Insurance Claims Specialist

(TC-162-2)

Technical Certificate


Certificate Description


This certificate prepares individuals to work as an insurance claims specialist in the area of Water Mitigation. Course work will prepare individuals to use technology water damage restoration techniques and utilizing appropriate customer service procedures. This type of work provides for both full and part time employment in a changing industry. Successful completers of the coursework shown below will prepare one to take state insurance exams, beginning industry certification for water mitigation and become eligible for employment with a local company, Harmon Solutions (Code Blue). Employment potential with other area insurance companies or manufacturers of water damage equipment is also promising. Admission requirements for this certificate includes: a high school diploma or equivalency.

Helpful background: Strong science aptitude, oral and written communication skills, detail-oriented with good organizational skills, strong reading and problem-solving skills, computer literacy and outgoing and enjoy working with people.

Required Courses


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 Course #   Course TitleHoursAvailable
Sections

 * 162-410   Insurance Term. & HO-3 Policy9Search
 * 162-411   AIC 33-Claim Hndlg Princ/Pract26Search
 * 162-412   Midwest Work Ethic2Search
 * 162-413   AIC 35-Property Loss Adjusting34Search
 * 162-414   Ins: Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act1Search
 * 162-415   Water Mitigation60Search
 * 162-416   Telephone Techniques2Search
 * 162-417   Legalities-Claims Note-taking3Search
    
    Total Hours137
 
* Prerequisite required; see course description