VAIA

VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE AGENTS

Why We are Here

Our purpose is education.  First, we help consumers understand and feel more at ease about insurance, which is an increasingly complex topic that can seem intimidating.   We also work to promote the insurance profession as the amazing career opportunity that it is.  Many people don’t realize that insurance is truly about helping people when they need it the most; if you have a heart for helping others, you’ll find our profession very rewarding.

How VAIA Makes A Difference

We are committed to showing the human side of the insurance industry

Education Resources

IIAV provides classes throughout the state of Virginia.  A variety of topics are covered including but not limited to: Commercial Lines, Designation Programs, Ethics, Errors & Omissions, Laws & Regulations, Pre-Licensing Courses, Personal Lines and Soft Skills. 

CALENDAR

IIAV provides a variety of in-person, webinar, and self-study classes and events for Agents

CE REQIURMENTS

The Virginia State Corporation Commission, through its Bureau of Insurance and the Virginia Insurance Continuing Education Advisory Board, is empowered by to require insurance consultants and agents holding certain licenses type to complete Continuing Education.

DESIGNATIONS

IIAV currently offers 9 Designations: AAI, ACSR, AFIS, AIAM, AIAO, AIP, AISM, CLCS, CRIS, and MLIS.

PRE-LICENSING

Agents are required to be licensed to sale insurance in the state of Virginia.

E&O Classes

As a valued E&O customer, we want you to be sure you take advantage of all the savings possible.

US VETERANS PROGRAM

Virginia Association of Insurance Agents wants to support the individuals who have served our country by offering FREE insurance pre-licensing classes to all U.S. veterans and their spouses.

Professional Development for Agents

Member agencies have access to products, services, and education created for independent agents, by independent agents, and our partners.

IIAV provides classes throughout the state of Virginia.  A variety of topics are covered, including but not limited to: Commercial Lines, Designation Programs, Ethics, Errors & Omissions, Laws & Regulations, Pre-Licensing Courses, Personal Lines, and Soft Skills. 

Classes can be taken via traditional classroom, webinar, or online self-study. We can also coordinate in-house classes.

IIAV hosts several events throughout the year that are great opportunities to network with other agents and company representatives.  Attending these conferences will allow you to make contacts, expand your insurance knowledge, and stay informed on the latest news and trends in our industry, some with continuing education.

  • IIAV Annual Convention & Tradeshow
  • Young Agents Conference
  • IIAV Insurance Day on the Hill
  • VAIA Women’s Conference

IIAV Members have the opportunity to find and post jobs on our Career Board. Find opportunities for growth!