The Institute and Qualifications

Types of CII qualifications

The insurance qualifications framework offered by the CII has been designed to provide a clear path for those looking to develop their career in today’s insurance market (the CII also offers a qualifications framework in financial planning).

The insurance framework gives candidates the following study options:

Award in Insurance
An introductory-level study programme, providing basic fundamental knowledge on key topics. Candidates pass one test, gaining credits which they can use towards study for a CII qualification.

Certificate in Insurance
This is the entry level qualification, suitable for those starting out in the profession and gaining the essential basic knowledge of the market, key disciplines and products. It requires candidates to pass a 40-credit threshold.

Diploma in Insurance
This qualification recognises technical development achieved by those with a growing understanding of the profession. It requires candidates to pass a 110-credit threshold.

Advanced Diploma in Insurance
This is the professional qualification awarded to experienced and expert market practitioners. It requires candidates to pass a 290-credit threshold.

Fellowship
This requires the completion of a personalised, structured advanced professional development programme.


Designations

Candidates obtaining the Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Fellowship, who are already or subsequently become CII members, can apply to use the designations ‘Cert CII®’, ‘Dip CII®’, ‘ACII®’ and 'FCII®' respectively. Designation holders are required to comply with the CII’s CPD requirements.


Further professional courses of study and development

In addition to these qualifications, the CII also offers other options for insurance professionals seeking to enhance and demonstrate their personal development. These include:

MSc in Insurance and Risk Management – developed in conjunction with Cass Business School this is a respected qualification in its own right, but can also form part of Fellowship studies. A fast-track completion route is available for Advanced Diploma, or equivalent, holders.

Chartered Status – cements a qualified practitioner’s professional standing with titles to match career specialisms: Chartered Insurer, Chartered Insurance Broker, Chartered Insurance Practitioner. It has been developed for those holding the Advanced Diploma who are seeking to demonstrate their professional standing.

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