What Are The Pre-Licensing Educational Requirements?

All new applicants for agent licenses for life and/or disability, for property, casualty, surety, and marine insurance, broker license, or for an insurance consultant`s license must satisfy thirtysix (36) hours of prelicensing education. Each applicant must finish the required approved classroom instruction from one of the Insurance Department`s approved providers.

All new applicants for license as a Risk Retention Group Agent of a Purchasing Group Broker must satisfy this thirtysix hour requirement. All applicants must complete the required education and present the certification of completion at the time of the exam or the applicant will not be allowed to sit for the exam.

Other Arkansas Insurance FAQs

Q: What Are The Basic Requirements To Become Licensed To Deal In Insurance?
A: The actual requirements vary depending upon the actual license that you are attempting to acquire. However, some requirements are basic to all licenses. For example: … More
Q: What Application Form Do I Need?
A: The following chart lists the different types of applications and the fees for each application. Applicants must complete the correct application and include the … More
Q: Where Can I Obtain The Application Forms?
A: The forms can be obtained online at: http://www.state.ar.us/insurance/license/license_p1.html More
Q: Does My Application Have To Be Notarized?
A: Yes. Applications must be notarized and a company official on record must complete the Sponsor`s Certification with the Insurance Department as being authorized to … More
Q: What Should I Do After I Have Received An Examination Permit?
A: Once you have received an examination permit, you must contact ASI at 18882046259 to schedule a test date. The test date cannot be scheduled until you … More
Q: How Long Is An Examination Permit Good For?
A: An examination permit is good for only 90 days. A new application and a new set of fees will be required if the applicant has not taken the examination during that … More
Q: Must I Take Any Pre-Licensing Education Prior To Taking The Examination?
A: Applicants taking the Life, Disability, and/or Multiline examinations must present a certification of completion of prelicensing education at the examination … More
Q: What Happens If I Fail The Examination?
A: If you fail the examination you must call ASI at 18882046259 to make a new exam reservation. A reexamination fee of $80 for one examination or $92 … More
Q: What Happens If I Fail The Exam Twice?
A: Any applicant failing the examination twice will be required to wait 60 days to retake the examination for the third time.
Q: When Will The Examination Be Scored?
A: The examination will be scored at the test center on the date of the examination.