In order to sell property and casualty insurance within the province of Alberta you must first become licensed through the Alberta Insurance Council (AIC). There are three levels to the general insurance license. They must be earned sequentially but you do not need to earn all three.
Licensing Equivalencies
The AIC recognizes the CAIB program as containing equivalent education to that of their General Insurance licensing exams. Many students prefer the CAIB designation to the traditional licensing path due to the higher success rate, national recognition, and the deeper level of general insurance knowledge provided by the program. To learn more about the CAIB, click here.
Licensing Essentials
Level 1 License GLQP
Prepare for the Alberta Insurance Council (AIC) Licensing Level 1 General exam, or obtain study material for the AIC Adjuster exam with this introductory Licensing course. The Fundamentals of Insurance course textbook, which must be purchased separately from course registration, includes Alberta-specific materials and up-to-date licensing requirements. Course registration includes 90-day access to the online certification tool, completion of which will grant the student the ability to book their exam through the AIC. See below for open Licensing Level 1 courses or to purchase the level 1 textbook.
What you'll learn:
This is your introduction to Alberta General Insurance. Once you acquire your Level 1 License you will primarily work as a front-end customer service representative. You may also work in a support role for Level 2 and Level 3 brokers in the office. You must be supervised by a Level 2 or Level 3 broker.
Click here to view the Level 1 curriculum.
Course Options
Join other students and an instructor for a comprehensive multi-week exploration of the licensing text and requirements. See below for all upcoming licensing course options. Textbooks are not included with course registration. Students interested in self-directed study can purchase the textbook below and register for the exam when ready.
Licensing Level 1 Online Immersion
Feb 26-Mar 7, 2024 | 7:00—10:00PM
8 Sessions, Mon-Thurs
22.5 CE credits for General, and Adjuster licenses
Prepare for the Alberta Insurance Council (AIC) Licensing Level 1 General exam with this introductory Licensing course. The Fundamentals of Insurance course textbook (shipped with all registrations) includes Alberta-specific materials and up-to-date licensing requirements.
Does not include Textbook. Must be purchased separately. Scroll down on this page, or click here to order it now.
Textbooks
Textbooks are required for course work or self-direct study, and are purchased separately from course registration. Students interested in an entirely self-directed study option can purchase the textbook and study guide below then book their exam when ready.
Level 1 Textbook
Required for course work and self-study options. Must be purchased separately from course registration. Purchase of the level 1 textbook comes with access to the GLOP, a prerequisite to taking the level 1 licensing exam. More information on the GLQP can be found by clicking here.
Exams
Please note: Prior to taking the level 1 exam, you must complete the GLQP. You can complete the GLQP either through our Level 1 program or, for self-directed learners, by taking a mock Level 1 license exam. You must attain a score of 80% on the mock exam before you can attempt the AIC licensing exam. Access to the GLPQ is given upon purchase of the Level 1 textbook.
Level 2 License
Study material will primarily consist of the AIC Level 2 textbook.
What you'll learn:
After advancing to the Level 2 license you will produce new business for the brokerage and manage existing clients. In addition to personal lines insurance, you could be involved in commercial or specialty lines of insurance or a combination of both. While a Level 3 is ultimately responsible for the overall management and supervision of a brokerage, as a Level 2 broker you may undertake various management and supervisory responsibilities and can act without supervision.
Click here to view the Level 2 curriculum.
Course Options
Join other students and an instructor for a comprehensive multi-week exploration of the licensing text and requirements. See below for all upcoming licensing course options. Textbooks are not included with course registration. Students interested in self-directed study can purchase the textbook below and register for the exam when ready.
Textbooks
Textbooks are required for course work or self-direct study, and are purchased separately from course registration. Students interested in an entirely self-directed study option can purchase the textbook and study guide below then book their exam when ready.
Level 2 Textbook
Required for course work and self-study options. Must be purchased separately from course registration.
Exams
Students are required to take the requisite exam in order to earn their license. Visit the exam tab within this page for more information.
Level 3 License
Study material will include a copy of the CAIB 4 textbook and a supplement designed to cover Alberta specific policy wordings. Please be aware that if you have already completed your CAIB designation this course and exam will not be necessary.
What you'll learn:
Also known as the Designated Representative (DR), as a Level 3 broker you will have the technical insurance knowledge of a Level 2 broker and have full authority to act in the capacity of a manager or operator of a brokerage firm. Your Level 3 application will be considered for approval only if you have held a Level 2 license for a minimum of 24 months within 36 months of the date of application. Only one DR is permitted per brokerage. A brokerage cannot operate without a DR.
Click here to view the Level 3 curriculum.
Course Options
Join other students and an instructor for a comprehensive multi-week exploration of the licensing text and requirements. See below for all upcoming licensing course options. Textbooks are not included with course registration. Students interested in self-directed study can purchase the textbook below and register for the exam when ready.
Textbooks
Textbooks are required for course work or self-direct study, and are purchased separately from course registration. Students interested in an entirely self-directed study option can purchase the textbook and study guide below then book their exam when ready.
Level 3 Textbook
Required for course work and self-study options. Must be purchased separately from course registration.
Exams
Students are required to take the requisite exam in order to earn their license. Visit the exam tab within this page for more information.
Exams
To complete your exam, register with the Alberta Insurance Council (AIC) by clicking the button below. The AIC will need your CIPR # as part of the exam registration. If you don't have one, obtain it first from the Canadian Insurance Participant Registry by clicking here.
Please note: Prior to taking the level 1 exam, you must complete the GLQP. You can complete the GLQP either through our Level 1 program or, for self-directed learners, by taking a mock Level 1 license exam. You must attain a score of 80% on the mock exam before you can attempt the AIC licensing exam. Access to the GLPQ is given upon purchase of the Level 1 textbook.