Kaplan Total Access CE for Property & Casualty in North Carolina

Skill Level: Basic

Get trained on federal anti-money laundering (AML) requirements for insurance companies and their producers. Major topics discussed in this course include the types of insurance companies and products subject to AML requirements, how money launderers operate in the insurance industry, the AML laws and regulations governing insurance companies, and how companies can comply with information gathering and reporting requirements.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 1 hour of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

This course describes anti-money laundering programs for life insurance companies and the responsibilities of life insurance agents and brokers within those programs. The course is designed to help insurance companies design anti-money laundering programs that effectively address the risks they face from money launderers and terrorists. The course includes an overview of the minimum standards for an anti-money laundering program in life insurance companies, a survey of U.S. laws for combating money laundering and terrorism, the money laundering process, regulations covering money laundering, the development of anti-money laundering programs in insurance companies, suspicious transaction reporting, knowing customers and other guidelines, such as due diligence, red flags associated with suspicious activity involving insurance companies and products, and penalties and responsibilities. The course concludes with seven case studies.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 2 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic

Learn how to comply with anti-money laundering requirements for insurance companies. This course discusses the money laundering problem in the insurance industry, the money laundering process, anti-money laundering laws and regulations for insurance companies, and how companies can comply with anti-money laundering program and reporting requirements.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 1 hour of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

This course contains the recommended core elements of an anti-money laundering (AML) program for life insurance companies. Key topics covered in the course include trends in money laundering, major laws addressing money laundering, the core components of an insurance company's AML program, the role and responsibilities of life insurance agents, recordkeeping requirements, and reporting requirements and penalties for violating AML laws and regulations.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 2 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

This course contains the recommended core elements of an AML program for life insurance companies, as well as directions on how to integrate insurance agents and brokers into the insurance company's AML program, including those associated with independent agencies. Major topics addressed in the course include trends in money laundering, major laws addressing money laundering, the core components of an insurance company's anti-money laundering program, the role and responsibilities of life insurance agents, recordkeeping requirements, and reporting requirements and penalties for breaking AML laws and regulations.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 2 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Difficulty level: Basic

Course description: Get answers to your frequently asked questions about federal anti-money laundering (AML) requirements for insurance companies and their agents. Topics covered include money laundering basics, anti-money laundering rules for insurance companies, customer identification programs, and suspicious activity reporting.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 1 hour of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level:  Intermediate

This course introduces agents and representatives to the concept of money laundering, reviews the history of anti-money laundering legislation and focuses on the importance of suspicious activities and Suspicious Activities Reports (SARs). Realizing that agents and representatives are on the front lines dealing directly with customers, the course specifically focuses on the "red flag" behavior of customers that indicate unusual behavior and that may indicate suspicious activities.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 1 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

Producers who sell NFIP flood insurance coverage can use this course to learn topics that meet FEMA education guidelines promulgated in response to the Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2004. The course also covers FEMA's advanced training topics and the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

Learn the terms and functions relating to each part and system of an automobile. More than 200 detailed illustrations identify car parts and their locations. Claim representatives who complete Auto Physical Damage Basics before attending training school will be ready to learn the specifics of estimating losses without having to struggle with the terminology. A glossary, index, and table of common abbreviations provide a valuable desk reference when study is complete.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 5 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

This fundamental course presents the methods used to determine the correct amount to pay for property and liability claims. Students learn the complete settlement process, from reserving to recovery through subrogation or salvage. Practical examples and exercises teach important strategies for on-the-job use.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate 

This course presents the basic procedures and relevant laws for property and casualty claim investigations. Students learn specific steps to follow when investigating auto liability, workers' compensation, fire, and fall-down claims. Relevant case studies show how to use information from a loss report in the investigation procedure.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 5 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

Here is a practical way to teach the basics of taking statements and to provide practice in interviewing, analysis, evaluation, and decision-making skills. Sample dialogues relate the concepts directly to claim professionals' daily activities.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate 

Determine coverage and legal liability for third-party claims, including those filed under homeowners policies and commercial general liability (CGL) coverage. Claim investigation, damages evaluation, and settlement practices are explained. Particular attention is paid to specific claim issues involving the most common types of liability claims: auto liability and premises liability.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Plain-language explanations and illustrations introduce diagnostic tools and relate them to the physical conditions commonly seen in medical claims. This course helps employees understand complex medical reports about tests and signs and use those reports effectively in the claims settlement process.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate 

This course guides students through the process of claim negotiation. Students focus on preparing for negotiation, establishing the right climate, and other techniques needed to reach quality settlements.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic 

This fully illustrated course shows how a home is built, beginning with the foundation and following with each step until the structure is complete. Students learn construction nomenclature and the latest residential construction techniques. It includes a brief refresher course in estimating math.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic 

Here is an excellent introduction to the life and health insurance producer's ethical responsibilities to insurers, their clients, the public, and the state. The course focuses on the expression of ethical principles in the daily activities of life and health insurance producers.

Skill Level: Basic

This course helps establish your company's ethical standards for life agents, managers, and marketing support personnel with discussions on serving the client's best interest, needs selling, ongoing service, and much more. Learners discuss the information sharing and privacy protection requirements established by the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Financial Modernization Act.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic 

This course addresses the complexities of ethical decision making in the property and casualty insurance environment. It goes beyond the generic subject of ethics with real-life examples and scenarios for the property and casualty professional and includes a set of tools that will help producers to sensitively and intelligently face or prevent ethical dilemmas. This course will reinforce professional competence by examining and responding to a variety of ethical issues facing independent and captive agents, brokers, and agency managers.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

This course outlines the broad parameters of a life insurance producer's ethical responsibilities. The producer's responsibilities to the insurer, policyowners, and the public are detailed. The course also outlines legal and fiduciary issues. Case studies and examples throughout the course reflect ethical dilemmas that insurance producers commonly face on the job.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic

Insurance professionals will learn why ethical conduct is good business. This course is appropriate for life and health and property and casualty staff and producers.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 1 hour of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Advanced 

This comprehensive training course explains the concepts and terminology of ISO's business income and extra expense forms and frequently used endorsements. Learners discover how to differentiate time element needs from property coverage needs and which factors are used to establish adequate insurance limits to cover loss exposures.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 7 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

Liability coverage, physical damage coverage, conditions, endorsements and more: here is a careful analysis of ISO's most recent business auto, auto dealers, and motor carrier forms. Students learn the eligibility rules and how to use the numerical system for designating the autos covered by each form..

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 12 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Advanced

This comprehensive course teaches how to rate both business auto and auto dealers forms. It covers rating hired commercial auto, employers nonownership liability, commercial auto truck types, commercial auto trailers, zone risks, vehicle dealers, and private passenger types. Tools used for rating commercial auto and coding procedures are also discussed.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 6 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

Commercial Crime Coverage analyzes each of the insuring agreements in ISO's crime coverage program. This course explains how to assemble a commercial crime contract as a monoline policy or as part of the CPP, and it gives an overview of how the exposures are rated.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 5 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

Students learn the basis for legal liability and the business liability exposure. The course features detailed analysis of the coverages under ISO's occurrence and claims-made forms, specialized liability coverages, and popular endorsements.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 10 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Advanced

Students classify and rate the occrrence form and learn how claims-made rating is different. Course topics include an introduction to general liability, tools used for rating CGL insurance, classifying and rating the occurrence and claims-made forms, and CGL and the CPP.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate 

This specialized course introduces the nationwide definition and teaches identification and categorization of common inland marine risks. Students learn to distinguish filed and nonfiled inland marine insurance forms and to determine which forms may be included in the commercial package policy. They also learn the terminology and regulations associated with transportation and bailee risks.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 9 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate 

Insurance for buildings and business personal property are discussed in this commercial property coverage course. It teaches the purposes of and coverages provided by commonly used ISO forms, including building and personal property, condominium, and business income forms. It also discusses the causes of loss forms and frequently used endorsements.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 11 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

Learn how to rate building and personal property coverages, as well as other commercial property coverages and endorsements. Topics include a review of commercial property insurance, tools used for rating commercial property insurance, class rating, and specific rating.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

This course explains how businesses can manage the risk of being victimized by a cyber crime through effective risk management processes and stringent technology and information security protocols. It also examines the coverage provided for cyber crimes under traditional commercial lines and specialized cyber risk policies.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 2 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate 

Look no further for complete training on the three Insurance Services Office (ISO) dwelling coverage forms and important endorsements. The course describes who is eligible for dwelling insurance and when it is most commonly used.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

This course explains how the trend toward environmentally friendly products and services impacts the insurance industry in the areas of sales, underwriting, risk management, and claim handling. Insurance professionals who complete this course can use this knowledge to better serve their customers.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

Here is essential training for everyone using ISO's homeowners policy program. This course focuses on the Homeowners 3 special form and then examines the differences in the Homeowners 2, 4, 5, 6, and 8 forms. Learn how different factors affect premiums. A review of popular endorsements is included.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 6 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate  

This course discusses the coverages, exclusions, and conditions that apply to the Section II Liability coverages in the 2011 version of the ISO homeowners form.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 2 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill level: Intermediate

Insurance fraud is a costly problem for the insurance industry, policyholders, and the general public. Learn techniques to identify and fight fraud at the time a policy is purchased or when a claim is made. The course describes common insurance fraud indicators associated with specific types of claims, including property, auto, and workers' compensation.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 6 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate 

This course provides an overview of package policies for small- to medium-sized businesses and ISO's businessowners policy and eligibility rules. Students learn typical ways in which company-specific businessowners policies differ from the ISO form.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 7 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate 

What concepts of legal responsibility underlie our system of insurance? This course covers our system of courts and the laws they administer, including contract and tort law, intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability and how these principles of law affect the investigation, evaluation, and disposition of an insurance claim.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic 

This is an excellent introduction to medical terms and human anatomy from a claims perspective. The study provides the skills needed to competently handle medical claims. Illustrations help the learners locate and identify major bones and key body systems. Students learn the implications of bone and soft tissue injuries. Job aids include medical abbreviations, terms, a pronunciation guide, and a temporary disability time estimate chart.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 6 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Advanced

This course teaches students how to rate the coverages in the personal auto policy. Students use a sample rating manual to rate simple and complex applications.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic

Here is targeted training that provides an analysis of inland marine contracts that offer specific coverage for an insured's valuables. It also includes the three major types of personal watercraft policies and their coverages.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

Insurance professionals often recommend endorsements to customize coverages for their clients. The course explains how to use common endorsements to cover home businesses, personal property, loss settlements, miscellaneous vehicles, other auto insureds, and much more.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate 

What is the product liability risk and what are the types of claims that businesses may face from this exposure? Learn about the development of product liability law and the legal bases for lawsuits. Identify a business's product liability exposures and the appropriate insurance solution for that risk.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 2 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill level: Intermediate

This course discusses insurance policies that cover the professional liability exposures presented by certain types of occupations, such as physicians and attorneys. It also covers policies that cover other business liability risks that are related to professional liability, such as directors and officers liability, fiduciary liability, and employment practices liability.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 4 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic

Do your employees need a quick orientation to the property and casualty industry? This powerful training is designed for completion in the first week on the job. It teaches new employees how the insurance industry operates and the contribution insurance makes to our world. Confidence is increased, and employees are prepared for the new roles they are about to play.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 5 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic

Get a comprehensive look at key insurance lines, including property, liability, dwelling, homeowners, personal auto, commercial property, ocean and inland marine, commercial general liability, commercial auto, commercial crime, and workers' compensation. Learn the coverages, exclusions, and conditions of each line. Regulation and company organization are covered.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 13 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic  

Who is responsible for developing a risk management plan and what does it consist of? Learn the steps in this process, how it can reduce or eliminate potential losses, and how it benefits insureds, insurance companies, and producers.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 3 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

This course delivers an overview of the major coverages, exclusions, and conditions typically included in personal and commercial umbrella policies. Students analyze their company's umbrella policy using a policy analysis manual.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 5 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Basic

Students learn the proven-effective, four-step underwriting process: acquire needed information from the right sources, evaluate that information, select and implement sound underwriting actions, and monitor for changes and results. The course covers the basics required to underwrite specific lines of insurance and describes the purpose of reinsurance in the context of the underwriter's role.

Skill Level: Advanced

Underwriting Practices goes beyond the basic techniques and principles of underwriting  and focuses on the "how and why"of underwriting: how insurers develop their underwriting and risk selection guidelines, the factors that affect insurance pricing, how insurance rates are developed, and why retrospective rating plans may be appropriate for certain risks.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 5 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

The course presents a careful analysis of the National Council on Compensation Insurance's workers' compensation and employers liability policy and the principal features of current issues on workers' compensation. It discusses benefit structures and basic features of state workers' compensation laws.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 5 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).

Skill Level: Intermediate

This course shows students how to rate the workers' compensation (WC) and employers liability policy and how to use the WC classification system. It provides an overview of WC benefits, describes loss costs and how they are used, and explains how risks are classified. Exercises on rating from sample applications are included.

This course has been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce for 2 hours of insurance continuing education (Applies to MN insurance CE courses only; statement required by MN DOC).