Job requirements Adjuster in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as an adjuster in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Insurance adjusters and claims examiners (NOC 12201).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Completion of secondary school is required.
  • A bachelor's degree, college diploma or some post-secondary education or several years of experience as a clerk in the claims department or other general insurance experience is required.
  • Several years of on-the-job training and completion of insurance industry courses and training programs are required.
  • Independent adjusters require a provincial licence issued by the Superintendent of Insurance in the province or territory of employment.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Alberta

Job title Insurance Adjusters, Accident And Sickness Agents, General Insurance Agents, Life Insurance Agents
Regulated

British Columbia

Job title Insurance Adjustor
Regulated

Manitoba

Job title Insurance Adjuster
Regulated

Nova Scotia

Job title Insurance Adjuster

Nunavut

Job title Insurance Adjusters And Claims Examiners
Regulated
Regulatory body: Office of the Superintendent of Insurance of Nunavut (available in French only)

Ontario

Job title Insurance Adjuster
Regulated

Québec

Job title Adjustment Attendant

Saskatchewan

Job title Insurance Adjuster
Regulated

Yukon

Job title Insurance Adjuster

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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