Developed for newer insurance producers, experienced agents, managers, CSRs and Home Office staff, the PLCS designation program is a comprehensive professional learning program for mastering key topics in personal lines coverage. The program was designed by the editors of the popular FC&S Bulletins and features print and interactive eLearning courseware that combines detailed technical information with case studies based on real-life examples. The result is an engaging technical program for those seeking to differentiate themselves with advanced knowledge of personal lines.
The PLCS designation program includes the following four coverage guides, six eLearning courses, and study guide:
- Homeowners Coverage Guidebook
- Insuring to Value: Meeting a Critical Need Textbook
- Personal Auto Coverage Guidebook
- Personal Umbrella Coverage Guidebook
- Homeowners Policy Explained eLearning Courseware
- Homeowners Endorsements Explained eLearning Courseware
- Insurance Principles eLearning Courseware
- Insuring to Value eLearning Courseware
- Personal Auto Policy Explained eLearning Courseware
- Personal Umbrella eLearning Courseware
- Study Guide with pre-planned assignments, practice questions, and final review exercises designed to help you master each concept and excel on the final exams.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to earn the PLCS 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 PLCS designation.
Benefits of Attaining the PLCS Designation
There are several benefits of earning your PLCS 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 Personal 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 PLCS designation program.
PLCS Program Completion Requirements
Eligible candidates can earn the PLCS 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 PLCS Coverage exams:
- Homeowners (eLearning Course, Coverage Guide & Online Exam)
- Insurance Principles (eLearning Course & Online Exam)
- Personal Auto (eLearning Course, Coverage Guide & Online Exam)
- Personal Umbrella (eLearning Course & Online Exam)
- Insuring to Value (eLearning Course, Coverage Guide & Online Exam)
Step 2: Complete a Request for PLCS Designation Form
Step 3: Mail the completed form with copies of the Results Page from each of the five Coverage Exams to:
The National Underwriter Co.
5081 Olympic Blvd
Erlanger, KY 41018
attn: Continuing Ed Dept.
Your PLCS 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 PLCS 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 PLCS certificate will be mailed to the address you provide on your Request Form. Please allow 5 to 7 business days for processing.