<P> There are five CIC institutes . Each institute is 21⁄2 days of coursework (20 hours total), followed by a 2 - hour essay exam that is required only if obtaining the designation . The CIC program is a continuing education program and a professional certification program . Any eligible individual may attend classes without taking the examinations or working toward the designation . Courses reflect the laws and regulations in the state in which the institute is held . </P> <Ol> <Li> Personal lines institute addresses the insurance needs of individuals, families, and family members, and explains the complexities of state - specific personal lines forms . </Li> <Li> Commercial casualty institute covers Commercial General Liability, Inland Marine, Ocean Marine, Business Auto, Commercial Umbrella / Excess Liability coverages . </Li> <Li> Commercial property institute covers ways to maximize coverage for various types of commercial property accounts . </Li> <Li> Life and health institute provides the basic, essential background knowledge for property and casualty agents to succeed in the life and health insurance market . </Li> <Li> Agency management institute covers the internal operations and factors necessary to run an agency . A case study is used throughout the program for practical application of the theories, methods, and procedures . </Li> </Ol> <Li> Personal lines institute addresses the insurance needs of individuals, families, and family members, and explains the complexities of state - specific personal lines forms . </Li> <Li> Commercial casualty institute covers Commercial General Liability, Inland Marine, Ocean Marine, Business Auto, Commercial Umbrella / Excess Liability coverages . </Li>

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