The Insurance Institute of Ireland

Provider of insurance qualifications, training, CPD and the Insurance Practitioner Apprenticeship
The Insurance Institute has been providing the highest level of training and development to the Irish insurance industry since 1885.
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The Insurance Institute of Ireland
Insurance Centre
5 Harbourmaster Place
IFSC
D01 E7E8
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About Us

The Insurance Institute has been providing the highest level of training and development to the Irish insurance industry since 1885. We're headquartered in Dublin city centre with Local Institutes in Cork, Dublin, Galway, Limerick and Sligo.

Programmes

Insurance education tailored to each stage of your career path, designed to help you develop the skills you need now and in the future.

Employers

From global companies to Irish owned brokerages, we help companies deliver their talent and compliance strategies.

Employer Benefits

Corporate Approved Payment Scheme (CAPS)

Implementing a CAPS streamlines the administration of Institute memberships and enhances staff engagement with educational programs.

Employer Portal

Gain insights into your funded staff members, including their CPD completion for graduate members, applications for funded education programs, and exam pass rates. You can also submit content for CPD accreditation.

Business Support

Receive dedicated one-on-one support for any queries regarding membership renewals, program/exam registrations, CPD activities, and regulatory compliance for you and your employees.

Career Pathway

To support members in building rewarding careers, the Institute has developed a career pathway that provides relevant learning for each stage of a member's career.

Join Our Community of Insurance Professionals.

We are committed to the professional development of over 15,000+ members.

  • Membership

    Membership of The Insurance Institute is not only a badge of distinction it demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and professionalism.

    A Community of Like-Minded Professionals

    Join over 15,000 insurance professionals and expand your national and local insurance network.

    Online Member Area

    The Member Area allows you to manage CPD compliance and enhance your technical knowledge through a variety of CPD eLearning, study supports, and other exclusive learning resources.

    Inspiring Knowledge

    Take advantage of the Institute's extensive live and online CPD offerings, developed by local and international experts to keep members' knowledge up to date.

    Local Institute Networks

    Become part of a Local Institute of like-minded professionals and grow together through local networking, educational, and social events.

    Dedicated Member Services Team

    The Institute Member Services team is available to answer any qualification, exam, CPD, or general queries and can be reached by phone, email or the Contact Us form.

  • Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

    CPD is not only a regulatory requirement but also a commitment to lifelong learning, enhancing skills, and expanding knowledge. It benefits the member, their employer, and their customers.

    • Accreditation services
    • Live CPD Webinars
    • In-person CPD workshops
    • On-demand eLearning

    Learn more about CPD

  • The Insurance Practitioner Apprenticeship

    A three-year, level 8 honours degree programme that combines academic learning with on-the-job experience, enabling apprentices to develop both technical and soft skills.

    The Insurance Practitioner Apprenticeship is an exciting and proven way for employers to develop talent for their company and the insurance industry.

    The programme is tailored for school leavers, new graduates, and career changers looking to establish a career in the general or life insurance industry.

    Reasons to hire and apprentice!

    • Future-proof your business
    • Attract and retain high performing talent
    • Leverage new perspectives and skills
    • Subsidised educational costs covered
    • €2K annual employer grant for each of the three years (€6K)

    Learn more about The Insurance Practitioner Apprenticeship

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Certificate in Climate Risk

The Insurance Institute, is pleased to offer a timely opportunity for professionals working in financial services to upskill in climate and sustainability risk. With climate-related risks becoming increasingly frequent and severe—and with sustainability competencies now embedded in the Central Bank of Ireland’s Minimum Competency Code (MCC)—there has never been a more critical time to build capability in this area. The Certificate in Climate Risk is a practical, up-to-date programme designed specifically for the financial services sector. It will equip you with the knowledge and skills to understand and respond to emerging climate risks in your role. A limited-time 25% discount on the programme fee is available through IFS Skillnet funding.

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Become a Climate Champion Gain the knowledge to lead positive change.

Enhance your career prospects with a qualification that builds your technical capacity equipping you to accurately analyse sustainability risks and ensure the financial system is fit for purpose in an evolving landscape.
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