Fuel Your Future With Knowledge That Sets You Apart
Stay sharp in today’s dynamic risk landscape with leading education opportunities from The Institutes Agent & Broker Group. From foundational to advanced professional development, explore comprehensive learning programs that empower you with the skills and confidence to lead, adapt, and deliver exceptional service.
The Institutes Designations At-A-Glance
Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to gain new skills, The Institutes Designations offer a range of programs to help you succeed. All courses are 100% online and designed to fit your schedule, allowing you to build your expertise on your time.
How to Enroll
As a part of your membership benefits, Big I Kentucky members receive 20% OFF all designations and short courses. To receive all Big I Kentucky member discounts, click here to ensure you are signed in to your account. To set up your account, click on Sign Up and complete the fields. You must be signed in to access your courses and exams.
- Once signed in, hover over your name and select My Account.
- Under Profile, scroll down to Current Employer to edit and type in your agency. Select it from the drop-down list and save your changes.
- This is required to receive the 20% discount. If your agency isn’t listed, contact big-i@theinstitutes.org.
- To register for a designation course, click on a program below. Scroll down the designation page to select a course to enroll in, choose your preferred exam window and materials, then click Add to Cart and continue to checkout to complete the transaction.
- To register for a short course, select a program from the Short Course Collection, then click Add to Cart, and continue to checkout to complete the transaction.
- To register for the course exam, hover over your Account name and go to My Courses & Exams. Select Purchase Exam under the listed course then launch the exam once you are ready to take it.
Note: Save on The Institutes Designations' exams if you purchase before the window opens or purchase a retake in the same window. Your discount will be applied in the cart.
Accredited Adviser in Insurance
Become a more effective and customer-focused agency professional.
Accredited Customer Service Representative
Take your career further by deepening your knowledge of insurance products and building your client-centric skillset.
Professional Risk Consultant
Develop a consultative approach to managing your customers' unique risks.
Professional Employee Benefits Consultant
Earn the PEBC designation to launch your career in employee benefits. Build knowledge of plans, compliance, and client support skills.
Program Business Professional
Gain the necessary skills to help clients with hard-to-place risks and build trust with insurers.
Associate in Insurance Operations
Learn how to manage claims, deliver exceptional client service, and solve problems with critical thinking.
Associate in Cyber Risk Management
Build cyber resilience and gain in-demand skills to manage and mitigate cyber risks while protecting your clients and organization from evolving threats.
Associate in Risk Management
Drive results by gaining a holistic and strategic understanding of risk, including best practices for assessment and treatment.
CPCU
Gain practical leadership skills, including business decision-making, critical thinking, and data analysis, so you can lead the future of risk management and insurance.
Build on Your Success: CIC/CISR Waiver Pathway
As a current CIC or CISR designation holder, you can complete a simple waiver process to earn The Institutes Designations AAI, AAI-M, and/or ACSR. Complete the waiver request form and associated bridge courses and exams, and once you receive the waiver approved email, you’ll be awarded your AAI, AAI-M, and/or ACSR designation(s). Click here for more information on the form and process.
Other Learning Programs
Explore the full list of The Institutes Designations for other programs that can advance your skills, accelerate your success, and take your career to the next level.
Looking for shorter bursts of learning? Stay aware of emerging trends and fundamentals with focused courses and Micro-Certs from the Short Course Collection and complete assignments in just 25 minutes.
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