The Exam

Similar to "the bar" or "CPA", the insurance industry requires all its agents to pass an exam. The test varies by the state in which you reside. In some cases, you can break it up into sections and only take the area you sell, such as life, or health.

My situation is a bit unfortunate, because DC law states that I must pass both life and health in order to sell just health insurance. This now means I must study for something that I won't be dealing with, but I have no choice. The passing grade in Maryland is a 70 whereas in DC its 75, unless it recently changed. The best advice that I have received has been to take a bunch of practice tests until you do well (85-90%), then schedule an appointment for the real deal. I plan to take it this Friday.