Insurance Specialist:Property and Casualty
Associate of Science
Program Details
The Associate of Science (AS) Degree in Insurance Specialist: Property and Casualty is designed to prepare students for positions in the insurance industry. This program covers a range of topics that will equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for roles such as appraiser, agent, estimator, senior administrative assistant, broker, underwriter, and senior sales associate. The curriculum covers key learning outcomes, including describing and applying insurance concepts, understanding elements of insurance contracts, and discussing loss exposures and personal risk insurance. All courses used to satisfy the major must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.
Additional Requirements
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Actuaries
Bachelor's degree, Certificate after college
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- Low salary: 75,240
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Doctoral degree, Master's degree
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| Actuaries | Bachelor's degree, Certificate after college | Rising | 125,770 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | Doctoral degree, Master's degree | Rising | 97,270 |
| Insurance Underwriters | Bachelor's degree | Declining | 79,880 |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists | Bachelor's degree | Rising | 77,020 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | Bachelor's degree, High school diploma/GED | Declining | 76,790 |
| Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage | Some college, Certificate after high school | Declining | 76,650 |
| Insurance Sales Agents | Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree | Rising | 60,370 |
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.
- Describe and apply insurance concepts such as principles of indemnity, valued policy, and liability limits.
- Discuss loss exposures, personal risk insurance, and types of personal insurance policies
- Describe elements of a contract, insurance contracts, and conditions commonly found in property and liability insurance policies.