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There are 29 CIP courses and multiple formats to choose from. To learn more about the courses, please see the list below. Credit transfers may be available if you have prior insurance education.

The Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation is the premier course for people interested in working in Canada's property and casualty insurance industry. To earn your CIP designation you will complete 10 CIP courses developed by industry professionals and taught in a variety of learning modes.

The Insurance Institute of Canada administers licensing exams on behalf of the Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO). Exams may be written online using a virtual proctoring service or in person at an Institute examination centre.

Exams Passing the Other Than Life (OTL) Agent’s Exam is a requirement to become licensed as a general insurance agent in Ontario. The general insurance agent licence is regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA).

How insurance licensing works in Canada Insurance is regulated at both the federal and provincial level in this country. The federal level is focused on ensuring the financial stability of insurance companies, and the provincial level deals with the licensing of individuals.

See an overview of the insurance education programs, courses, events and seminars offered by the Insurance Institute

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Complete our three risk courses and earn your Risk Management Certificate. To grow your career further, pass the standardized exam for each course (administered by RIMS and separate from the IIC course exams) and you will earn your Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation.