Professional designations help you stand out in the insurance industry by demonstrating your expertise and commitment to continuous learning. Many designations such as ACSR, CISR, CPCU, CIC, CRM, ARM, AINS, API are available through state agencies and National Alliance. All require completion of courses to distinguish yourself in the insurance industry.
But did you know, as part of your added membership benefits, IAIP offers the following designations?
CIIP: Certified Insurance Professional: to earn the CIIP you must meet the following criteria
- Be a current member for at least three years.
- Have five years of industry experience.
- Complete 16 hours of IAIP education.
- Complete a non-association education program or designation.
DAE: Diversified Advance Education Designee: to earn the DAE you must meet the following criteria:
- Hold the CIIP designation for a minimum of three years.
- Be a current dues-paid member.
- Meet industry education and IAIP education, leadership and participation standards.
- Renew the DAE designation every 5 years.
CLP: Certified Leadership Professional: to earn the CLP you must meet the following criteria:
- Successfully complete 17 courses and quizzes in the Certified Leadership Program.
- Renew the CLP designation every two years.
- This designation can be earned by members and non-members alike.
CLP-A: Certified Leaders Advanced: to earn the CLP-A you must meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must hold an active CLP designation.
- Successfully complete 10 courses (six core and four elective) and quizzes in the Advanced Certified Leadership Program. Courses can be completed at a live event (with a student guide) or by purchasing the On Demand course in our LMS.
- Renew the CLP-A designation every two years.
AND our newest designation:
ACR-Associate in Client Relations: to earn the ACR you must meet the following criteria:
- Successfully complete all 13 courses and quizzes in the Associate in Client Relations program. Courses can be completed at a live event or (coming soon) as self-study (LMS/On demand).
We are so excited to have so many learning opportunities available to us within our organization. By earning designations, you show your employer and clients that you are dedicated to learning and career development. Your clients will have confidence in knowing that you have a greater knowledge of your product.
Will you add a new designation to your name in the coming year?
Brenda Hornyak, ACSR, CISR, CPIW, DAE, has been in the insurance industry since 1980 and is a licensed P&C agent. She has worked at Hendry Insurance LLC since 2007 and currently serves as Vice President for Region VI. Brenda has also held roles as Texas Council Director and local association president, contributing to various local, state, and international committees throughout her career.