Fundamentals of Insurance Course
Build the knowledge and confidence needed to understand core insurance concepts and prepare for your licensing pathway.
Students should choose the course option specifically designed for their home province or licensing jurisdiction.
Course Overview
The Fundamentals of Insurance course introduces students to important insurance principles, terminology, and policy concepts that form the bedrock of the profession. By understanding the core mechanics of risk and protection, you build a solid foundation for your career in the insurance industry.
Throughout this program, we delve into underwriting basics, claims concepts, and the ethical responsibilities that define professional conduct. Students will explore broker duties and responsibilities, ensuring they not only master technical knowledge but also understand the human and legal elements of their role.
Our curriculum is specifically designed to cover key topics that support your long-term success. Whether you are navigating property and casualty concepts or preparing for specialized licensing, this course provides the structured learning path required to excel in Canada's regulated insurance environment.
Curriculum Themes
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Explain how insurance works and why it matters.
Understand how contract law applies to insurance policies.
Recognize key government and insurance industry regulations.
Identify the main features of property insurance policies.
Describe the insurance process and the roles of key participants.
Compare common personal property (habitational) insurance coverages.
Outline the basics of commercial property insurance.
Distinguish between common liability insurance policies and coverages.
Understand the fundamentals of legal liability.
Summarize the purpose of farm insurance.
Describe the basics of accident & sickness and travel insurance.
Apply regulations, ethics, and professionalism in day-to-day insurance practice.
What’s Included
Choose the Fundamentals of Insurance option that fits your needs. Compare what ’s included in the Complete FOI Course and the FOI Exam Prep Quiz Package.
FOI Course - Premium Package
Best for: Learners who want full instruction and guided preparation.
Includes:
• Complete chapter instruction
• Recorded classes
• Study notes and slides
• Flashcards
• Chapter quizzes
• Practice midterm and final exams
FOI Course - Exam Prep Package
Best for: Learners who have already completed their studies and want additional exam practice.
Includes:
• Chapter practice quizzes
• Flashcards
• Practice midterm and final exams
• Performance tracking
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PREMIUM PACKAGE
$249
plus tax
Course Pricing
Pricing includes 3 months of access to all online study tools and instructor support. Students are responsible for purchasing their own textbooks and are expected to complete their readings independently; classes will prioritize specific topics, though you may bring any questions to your session. Please note that students are also responsible for the cost of their exams and must schedule their own exam dates.
Exam Prep Package
$99.00
plus tax
Choose Your Course Option
Select the course that applies to your province to ensure you receive the correct licensing materials.
Fundamentals of Insurance - Premium (BC)
Designed for students taking the Fundamentals of Insurance course for British Columbia. Total cost of the course is $249 plus applicable taxes.
Fundamentals of Insurance - Premium
(AB, MB, & SK)
Designed for students taking the Fundamentals of Insurance course for Alberta, Manitoba or Saskatchewan. Â Total cost of the course is $249 plus applicable taxes.
Fundamentals of Insurance Exam Prep Package (BC)
Designed for students taking the Fundamentals of Insurance course for British Columbia. Â Total cost of the course is $99 plus applicable taxes.
Fundamentals of Insurance Exam Prep Package (AB, MB, & SK)
Designed for students taking the Fundamentals of Insurance course for Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, or Ontario. Â Total cost of the course is $99 plus applicable taxes.
Who This Course Is For
The Fundamentals of Insurance course is designed to empower a diverse range of students seeking a career in the insurance sector.
Individuals entering the insurance industry
Students preparing for a licensing pathway
New insurance professionals who want a strong foundation
Brokerage or agency employees who need structured training
Professionals who want to better understand property and casualty insurance fundamentals