How to Become an Insurance Claims Adjuster
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job market for claims adjusters is predicted to increase by 9 percent from 2006 to 2016. Because the job market isn't growing as fast as demand for the jobs, there will be a lot of competition for the few claims adjuster positions that become vacant in the field. But you can gain a head start by equipping yourself with the knowledge of what your specific state requires to land a career as a claims adjuster.
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A high school diploma. Although it's not required, it is recommended that you also pursue a bachelor's degree. With a bachelor's degree you increase your chances of landing a job as an adjuster. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2006 45 percent of all claims adjusters in the United States had a bachelor's degree or higher, whereas 22 percent had a high school diploma.
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Check your state's claims adjuster licensing requirements. Some states, such as Texas and Arizona require that you pass a state examination before applying for a license. Other states, such as Colorado, do not require licensing or examination. See the "Resources" section at the end of this article to find the requirements for the state in which you desire to work.
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Take and pass your state examination and submit your adjuster application along with the appropriate licensing fees if that's the protocol required by your state. If your state does not have any requirements you can skip this step.
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Contact insurance companies to apply for a claims adjuster position. Send a resume and cover letter to all insurance companies in which you're interested, making sure to highlight your experience, education and all relevant certifications.
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Take continuing education courses to keep up with the changes in the field of claims adjusting. Some states actually require these courses in order to retain your license. Your specific state requirements can be found in the "Resources" section located at the end of this article.
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