How to become a health insurance agent?

There are several steps to becoming a health insurance agent. First, you need a high school diploma or GED certificate. A bachelor’s degree can increase your job prospects, but it is not always required. Next, you need to earn your certification. Health insurance agents have their own license requirements that are separate from licensing for property or casualty insurance agents. Licensing requirements vary by state. Other qualifications include an understanding of health care laws, state and federal health benefits, and tax laws. You also need excellent computer skills and should be good at working with people over the phone.