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Room: #314
Course Overview:
Implemented by Career and Technical Ed: 52.1701; State approved program 36 week course;
building the gap between in-class studies and the real world. Meets National Standards: Planning,
services for financial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business financial
management.
This course is designed to give the student a comprehensive overview on the principles of insurance
and risk management. During this course, students will have the opportunity to take a certification
and designation exam, both recognized in the insurance profession as being proficient, knowledgeable
and skilled.
Components of Course:
Through on-line modules, hands-on activities, creative projects and assessments, along with guest
speakers, and case studies, students will learn the importance of risk management and insurance as it
relates to both commercial and personal lines. From auto to health, homeowners, business, workers
compensation, retirement and so much more, students will have the opportunity to delve into this
professional sector which is rich in opportunities in a variety of exciting careers.
SEMESTER 1
INTRO to Property and Casualty Insurance 2
semester hours in the lower division
baccalaureate/associate degree category upon
successfully completing certification exam.
SEMESTER 2
AINS 21 Property and Liability Insurance 3
semester hours upper baccalaureate credit upon
successfully completing the designation exam.
Post-Secondary Opportunities: Local partnerships with Olivet College who offers a degree program in
risk management and insurance, and Davenport University who offers a post-baccalaureate certificate
in risk management and insurance.
Concepts
Insurance Regulation
Financial Performance
Marketing
Underwriting
Property
Inland & Ocean Marine
General Liability
Business Income
Commercial Crime
Equipment Breakdown
General Liability
Auto Insurance
Workers Compensation
Business Owners
Specialty/Emerging
Claims
Contract
Loss Exposure
Insurance Planning
Retirement
Disability
Careers
Customer Relations
Manage/Monitor/Communicate
Business Function
Financial Aspect
20%
Work Ethic
Exam
Behavioral Expectations:
Respect for each other, respect for the adults in the school, respect for one's self.
No food or drinks are allowed in the lab/classroom.
Necessary supplies (folder/notebook, paper and pencil are to be brought to class everyday).
QUALITY WORK IS EXPECTED FROM ALL STUDENTS. It is the student's responsibility
to be sure every assignment is to their best possible effort.
Parents may access your grades via PowerSchool.
Absences/Make-up work:
It is imperative that students be present in class because they are responsible for all class work.
Missed assignments will be recorded on an absence form; it is the student's responsibility to ask
for clarification. In cases of absences, a student is allowed to make up missed assignments within
two days of returning to school, or as other arrangements is made.
Lab hours:
Lab #314 is open after school until 4 p.m.; additional times scheduled with Ms. Colizzi. Contact
information: 517.541.5651 or at colizzm@charlottenet.org