Risk Management and Insurance Operations, Certificate
Program Overview
Everybody needs insurance, because everyone faces risk: individuals, businesses, governmental units, and non-profit organizations. As new technologies and new business models continue to emerge, the challenge of managing risk is ever evolving, making risk management and insurance an exciting career field. The industry remains strong during economic downturns and provides for a rewarding life with competitive salaries and the opportunity to help people and businesses to avoid disasters and rebuild lives when disasters are unavoidable.
The certificate in Risk Management and Insurance (RMI) Operations is an 18-credit hour program that quickly provides students with an introduction to the field of insurance. Students can complete the certificate in 2 semesters! The certificate includes coursework in Principles of Property and Liability Insurance, Personal Insurance, Commercial Insurance, essential Microsoft Office applications, keyboarding, and an internship course. Although a specific internship is not guaranteed, the intention of the internship course and assigned internship is to provide students with the opportunity to work with experienced business development professionals on a real-world sales campaign. The internship site, for those in Gainesville, will likely be close to Blount Hall; however, the sales campaign experience may or may not be with a local company.
Successful completion of the RMI certificate program allows students to leave SF with a certificate noting education and experience in the insurance industry that may be used to pursue entry-level insurance positions.
After completion of the certificate, students may continue their education in the Associate in Science, Business Administration - Insurance & Risk Management program as well as other Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science programs.
The PERT Exam is required, demonstrating college level skills in reading, writing, and math. In addition, students should be familiar with computers and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
DRC and Testing Accommodations
Requests for testing accommodations must be made in advance with the Disabilities Resource Center (DRC) located on the Northwest Campus. Please be prepared to provide documentation of disability to the DRC when making the request. Contact 352-395-4400 v/TTY for further assistance.
All tuition and fees are estimated costs and subject to change without notice.
Program Costs:
- Florida Residents:
- $106.77 per credit hour x 18 credit hours = $1,921.86
- Non-Florida Residents:
- $382.90 per credit hour x 24 credit hours = $6,892.20
Does not include books, lab fees, etc.
For more information, please visit Tuition Costs and Due Dates
Scholarships
There are several scholarships available to students.
- Career and Technical Education Scholarships
- For other scholarships available for SF students, please visit the college's Scholarships Page for information and how to apply.
Financial Aid
There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. For more information and how to apply, please visit the Financial Aid page.
AHIMA PCAP Approved Coding Program
Santa Fe College is one of 27 PCAP approved coding programs throughout the nation.
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Benefits of PCAP Approval
- Industry-wide recognition for compliance with quality standards in programming, instruction, curriculum, and competencies for non-degree granting academic coding certificate programs
- Prominent listing in the Directory of PCAP Approved Programs
- Student eligibility to sit for AHIMA's Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P) certification exams
- Demonstrated adherence to rigorous standards set by industry leaders in coding practice and coding education
- Demonstrated commitment to coding practice workforce development through practical application and competency demonstration via required professional practice experiences
Typical Job Titles
- Insurance Sales Agent
- Insurance Underwriters
- Other Insurance Industry Professional Positions
Salary range in Florida:
- Workers on average earn $63,730.
- 10% of workers earn $47,710 or less.
- 10% of workers earn $106,470 or more.
After successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Develop a successful promotion plan for an insurance agency.
- Manage business information using appropriate technology.
- Demonstrate employability skills in a legal and ethical business environment.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of customers and the sales process.
Course Sequencing for Full Time Students
Florida CIP: 0552021500
SF Program Code: 6532
2024 – 2025
Program Length: 2 Semesters
Credit Hours: 18 Hours
Format: Hybrid or Online
Term 1 Fall (9 Credit Hours)
- RMI1201 Principles of Property and Liability Insurance (3 Credit Hours)
- OST2711 Word Processing / Keyboarding 1 (3 Credit Hours)
- CGS1101 Microsoft Office Applications (3 Credit Hours)
Term 2 Spring (9 Credit Hours)
- RMI2113 Personal Insurance (3 Credit Hours)
- RMI2213 Commercial Insurance (3 Credit Hours)
- IDS2941 Internship/Career Building (3 Credit Hours)
Grade of C or better in all coursework, including internship, required to receive certificate.
- Students are urged to make an appointment to see Santa Fe College's Business Programs Advisor once each semester to ensure that adequate progress toward the certificate is being made.
- Students must apply for graduation upon enrollment in their last semester of coursework.
- Student Conduct Code
- Academic Progress
Disclosure
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is not the bill that you will receive from Santa Fe College. It is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Santa Fe College for one academic year including tuition, books, course materials, living expenses, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses.
Tuition and fees in the cost of attendance below are calculated for credit hour programs, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters. Actual tuition and fees may vary by program. For a better understanding of your chosen program’s tuition and fees, see program costs above.
| Off-Campus* | Off-Campus with Parent** | |
|---|---|---|
|
Tuition and Fees In-State: $106.77 per credit |
In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190 |
In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190 |
|
Books, Course Materials, |
$783 | $783 |
| Living Expenses (Food & Housing) |
$10,367 | $3,654 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$2,394 | $2,394 |
| Transportation | $1,197 | $3,942 |
| Total |
In-State: $17,304 Out-Of-State: $23,931 |
In-State: $13,336 Out-Of-State: $19,963 |
| Off-Campus* | Off-Campus with Parent** | |
|---|---|---|
|
Tuition and Fees In-State: $126.33 per credit |
In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292 |
In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment |
$783 | $783 |
| Living Expenses (Food & Housing) |
$10,367 | $3,654 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$2,394 | $2,394 |
| Transportation | $1,197 | $3,942 |
| Total |
In-State: $17,773 Out-Of-State: $25,033 |
In-State: $13,805 Out-Of-State: $21,065 |
*Off-Campus: you intend to live off-campus but not with your parent(s).
**Off-Campus with Parent: you intend to live with your parent(s) or other relatives.
Note: All costs and rates are subject to change for the upcoming year.
For more detailed information, visit SF's Cost of Attendance page.