Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where do you hold classes?
A: At our main campus, 10468 Roosevelt Blvd N, St Petersburg, FL 33716. Classes can be attended via Classroom or Webinar. In addition, we occasionally hold classes online and at various locations across Florida, depending on the course. See our course schedule for a location near you. All classroom and webinar courses start and end in Eastern time (EST/EDT).
Q: If I have a criminal history, can I still get a Florida Insurance License?
A: A past criminal history does not necessarily mean you cannot obtain a license. The nature of the offense and how long ago it occurred are considered. You can check here for more information on the Department's website. You can also call the Department at (850) 413-3137 and speak with someone about your specific situation.
Q: I have an upcoming webinar. How does it work?.
A: The training platform allows you to join directly from your internet browser. On the morning of the course, you will log into the Central Insurance School website. On your Scheduled Courses tab, you will click on Go To Course next to the course you are attending.
If you are given a choice on how to watch the webinar, choose "Join from this browser." This is the easiest option.
If presented with the choice, choose "Join as a guest."
Q: What is the age requirement to get a Florida Insurance License?
A: An individual must be at least 18 years of age to sit for the Florida State Licensing Exams.
Q: Does Central Insurance School offer any Surplus Lines Pre-licensing classes?
A: Surplus classes are not currently being held. However, if you are interested, please get in touch with the school for the sign-up sheet.
Q: I've taken the CPSR, PCSR, or PCA designation programs. Where on the Department of Insurance application do I indicate that I currently hold a designation?
A: Question #5 on the application will ask if you have received any of the following designations (it will list out the designation). Check the Yes box.
Q: Are there continuing education classes offered online?
A: Several classes have been designed and are being offered or will be offered in the near future. Click "Online Courses" on the navigation bar.
Q: Are there online classes available for pre-licensing courses?
A: At this time, the online pre-licensing classes we offer are:
- General Lines Agent (2-20) - 200 Hour Online course
- Personal Lines Agent (20-44) - 60 Hour Online course
- Life & Annuity Agent (2-14) - 40 Hour Online course
- Health Agent (2-40) - 40 Hour Online course
- Health, Life, Annuities & Variable Contracts Agent (2-15) - 60 Hour Online course
All other classes offered are for continuing education credit hours.
Due to some previous issues with our copyrighted material being stolen, upon completion of the final course exam for an online text course, the course material is no longer available to the student. Please ensure you are finished studying the course material before taking the final exam.
Q: Is there an example of how your online courses work?
A: We do have a sample of how the online courses work here.
Q: What do you do with my personal information from my account?
A: See our Privacy Policy here.
Q: I signed up for a Webinar. How do I access it?
- At least 15 minutes before the start of the course, go to the Central Insurance School Website homepage (www.centralinsuranceschool.com).
- Select the "Sign In" link on the navigation bar.
- On the Log In page, sign in using your personal email address and your password.
- On your Profile Page, click the "Scheduled Courses" tab.
- In the Courses grid, click the "Go To Course" button for the appropriate course.