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Insurance Agents

Insurance agents sell policies that provide financial protection in case of death, accidents, or acts of nature.

There are many types of insurance, including life, property, car, fire, medical, and dental. Insurance agents explain the different options and help customers choose the policies that are right for them

Insurance Agents are in the Finance career cluster and the Insurance pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median

$23.61 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   21.8%

Well above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Postsecondary vocational training is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Act as representatives for nationwide insurance companies.
  • Explain the details of different insurance policies to customers. Customize insurance plans based on specific customer needs.
  • Gather information about the items or people being insured. Calculate premiums.
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Job Title Examples:

 Account Executive,  Agent,  Customer Service Representative (CSR) 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.