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Insurance Adjusters and Claims Examiners  (NOC 1233)
Fredericton--Oromocto
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Insurance adjusters investigate insurance claims and determine the amount of loss or damages covered by insurance policies. They are employed in claims departments of insurance companies or as independent adjusters. Insurance claims examiners examine claims investigated by insurance adjusters and authorize payments. They are employed at head offices or branches of insurance companies.

adjuster, claims examiner, claims representative, insurance adjuster.

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Insurance adjusters perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Investigate circumstances surrounding insurance claims to determine validity of claim
  • Inspect automobile, home or other property damage
  • Take statements and consult with claimants, accident witnesses, doctors and other relevant individuals and examine records or reports
  • Determine amount of loss or damages covered by insurance policies
  • Negotiate settlement of claims
  • Prepare adjustment reports.
Insurance claims examiners perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Review, examine, calculate and authorize insurance claims investigated by insurance adjusters
  • Examine adjusters' reports and similar insurance claims or precedents to determine extent of insurance coverage
  • Ensure claims are valid and settlements are made according to company practices and procedures
  • Consult lawyers, doctors or other relevant individuals to discuss insurance claims
  • Approve automobile, fire, life, disability, dental or other insurance claims.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Fredericton, Nackawic, Oromocto

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Education & Job Requirements for Insurance Adjusters and Claims Examiners in Fredericton--Oromocto

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

Employment Requirements

Employment requirements are prerequisites generally needed to enter an occupation.

  • 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 are 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 2006 - HRSDC ]

Regulation by Province/Territory

Some provinces and territories regulate certain professions and trades while others do not. If you have a licence to work in one province, your licence may not be accepted in other provinces or territories. Consult the table below to determine in which province or territory your occupation/trade is regulated.

Table of job opportunities for your chosen occupation at the provincial or territorial level.
Province and Territory Regulation
Alberta
Not regulated
British Columbia
Not regulated
Manitoba
Not regulated
New Brunswick
Not regulated
Newfoundland and Labrador
Not regulated
Northwest Territories
Not regulated
Nova Scotia
Not regulated
Nunavut
Not regulated
Ontario
Not regulated
Prince Edward Island
Not regulated
Québec
Not regulated
Saskatchewan
Not regulated
Yukon
Not regulated
[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

Education Programs

Programs in the order in which they are most likely to supply graduates to this occupation (Insurance Adjusters and Claims Examiners):

[ Source: 2006 Census - Statistics Canada ]
Information for Newcomers

Credential Assessment

Provincial credential assessment services assess academic credentials for a fee. Contact a regulatory body or other organization to determine if you need an assessment before spending money on one that is not required or recognized.

The assessment will tell you how your education compares with educational standards in the province or territory where you are planning to settle can help you in your job search.

[ Source: Foreign Credential Recognitionn Program - HRSDC ]
Please consult the Fredericton--Oromocto and New Brunswick tabs for more useful information related to education and job requirements.