The National Underwriter Company is proud to offer the Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) designation program. Created with the learning needs of new insurance producers, agents, managers, CSRs and corporate staff in mind, the CLCS is the most complete professional learning program available for industry professionals seeking to master the subject of commercial lines coverage. The program was created by the staff of the renowned FC&S Bulletins and features detailed course content enhanced with real-life case study exercises.
The CLCS designation program is packaged in a kit containing 10 components:
- Business Auto Coverage Guidebook
- CGL Commercial General Liability Coverage Guidebook
- Commercial Property Coverage Guidebook
- Workers Compensation Coverage Guidebook
- Business Auto Policy Explained eLearning Courseware
- CGL Explained eLearning Courseware
- Commercial Property Explained eLearning Courseware
- Insurance Principles eLearning Courseware
- Workers Compensation Explained eLearning Courseware
- Comprehensive Study Guide with review exercises, practice questions and assignments to simplify the process and prepare you for the final exams.
System Requirements (eLearning CD-ROMs)
- Operating System: Microsoft XP or Microsoft Vista
- Browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
- Memory: 256 MB of RAM
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Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to earn the CLCS Designation, you must meet one or more of the following qualifications:
- Licensed agent, broker, adjuster, CSR or solicitor.
- At least one year of full-time experience in the insurance industry or as a risk management practitioner.
- Students of insurance academies authorized to confer the CLCS designation.
Benefits of Attaining the CLCS Designation
There are several benefits of earning your CLCS Designation:
- Holders of the industry's only coverage-specific designation have demonstrated advanced coverage expertise and career professionalism.
- The designation kit includes a complete reference set of Commercial Lines Coverage Guides from the editors of renowned FC&S Bulletins from The National Underwriter Company.
- Industry and peer recognition for advanced knowledge in coverage areas.
- Optional CE credits may be available for various components of the CLCS designation program.
CLCS Program Completion Requirements
Eligible candidates can earn the CLCS designation through a self study program through The National Underwriter Company or through an authorized instructional academy.
Self-Study
Step 1: Score of 70% or better on each of the following CLCS Coverage exams:
- Business Auto (eLearning Course, Coverage Guide & Online Exam)
- CGL (eLearning Course, Coverage Guide & Online Exam)
- Commercial Property (eLearning Course, Coverage Guide & Online Exam)
- Insurance Principles (eLearning Course & Online Exam)
- Workers Compensation (eLearning Course, Coverage Guide & Online Exam)
Step 2: Complete a Request for CLCS Designation Form
Step 3: Mail the completed form with copies of the Results Page from each of the four Coverage Exams to:
The National Underwriter Co.
5081 Olympic Blvd
Erlanger, KY 41018
attn: Continuing Ed Dept.
Your CLCS certificate will be mailed to the address you provide on your Request Form. Please allow 5 to 7 business days for processing.
Authorized Insurance Academy
Step 1: Register as a student with an authorized insurance academy.
Step 2: Complete the course of study as required by the provider, including satisfactory scores on program examinations.
Step 3: The authorized provider will provide you with a Request for CLCS Designation Form upon satisfactory completion of the course of study, and will forward the form to:
The National Underwriter Co.
5081 Olympic Blvd
Erlanger, KY 41018
attn: Continuing Ed Dept.
Your CLCS certificate will be mailed to the address you provide on your Request Form. Please allow 5 to 7 business days for processing.