Washington Insurance CE

Description

To maintain an active insurance license in Washington State, resident producers must fulfill specific continuing education (CE) requirements every two years, as outlined by the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner.

General CE Requirements:

• Total Hours: 24 hours every two years

  • Ethics: 3 hours

  • Course Approval: All courses must be approved by the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner.

  • Course Repetition: Courses cannot be repeated for credit within the same two-year license term.

  • Carryover Credits: Excess CE hours cannot be carried over to the next renewal cycle.

Special Training Requirements:

• Long-Term Care (LTC) Insurance:

  • Initial Training: 8-hour course required before selling LTC insurance.

  • Ongoing Training: 4-hour refresher course required every 24 months.

  • Course Approval: Courses must be approved by the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner.

Exemptions:

• Non-Residents: Non-resident producers who have met the CE requirements in their home state are exempt from Washington’s CE requirements.

Additional Information:

• License Renewal: CE requirements must be completed before renewing a license. It’s recommended to complete CE requirements well before the license renewal date to ensure a smooth process.

• Verification: Producers can verify their CE credits and compliance status on the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner’s website.

• Course Providers: Course providers must be approved by the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner.

For the most current information and resources, including CE transcripts and provider information, visit the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner’s official website at insurance.wa.gov.

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