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What are the Differences Between an Insurance Agent and an Insurance Counselor
August 7, 2020
Remember, the more you know the smarter your decisions.
An insurance “agent” is one that has met the state requirements and passed a licensing exam in order to place/sell insurance in their state.
An insurance “counselor” could mean a number of things.
The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research
offers a professional destination called the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC). This course is offered to agents and others interested in learning about the insurance business from a practical application perspective.
In a broader sense of the term, there are insurance “counselors” who may have earned other professional designations and experience within certain insurance disciplines.
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For more information on the prominent professional designations in the insurance industry see this answer: What are the certifications available in insurance? ๏ปฟ
For more information about how the trusted and professional insurance agents at the Ryan Agencies can help you with your auto, home, and business insurance please feel welcome to call us at (607)324-7500 ๏ปฟ
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