Insurance Agents
ANZSCO 6112
17,300
10%
58%
$1,559
40 yrs
Growing
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Insurance Agents is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.
Courses linked to this job include Diploma of General Insurance, Diploma of Personal Injury and Disability Insurance Management, Certificate IV in Personal Injury Management, and Certificate IV in General Insurance.
Jobs and Skills Australia rates the job outlook as Growing.
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There is no single national fee or length for training that leads to Insurance Agents. Each provider sets its own price, study mode, and entry rules. Those rules can include past study, an English level, work experience, or an interview. Check the AQF level, and whether you study in Australia or online, before you enquire.
About this career
Insurance Agents represent insurance companies in selling insurance to clients.
What they typically do
- Interviewing clients to identify their insurance needs
- Explaining to clients details of insurance and conditions, risk coverage, premiums and benefits
- Assisting clients to determine the type and level of coverage required
- Calculating premiums and establishing method of payment
- Reviewing clients' circumstances to ensure that the level and coverage of insurance is still appropriate
- Settling and monitoring insurance claims to ensure that both client and insurer are satisfied with the outcome
- Recording information about clients and their policies
- Identifying and drawing up lists of potential clients from a variety of sources and contacting them to arrange interviews
- Keeping up-to-date with changes in the insurance industry and informing clients of new developments
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Insurance Agents.
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Diploma of General Insurance
FNS51120 · AQF 5 · 2 providers
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Diploma of Personal Injury and Disability Insurance Management
FNS51920 · AQF 5 · 1 providers
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Certificate IV in Personal Injury Management
FNS42120 · AQF 4 · 4 providers
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Certificate IV in General Insurance
FNS41422 · AQF 4 · 5 providers