Insurance Services, Certificate

Program Details

Semester 1

• ADM 157 - Business English Credits: 3
• BCA 212 - Intro Computer Business Appl Credits: 3
• BUS 102 - Introduction to Business Credits: 3

Semester 2

• BUS 185 - Business Law I Credits: 3
• BUS 260 - Introduction to Insurance Credits: 3
• MGT 145 - Human Relations in Management Credits: 3
• MKT 182 - Customer Relationship Mgmt Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate - 21

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$193.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for the program: $5,169**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate costs.        

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

Entry level customer service, call center and administrative positions at insurance or similar companies.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

Good interpersonal skills, customer service skills, basic knowledge about the insurance industry and computer skills.

What Else Should I Consider about this Specialist Certificate?

There are several insurance companies located in the Des Moines area.  Companies like Nationwide and Principal Financial Group have supported this certificate program because of their need for qualified employees in these entry level positions.

Program Competencies

1. Build and develop knowledge, skills and attitudes in areas of analytical thinking and problem solving.
2. Demonstrate interpersonal skills, specifically related to customer service. 
3. Demonstrate college level oral and written communication skills. 
4. Demonstrate proficiency in basic computer skills. 
5. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the insurance industry. 

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Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

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