Alabama Insurance Agent Continuing Education Requirements

• 24 hours

  of board-approved CE every 2 years

  5 license classes
  • Producer
  • Producers and Service Representatives (nonresident)
  • Independent adjuster
  • Title insurance agent
  • Producers & Adjusters — Standard Biennial CE (Major Lines)

  Course for these classes is in board review.

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• 12 hours

  of board-approved CE every 2 years

  2 license classes
  • Service representative or office-only producer
  • Service Representatives — Reduced

  Course for these classes is in board review.

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• 8 hours

  of board-approved CE every 2 years

  1 license class
  • Producer who sells long-term care insurance

  Course for this class is in board review.

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• 4 hours

  of board-approved CE every 2 years

  2 license classes
  • Producer who sells long-term care insurance
  • Long-Term Care — Ongoing Biennial Refresher (4 hours)

  Course for these classes is in board review.

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How renewal works

From course to renewed license in Alabama

1. Step 1

   Pick the course for your license class

   Each course above is planned to the 24 hours and topics Alabama Department of Insurance requires.

2. Step 2

   Complete it online, at your pace

   Timed lessons and checkpoints record your seat time so the hours hold up to an audit.

3. Step 3

   Download your certificate instantly

   Your certificate lists the approved hours and completion date the moment you pass.

4. Step 4

   Renew with the board

   We report your completion through the board's portal within 10 days. Then renew every 2 years through the board.

Questions Alabama insurance agents ask

Frequently asked questions

How many continuing education hours do Alabama insurance agents need?

Alabama insurance agents must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Alabama Department of Insurance.

Which license types have different CE requirements in Alabama?

Requirements differ by license class in Alabama: 24 hours for Producer, Producers and Service Representatives (nonresident), Independent adjuster, Title insurance agent, Producers & Adjusters — Standard Biennial CE (Major Lines); 12 hours for Service representative or office-only producer, Service Representatives — Reduced; 8 hours for Producer who sells long-term care insurance; 4 hours for Producer who sells long-term care insurance, Long-Term Care — Ongoing Biennial Refresher (4 hours).

What topics are required for Alabama insurance agents continuing education?

Alabama Department of Insurance requires coverage of: Ethics (3 hours); Long-term care (8 hours); General Insurance Electives (21 hours).

Is an exam required to renew a Alabama insurance agents license?

Yes — Alabama Department of Insurance requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.

How are completed CE hours reported to Alabama Department of Insurance?

Completed hours are reported through the board's online portal within 10 days of completion. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.

Can Alabama insurance agents complete continuing education online?

Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Alabama requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.