Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)

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2026 CIC Schedule and Locations

Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)

The CIC designation is a respected credential for insurance professionals who want to strengthen their knowledge, sharpen their skills and stand out in a competitive marketplace.

Nationally Recognized Designation CE Included In-Person & Virtual Options
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We think it’s worth investigating. Offered by The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research, the Certified Insurance Counselor designation is designed for insurance professionals who are serious about professional growth and client service.

To earn the CIC designation, individuals must complete five intensive courses, each followed by a comprehensive exam. Courses cover key areas including Commercial Property, Commercial Casualty, Personal Lines, Life and Health, Insurance Company Operations, Commercial Multiline and Agency Management.

Maintaining the CIC requires annual updates, helping designees stay current with industry trends, emerging risks and evolving regulations.

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View the current CIC schedule and location information.

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Hybrid class options

Hybrid Classes Provide In-Person and Virtual Attendance Options

Big I Michigan is pleased to offer two options for attending the same class: in-person or virtual.

To register for the option that works best for you, look for LIVE or WEBINAR in the program names on the class calendar. Both options qualify for CE when provided.

Hybrid option available for classes taking place at Big I Michigan headquarters.

In-Person Program Details

  • CIC Institute: $450 per class, CE included
  • CIC Graduate Seminar: $470 per class, CE included
  • Graduate Seminar Eligibility: The National Alliance dues-paying members only
  • Registration: 7:30 AM
  • Class Begins: 8:00 AM

Virtual Program Details

  • Virtual CIC Course: $450 per class, CE included
  • Class Begins: 8:00 AM
  • Login Time: Attendees must log in 30 minutes prior to class
  • Registration Cut-Off: Class space is limited and closes 2 days prior to the class date
Cancellation Policy: If you must cancel your in-person registration, you will receive a 25% refund. No refunds will be given to those who attend part of a program or who are no-shows. CIC Graduate Seminar cancellations received within 7 days of the seminar will also incur a $75 fee. For virtual programs, please contact Big I Michigan prior to the class if you need to cancel.

About the Exam

Online CIC exam

All CIC exams are now taken online at www.scic.com.

The CIC exam window runs Monday at 1:01 AM through Thursday at 12:59 PM EST the week following class. This online exam format eliminates the need for a third day of CIC programming.

Participants attending an in-person course must submit their proctor request before the end of class through their PROfile page. Please reference your confirmation letter for complete details.

For urgent exam issues, contact examhelp@scic.com.

Course Descriptions

Review CIC course descriptions through The National Alliance website.

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Earning the Designation

You must successfully complete five CIC courses and pass five exams within five calendar years.

To earn the designation, participants must score 70% or better on the two-hour, essay-style exam.

CE Credits

  • Personal Lines: Approved for 16 hours P/C
  • Commercial Casualty: Approved for 16 hours P/C
  • Commercial Property: Approved for 16 hours P/C
  • Commercial Multilines: Approved for 16 hours P/C
  • Life & Health: Approved for 16 hours L/H
  • Agency Management, In-Person: Approved for 13 hours P/C and 3 hours Ethics
  • Agency Management, Virtual: Approved for 16 hours P/C
  • Graduate Seminar, In-Person: Approved for 12 hours P/C and 4 hours Ethics
  • Graduate Seminar, Virtual: Approved for 16 hours P/C

Designation Status

Visit The National Alliance website to look up the status of your designation.

Need a CIC/CISR deadline extension? Contact The National Alliance at (800) 633-2165.

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Hotel Reservations

Big I Michigan hotel group rates are available up to one month prior to classes. The group code for all hotels is included in your email confirmation. Please contact the hotel directly.

Hotel Information

  • Lansing: Hilton Garden Inn Lansing, 633 N Canal Road, (517) 999-9930
  • Lansing: Crowne Plaza West Lansing, 925 S Creyts Rd, (517) 323-7100
  • Wayland: Gun Lake Casino, 1123 129th Ave, (269) 792-7777
  • Novi: Four Points Sheraton, 27000 S Karevich, (248) 348-5000
  • Mt. Pleasant: Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort, 6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd, (989) 775-5777
Accommodations: In accordance with Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, registrants are invited to share any accommodation requests as far in advance as possible. For assistance, contact Big I Michigan at (800) 589-6501 or info@michagent.org.
National Alliance Information: The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. For more information, visit www.nasba.org.

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