Most states required some type of class or classes. For example in Florida, there is a 40 hour class that now can be completed online. Thereafter the person is required to pass a state exam. There are usually some type of fees involved for the courses and the exam.
To become a licensed life insurance agent in your state first go to your state's website and search for the Department of Insurance or DOI. There you will find your state's requirements for becoming licensed. There are several variations for meeting your state's requirements. Usually it will include 30-40 hours of either live classroom training or online training. They include study work to earn a certificate to take your exam usually at a live monitored location in your state. Most states also require a background investigation and or finger prints. All of these fees are usually at your expense. However there are companies that will pay your fees if you look for them. Some states also require you be appointed to an insurance company before your license is issued and others will just issue the license. I recommend shopping companies and agencies while in the process to see who may have the best training program in place to get you started.
Manager, Marindependent Insurance Services LLC, California
I would advise that you begin by working for either an insurance company or an insurance agency to start. Although, technically this may not be required.
The state that you reside and work in, likely will require you to sit and pass an insurance exam. You may also be required to carry errors and omissions insurance.
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The state that you reside and work in, likely will require you to sit and pass an insurance exam. You may also be required to carry errors and omissions insurance.