RealEstateU Offers an Affordable Way to Become an Insurance Agent in CA

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12-Hour California Ethics Course

This course satisfies California’s Ethics and Code of Conduct education requirement for insurance license applicants.

12-Hour CA Ethics Course

  • Online, self-paced course
  • Covers California insurance ethics, professionalism, and consumer protection
  • Designed to meet California Department of Insurance (CDI) requirements (Provider ID 6017648)

 

$49
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MLO State SAFE.

Each study guide is sold individually and is designed to help you pass the California insurance state exam on your first attempt

California Casualty Insurance Study Guide

  • Online, self-paced study guide
  • Focuses only on topics tested on the CA Casualty exam
  • Includes 5 practice exams

 

$79
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California Property Insurance Study Guide

  • Online, self-paced study guide
  • Covers California Property insurance concepts and regulations
  • Exam-focused summaries and practice questions
  • Includes 5 practice exams

 

$79
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MLO State SAFE.

California Life-Only Agent Study Guide

  • Designed specifically for the CA Life-Only Agent exam
  • Simplified explanations of life insurance products and regulations
  • Includes 5 practice exams

 

$79
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California Accident & Health Agent Study Guide

  • Covers California accident and health insurance exam topics
  • Exam-focused format for faster studying
  • Includes 5 practice exams

 

$79
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California Personal Lines Agent Study Guide

  • Covers personal auto, homeowners, renters, and liability insurance
  • Focuses on California-specific rules and concepts
  • Includes 5 practice exams

 

$79
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California Limited Lines Automobile Insurance Study Guide

  • Designed for the CA Limited Lines Automobile license exam
  • Covers auto liability, coverage types, and CA regulations
  • Includes 5 practice exams

 

$79
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MLO State SAFE.

Why get your California insurance license with RealEstateU?

  • State-Focused Content – Built specifically for California insurance licensing
  • Online & Self-Paced – Study anytime, anywhere
  • Exam-Focused Study Guides – Only what you need to pass
  • Affordable Pricing – No bundles, no upsells, no pressure

Benefits of Becoming a Licensed Insurance Agent in California

Independence
Many insurance agents work independently or as contractors, allowing flexible schedules and income potential.

Strong, Ongoing Demand
Insurance is a regulated industry with consistent consumer demand across life, health, property, and casualty products.

Multiple Career Paths
Licensed insurance professionals can work as:

  • Insurance agents or producers
  • Claims adjusters
  • Underwriters
  • Agency owners

Refund Policy

RealEstateU offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on California insurance courses and study guides, provided that no more than 50% of the product has been completed.

FAQs: Becoming an Insurance Agent in California

There are 4 main steps to becoming a licensed insurance agent in California.

Step 1: Complete Required Education
Complete the 12-Hour California Ethics Course.

Step 2: Pass the California Insurance Exam

  • Exams are administered by PSI
  • Each license type has its own exam
  • Passing score is 60% or higher

Step 3: Get Fingerprinted

  • Fingerprints are required for a background check
  • Must be completed through an approved fingerprint vendor

Step 4: Apply for Your California Insurance License

  • Apply online through the California Department of Insurance
  • Submit proof of education, exam results, and fingerprints
  • Pay the state licensing fee
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • No college degree required
  • Must pass a background check

Costs vary by license type, but typically include:

  • Education costs (starting at $49 with RealEstateU)
  • State exam fee
  • Fingerprinting fee
  • State license application fee
  • Education can be completed in 1–2 weeks
  • Exam scheduling, fingerprinting, and application approval usually take 4–8 weeks
    Most students complete the process in 2–3 months.

Yes. RealEstateU’s California insurance courses and study guides are 100% online and self-paced.

Anyone who sells, solicits, or negotiates insurance in California must be licensed by the state.

  • Insurance agent or producer
  • Claims adjuster
  • Underwriter
  • Agency owner or manager

Entry-level insurance agents in California typically earn between $40,000 and $55,000 per year, with higher earning potential through commissions and experience.

Course Approval Information

California Department of Insurance Provider ID: 6017648

Exam Notice
A student cannot get credit for any course and earn a Certificate of Completion until after they have passed the course final exam.

System Requirements
What Browsers to Use
This course is meant to be viewed using the most popular web browsers: Google Chrome, Safari, and FireFox/Mozilla.

Parts of this course may not display or function properly if viewed on other browsers.

We recommend using Google Chrome when taking the course.

Please keep your web browser updated.

Operating System
Please ensure you keep your operating system up to date.

Processor
The system should be operational with most processors. We recommend using a 2.9 Ghz CPU or higher and 8 GB of RAM or higher.

Connectivity
Broadband (cable/DSL/T-1), Download speed 500K+

Display
1024 x 768 minimum
For technical assistance, please contact our support team at [email protected].