Start Strong. Stay Strong.
Your career begins here. Whether your passion is protecting risks or empowering others through employee benefits, The Institutes Designations, in collaboration with The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers (The Council), helps you build the confidence and credibility to succeed with the PRC and PEBC designations.
Two Paths. One Goal: A Thriving Career
As a new agent, broker, or client-facing professional, you’re laying the foundation for a successful and rewarding future. We are here to help you build expertise, trust, and lasting client relationships. You don’t have to navigate your early career alone; our programs were built to meet you where you are and guide you toward where you want to be.
Each program is designed to give you real-world knowledge you can apply from day one, so you can advise with confidence and grow your career with purpose. Best of all, you can earn one or both designations as you build your expertise, develop key skills, and earn credibility.
Find the Program That Fits Your Future
Every great career starts with focus. Developed by The Institutes in collaboration with The Council, each designation helps you find define your career direction.
Professional Risk Consultant (PRC®)
The PRC helps you develop a deeper understanding of risk, coverage, and client strategy. Gain the knowledge and confidence to deliver better solutions, build trust, and position yourself as a true insurance advisor.
Professional Employee Benefits Consultant (PEBC™)
The PEBC prepares you to advise clients on health, retirement, and voluntary benefit plans while mastering compliance and communication. Build confidence in one of the fastest-growing specialties.
Prepare for Success
Both the PRC and PEBC are designed to help early-career professionals turn potential into performance.
- 100% on-demand, flexible, and self-paced
- Practical lessons that apply with real clients
- Recognized credentials that build professional reputation
Start Building Your Expertise Today
Discover where your path will take you: P&C, employee benefits, or both.
Learn from experts, earn trusted designations, and move your career forward with The Institutes Agent & Broker Group and The Council.