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Insurance Producer - Life and Health
Overview
The Nebraska Insurance Producer Life and Annuities, Accident and Health or Sickness Exam (13-03) likely covers topics necessary for obtaining a license to sell life insurance, annuities, accident, health, or sickness insurance in Nebraska. Key areas of study include:
- Insurance Basics: General principles of insurance, risk management, and policies.
- Life Insurance: Types of life insurance policies, policy provisions, and underwriting.
- Annuities: Types, uses, and policy structures.
- Health Insurance: Medical plans, policy provisions, and health maintenance organizations (HMOs).
- Accident and Sickness Insurance: Disability income, long-term care, and accident benefits.
- State Regulations: Nebraska-specific insurance laws and regulations.
Types of Jobs: Insurance Agent/Producer, Insurance Broker; Claims Adjuster, Underwriter, Customer Service Representative, Insurance Sales Manager.
Prerequisite: Be at least 18 years old; Have a strong communication skill and the desire to help people.
Leading Industry Employers: Mutual of Omaha, Blue Cross Blue Shield, State Farm, MetLife, and American Family.
JOB & SALARY OUTLOOK
About the MCC Insurance Producer Program
Insurance producers sell life, property, casualty, health, automotive, or other types of insurance, and may work as or refer clients to an independent broker, or be employed by an insurance company. This program satisfies pre-licensing requirements for Nebraska Property and Casualty and Nebraska Life and Health Insurance Producer Licenses. Participants obtain Nebraska Insurance producer licenses qualifying them for positions such as Insurance Agent, Insurance Producer, Account Manager and Customer Services Representative.
Who is the MCC Insurance Producer Program for?
Individuals seeking to become a licensed insurance producer or customer service professional in Nebraska or licensed producers seeking continuing education.
Certification Pathway & Registration
1-month program, in person
Nebraska Insurance Producer: Life & Health - introduces participants to the life and health insurance business to successfully prepare for the Nebraska life, annuities, accident, and health insurance license exam. Topics include insurance coverage, policies, federal and state regulations, risk management, underwriting, pricing, funding alternatives, contracts, provisions, annuities, medical plans, individual insurance, group insurance, accident insurance, disability income, and more.
Nebraska Insurance Producer: Property & Casualty - introduces participants to the field of property and casualty insurance business to successfully prepare for the Nebraska Property and Casualty Insurance Producer license exam. Topics include needs of individuals and organizations for protection, fire, accident, theft, property damage, flood, liability insurance, and legal environment of insurance products. Basic concepts of Commercial Package Policy, Worker Compensation, business owners, and homeowners are also covered.
Cost
$1,288 per producer course: includes course, exam, software, and tax fees.
Eligibility
Eligible participants must have:
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Strong communications skills and a desire to help people
Physical Requirements & Accommodations
Metropolitan Community College complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and its amendments. If a prospective student who is otherwise qualified requires a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the MCC Disability Support Services office.