Category
Business & Finance
What It Is
Investigates insurance claims to determine coverage and settlement amounts after accidents, damage, or loss.
Best For
Detail-oriented people who like investigative work and want a stable salaried role in insurance.
Avoid If
You dislike documentation-heavy work or occasional difficult conversations with claimants.
Degree Required
No degree required for most entry-level adjuster roles, though some insurers prefer one.
Skills Needed
Investigation, negotiation, report writing, basic understanding of policy language.
Training Path
Entry-level adjuster trainee role with employer-provided training; independent/catastrophe adjusters need state licensing.
Certs / Licenses
State adjuster license (required in most states); AIC or CPCU designations for advancement.
Time to First Job
Immediate entry-level hiring is common with employer training.
Cost to Enter
$0-$1,000 for state licensing exam prep.
Income Range
General estimate: $42,000-$52,000 entry-level, $60,000-$85,000+ experienced/catastrophe adjuster. Verify local data.
First Job Titles
Claims Adjuster Trainee, Claims Representative.
Companies Hiring
State Farm, Allstate, Progressive, independent adjusting firms.
Best Next Step
Apply to major insurers’ claims trainee programs, which typically include paid licensing support.
Real Training Providers Near You
- New Hampshire Insurance Department – Concord, New Hampshire (5★, 11 reviews)
- Academy Insurance Schools – Chicago, Illinois (5★, 1 reviews)
- Illinois Public Adjuster School – Chicago, Illinois (5★, 2 reviews)
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