Earn your Associate in Claims (AIC) or Associate in Claims – Management (AIC-M) to advance your career. See their benefits and get started today
By Ramon Berenguer
Insurance professionals in the US are already entrenched in a long-term career that promises to be sustainable, profitable, and if they work hard and play their cards right, fulfilling as well.
The way to increase your profitability and further future-proof your career is to gain more credentials.
And depending on your career goals and preferences, the Associate in Claims (AIC) title might be your ticket to career advancement, and higher earnings.
In this article, Insurance Business discusses the AIC designation. We’ll talk about the requirements, benefits, and the steps you can take to obtain this career-advancing certification.
What is the Associate in Claims (AIC) designation?
The AIC designation was created in part by the National Association of Independent Insurance Adjusters (NAIIA). It is a certification that equips professionals with the specialized training, skills, and knowledge required for handling various types of insurance claims.
This is a professional designation typically obtained via The Institutes, which provides the essential AIC courses. There are alternative course providers for the AIC, like ABTraining Center, A.D. Baker & Company, and the National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research.
The AIC credential is well-suited to insurance professionals whose business deals in property losses and liability claims. Those who stand to benefit most from the AIC include experienced claims adjusters, claims supervisors, and examiners.
Taking this credential can be of even more benefit for those with some knowledge of claims practices but have little or no formal education on these subjects. This credential can also be of use to insurance agents, brokers, or anyone who wants to enhance their expertise in claims management.
Recognized throughout the country, the Associate in Claims title provides i