Also called: Insurance Agent
Sells auto, home, life and health insurance to people and businesses.
You call a family whose policy is up for renewal, explain why they need more life insurance, quote a car policy for a teen driver and follow up with five leads.
Commission plays a big role; strong agents earn far more than the median.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. High school diploma; a state license for each type of insurance.
Ways in: Certification, On-the-job training, 4-year college. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Majors to look at: Risk Management & Insurance, Business Administration.
Growing about average (about 4% over 10 years). About average.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. Online quotes and AI agents handle simple auto and renters policies; human agents win on life, business and complex needs.
Age 18+. One way to start: Sign up for your state’s pre-license course and exam; many agencies like State Farm offices pay for it First: State property & casualty or life & health license (course plus exam)
Classes: Business class, Marketing class, Speech and Debate.
Official data: O*NET occupation 41-3021.
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