FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CLASS
When should I register for the class?
As soon as you can so that you can receive your study manual and pre-study.
How do I obtain my study manual?
Your study manual will be shipped out via USPS Priority Mail.
What are the class hours (in-person and online via Zoom)?
L&H class starts promptly at 8am and ends at 5pm, both days.
Life only students: Day 1, 8am-5pm.
Health only students: Day 1, 8-10am and Day 2, 8am-5pm.
Do I have to pre-study?
As it is not a must, it is STRONGLY recommended to pre-study before attending the class. Successful passing of the state exam comes from understanding the content. Pre-studying allows the class training to be “second exposure” which leads to better understanding and remembering the course content.
How long are my course credits valid for?
One year from the date of course completion. This means you must pass the state exam and apply for your license before the credits expiration date.
EXAM
When should I register for my state exam?
As soon as you register for the class! In-person testing space is limited and Pearson VUE books up quickly. Online exams are available almost immediately.
When should I schedule my state exam for?
We recommend testing 3-4 days after the class while the material is “fresh in your head”. The longer you wait, the more you start forgetting.
How do I register for my state exam?
You can schedule your exam with Pearson VUE by calling 1-800-274-2616 or online at www.pearsonvue.com/co/insurance Our provider number (school code) is 215615. The official names and codes of the exams are as follows:
Exam Name Exam Code for in-person format Exam Code for online format
CO Life Producer InsCO_Life01 OPLife01
CO Accident and Health Producer InsCO_Health02 OPHealth02
How much does the state exam cost?
Life Producer: $41 for in-person, $31 for online
Accident & Health Producer: $41 for in-person, $31 for online
If you schedule your in-person exams for the same day, you’ll only need to pay one exam fee ($41 total).
How much time is allowed for the exam and how many questions can I expect?
Life: 2 hours / 95 questions
Accident & Health: 2 hours / 96 questions
Click here for a detailed exam breakdown.
What is the passing score?
70%
When will I know my state exam scores?
For in-person exams: Immediately. As soon as you return to the front desk of the testing center, your test results will be handed to you.
For online exams: The results will be emailed to you within an hour.
If you pass, your score is PASS. If you fail (score less than 70%), you will receive your actual score.
Have more exam related questions?
Review the Candidate Handbook.
If English is my second language, can I request more time on the state exam?
Candidates for whom English is a second language may request additional time for the examination by sending the English as a Second Language (ESL) Request Form (found in the back of this handook) to Pearson VUE. Candidates should include with this form a letter from his/her English Instructor or sponsoring company (on official letterhead if from a company) stating that English is not a primary language for the candidate. Candidate should not attempt to make a reservation until after they have been notified by Pearson VUE that their request for additional time has been approved. The approval of additional time will be for the length of the authorization. Candidates who have additional questions about ESL examinations should contact the Special Examination Coordinator at (800) 466-0450.
LICENSING
How do I apply for my license?
After successful passing of the state exam, detailed instructions will be provided on your exam results sheets. You will be asked to fill out an electronic application form on www.sircon.com and pay the necessary fees.
How much does the license cost?
$47 per line of authority (license)
Do I have to be appointed by a company to become licensed?
No, you may obtain your license with or without an affiliation to an insurance company. You will need to be appointed by at least one company (have a contract with the company) when you are ready to use your license.
How old must one be to become a licensed producer in Colorado?
At least 18 years old.
When will I need to renew my license?
Depending on your license's issue date and the month of your birth date, your first renewal date will be set anywhere from 13 to 24 months from the date of issue. After that you'll be renewing your license every two years (fees and continuing education requirements will apply).
When should I register for the class?
As soon as you can so that you can receive your study manual and pre-study.
How do I obtain my study manual?
Your study manual will be shipped out via USPS Priority Mail.
What are the class hours (in-person and online via Zoom)?
L&H class starts promptly at 8am and ends at 5pm, both days.
Life only students: Day 1, 8am-5pm.
Health only students: Day 1, 8-10am and Day 2, 8am-5pm.
Do I have to pre-study?
As it is not a must, it is STRONGLY recommended to pre-study before attending the class. Successful passing of the state exam comes from understanding the content. Pre-studying allows the class training to be “second exposure” which leads to better understanding and remembering the course content.
How long are my course credits valid for?
One year from the date of course completion. This means you must pass the state exam and apply for your license before the credits expiration date.
EXAM
When should I register for my state exam?
As soon as you register for the class! In-person testing space is limited and Pearson VUE books up quickly. Online exams are available almost immediately.
When should I schedule my state exam for?
We recommend testing 3-4 days after the class while the material is “fresh in your head”. The longer you wait, the more you start forgetting.
How do I register for my state exam?
You can schedule your exam with Pearson VUE by calling 1-800-274-2616 or online at www.pearsonvue.com/co/insurance Our provider number (school code) is 215615. The official names and codes of the exams are as follows:
Exam Name Exam Code for in-person format Exam Code for online format
CO Life Producer InsCO_Life01 OPLife01
CO Accident and Health Producer InsCO_Health02 OPHealth02
How much does the state exam cost?
Life Producer: $41 for in-person, $31 for online
Accident & Health Producer: $41 for in-person, $31 for online
If you schedule your in-person exams for the same day, you’ll only need to pay one exam fee ($41 total).
How much time is allowed for the exam and how many questions can I expect?
Life: 2 hours / 95 questions
Accident & Health: 2 hours / 96 questions
Click here for a detailed exam breakdown.
What is the passing score?
70%
When will I know my state exam scores?
For in-person exams: Immediately. As soon as you return to the front desk of the testing center, your test results will be handed to you.
For online exams: The results will be emailed to you within an hour.
If you pass, your score is PASS. If you fail (score less than 70%), you will receive your actual score.
Have more exam related questions?
Review the Candidate Handbook.
If English is my second language, can I request more time on the state exam?
Candidates for whom English is a second language may request additional time for the examination by sending the English as a Second Language (ESL) Request Form (found in the back of this handook) to Pearson VUE. Candidates should include with this form a letter from his/her English Instructor or sponsoring company (on official letterhead if from a company) stating that English is not a primary language for the candidate. Candidate should not attempt to make a reservation until after they have been notified by Pearson VUE that their request for additional time has been approved. The approval of additional time will be for the length of the authorization. Candidates who have additional questions about ESL examinations should contact the Special Examination Coordinator at (800) 466-0450.
LICENSING
How do I apply for my license?
After successful passing of the state exam, detailed instructions will be provided on your exam results sheets. You will be asked to fill out an electronic application form on www.sircon.com and pay the necessary fees.
How much does the license cost?
$47 per line of authority (license)
Do I have to be appointed by a company to become licensed?
No, you may obtain your license with or without an affiliation to an insurance company. You will need to be appointed by at least one company (have a contract with the company) when you are ready to use your license.
How old must one be to become a licensed producer in Colorado?
At least 18 years old.
When will I need to renew my license?
Depending on your license's issue date and the month of your birth date, your first renewal date will be set anywhere from 13 to 24 months from the date of issue. After that you'll be renewing your license every two years (fees and continuing education requirements will apply).