you need to better evaluate and underwrite personal lines risks.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
APA: Associate in Premium Auditing
Navigate the premium auditing process and effectively use premium determination.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
ARC: Associate in Regulation and Compliance
Develop a better understanding of the insurance regulatory environment.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
ARe: Associate in Reinsurance
Create effective reinsurance programs that protect insurers from risk through an understanding of reinsurance products, transactions, and contracts.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
PRC: Professional Risk Consultant
Develop a consultative approach to managing your customers’ unique risks.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
PBP: Program Business Professional
Gain the necessary skills to help clients with hard-to-place risks, build relationships with key stakeholders, and earn credibility with insurers.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
SPPA: Senior Professional Public Adjuster
Develop the claims expertise you need to ensure fair claims settlement and navigate complex property losses with confidence. Build practical skills in policy interpretation, negotiation, fraud prevention, and ethical decision-making.
PIIAC Members get a 20% discount!
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