According to the American Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters, 98% of those that earn a CPCU designation gain a skill they can apply right away to their job, while 95% said the designation positioned them for new opportunities. Credit: Bizi88/Shutterstock.com According to the American Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters, 98% of those that earn a CPCU designation gain a skill they can apply right away to their job, while 95% said the designation positioned them for new opportunities. Credit: Bizi88/Shutterstock.com

Editor’s note: This column is part of PropertyCasualty360’s Foundations of P&C Insurance series, which aims to bring new insurance professionals up to speed, while keeping industry veterans sharp. On Fridays, PC360 will offer up fresh content covering the nitty-gritty details of P&C insurance, tips for professional development, articles looking at the industry’s more niche concepts, and the history of certain lines and programs.

Why are designations important to insurance professionals? In addition to each state mandating specific requirements to maintain your license, pursuing additional knowledge can unlock new opportunities and long-term success. Selecting the appropriate insurance training programs will enhance your expertise, elevating the value you provide to your agency and clients.


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Steve Hallo

Steve Hallo is managing editor of PropertyCasualty360.com. He can be reached at [email protected].  

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