PRC® and PEBC™ are registered trademarks of The Institutes Designations, LLC.
PRC® and PEBC™ are registered trademarks of The Institutes Designations, LLC.
A collaboration between The Council & The Institutes
The Council and The Institutes are proud to bring you two early-career designation programs — designed by brokers, for brokers — to quickly and effectively bring new-to-the-industry talent up to speed on your business.
Both the Professional Risk Consultant (PRC®) program for Property & Casualty and the Professional Employee Benefits Consultant (PEBC™) program, for EB professionals, equip new hires with the tools and confidence they need to become valued contributors to your firm.
The Professional Risk Consultant (PRC®) and Professional Employee Benefits Consultant (PEBC™) designations are early-career training programs created by The Council and The Institutes. Designed by brokers, for brokers, they help new-to-the-industry professionals build a strong foundation in Property & Casualty or Employee Benefits. These programs are ideal for hires with less than two years in the industry who are eager to grow into valued contributors — and for firms looking to accelerate the development of new, client-facing talent.
Earning the PRC® or PEBC™ designation helps new insurance professionals gain credibility, technical expertise, and confidence early in their careers. Graduates stand out to clients and peers, accelerate their professional growth, and often qualify for Continuing Education (CE) credits — all while learning through flexible, on-demand, and hybrid formats. Designations also signal a strong commitment to learning and provide a foundation in real-world brokerage practices, making them a key differentiator when firms evaluate new talent for client-facing or production roles.
Unlike many traditional certifications, the PRC® and PEBC™ programs were built by brokers, for brokers. They focus on real-world brokerage applications — not textbook theory — and are tailored to the specific needs of Property & Casualty and Employee Benefits firms. The programs are also faster to complete and more directly aligned with client-facing work than many other industry certifications.
Each program provides a comprehensive foundation in brokerage essentials.
• PRC® (Property & Casualty): Risk identification, policy structure, underwriting, claims, and client advisory skills.
• PEBC™ (Employee Benefits): Health plan design, compliance, funding strategies, and employee engagement.
Both include practical exercises, case studies, and tools managers can use to reinforce learning on the job.
Both designation programs are designed to fit busy schedules. Participants can complete coursework through on-demand or hybrid formats, combining self-paced online learning with live instruction. The timeline varies by learner, but most complete their designation within several months while applying lessons directly on the job.
Enrollment depends on how you prefer to learn, and the right format comes down to your learning style and schedule.
Both pathways lead to the same respected PRC® or PEBC™ designation and provide access to best-in-class educational content for early-career insurance professionals.
Yes. The on-demand course via The Institutes offers corporate packages with discounted pricing for firms that hire at scale. These packages make it easy for HR, Learning & Development, and Operations leaders to integrate PRC® or PEBC™ programs into their onboarding process — giving every new hire the same strong foundation in risk and insurance.
Yes. Participants gain access to instructor support, peer learning opportunities, and a library of reinforcement tools. Managers also receive guidance to help coach new hires, track progress, and connect program concepts to daily client work — ensuring that learning translates to performance.
Insurance designation programs streamline the onboarding process by giving new hires a structured learning path that covers industry fundamentals, terminology, and client-service best practices. This helps firms save time and ensures every new employee develops consistent, high-quality knowledge — regardless of their background. The PRC® and PEBC™ programs are specifically designed with this in mind, offering flexible formats that integrate directly into your firm's onboarding workflow.
Yes. Participants in the PRC® and PEBC™ programs may earn Continuing Education (CE) credits, helping them maintain state licenses while developing practical, on-the-job skills. The programs are approved by multiple state regulators and align with professional development requirements for many firms.
Both early-career programs build technical and professional skills simultaneously. Participants learn about risk management, coverage analysis, and policy design, while also developing communication, client-relationship, and problem-solving skills. The PRC® and PEBC™ programs are built around exactly these competencies, giving new hires a practical, well-rounded foundation from day one.
Unlike many traditional certifications, the PRC® and PEBC™ programs were built by brokers, for brokers. They focus on real-world brokerage applications — not textbook theory — and are tailored to the specific needs of Property & Casualty and Employee Benefits firms. The programs are also faster to complete and more directly aligned with client-facing work.
Graduates join a national network of trained professionals and gain access to continued development opportunities. Participants at Council member firms can further their growth through advanced Council programs such as Broker Smackdown and The Council at Lloyd’s. Many firms view these designations as a key milestone within producer or leadership development tracks, recognizing graduates as ready to take on expanded client and management responsibilities.