Occupation Profile for Insurance Sales Agents
Sell life, property, casualty, health, automotive, or other types of insurance. May refer clients to independent brokers, work as independent broker, or be employed by an insurance company.
Signficant Points
- In addition to offering insurance policies, agents increasingly sell mutual funds, annuities, and securities and offer comprehensive financial planning services, including retirement and estate planning.
- Agents must obtain a license in the States where they sell.
- Job opportunities should be good for college graduates who have sales ability, excellent interpersonal skills, and expertise in a wide range of insurance and financial services.
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Aicpcu.org
Offer a variety of educational programs in the property and liability insurance business.
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American College
Providing graduate and professional continuing education, primarily on a distance self-study basis, in the field of financial services. Offerings include CFP certification curriculum and designations for CLU, ChFC, and LUTC.
http://www.theamericancollege.edu