Let’s face it – staying on top of insurance industry changes is no easy task. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned pro, having the right insurance training programs and educational resources can make all the difference. Thanks to online insurance training programs, it’s easier than ever to build your expertise and keep your credentials current – if you have the right partner in your corner.
Word & Brown (W&B) stands out as a General Agency partner that goes the extra mile with training and educational services that truly set brokers up for success.
Insurance Training & Education Programs With Word & Brown
One of the reasons so many brokers choose Word & Brown (W&B) as a General Agency partner is so they can take advantage of our training and education services. We make it easy for brokers like you to stay up to date on changes in the health insurance industry and earn the Continuing Education (CE) Credits you need to maintain your health insurance license. With nearly 50 different courses under our belt, we’re passionate about helping you grow. Our health insurance courses cover everything you need to know.
Health Insurance Courses:
- Product & Market Strategy
- Compliance & ACA
- Ethics Suite
- Technology & Security
- Business Development
Courses are refreshed as needed and offered in rotation. A current listing of available courses can be found at wordandbrown.com/courses. All of these courses offer Continuing Education (CE) Credits to California brokers.
Health Insurance Training Programs Online
With the growing demand for flexible learning options in the health insurance industry, online training has become the go-to solution for busy professionals. Health insurance training programs online offer brokers the convenience of learning at their own pace while staying compliant with industry requirements.
W&B also hosts an annual event known as the “Week of Webinars,” which gives California brokers the opportunity to earn valuable CE Credits in a compressed period of time. In 2024, we offered 12 courses over seven days.
In addition, we publish regular columns by Paul Roberts, REBC, W&B’s Senior Director of Education & Market Development, addressing topics of interest to brokers.
Health Insurance Education & Events for Brokers
Staying connected with the insurance community is vital for professional growth, which is why we maintain an active presence at industry events across the West Coast. Paul Roberts, our Senior Director of Education & Market Development, is a sought-after speaker who regularly shares his expertise at events hosted by the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (NABIP). In California, there are 11 regional chapters of NABIP, while there are three chapters in Nevada,
Insurance Certification & CE Credit Success
Since 2018, W&B has issued more than 63,000 CE Credits to brokers. Many of these have been to participants in our Week of Webinars series and our monthly Elite Broker series. The Elite Broker webinars are available to Elite Agency partners based on agency production; ask your W&B rep about qualification. Others have resulted from Agency Meetings – virtually or in person. Note: A custom presentation for your agency requires at least a 30-day notice, so classes can be filed with the California Department of Insurance.
For qualifying agencies, W&B also offers a variety of sales and product training for agency new hires, or for people who would like a refresher on certain topics. Training can be accessed online or in person.
Courses include:
- Insurance Fundamentals
- Underwriting Basics
- Advanced Underwriting
- Combatting Sales Rebuttals
- How to Partner with Word & Brown
- Navigating the W&B Website
- Mastering Carrier Networks
- Quote Training and Demos
For more information about earning CE Credits, read our blog, Monitor Your CE Credits to Ensure a Smoother License Renewal.
W&B is as passionate about your ongoing success as you are. That’s why we put an emphasis on broker education and training. If you have questions, contact your W&B rep to discuss how our Compliance team can help you stay on top of evolving industry trends, rules, and regulations. Ask your W&B rep about ways we can help you streamline your processes, help you better manage your business, and drive you toward greater income. If you’re not already working with us, call us today at 800-869-6989, or fill out our online form to get started.
