The Certified Professional Insurance Agent (CPIA) Designation is the first-of-its kind, hands-on, how-to training on sales and marketing topics and techniques. It is nationally recognized as the mark of professionalism, commitment to professional training and results, and exceptional technical knowledge.
To earn the CPIA designation, candidates are required to participate in a series of 3, one-day Insurance Success Seminars. Seminars are designed to enhance the ability of producers, sales support staff and company personnel to efficiently create and distribute effective insurance programs. Participants leave with actionable ideas that can produce results immediately.
The CPIA Seminars have been rated very highly by graduating producers, agency owners, and by participating company representatives and they qualify for CE credit! The format and nominal cost to attend each module have made them particularly useful and popular.
Candidates have 3 years to complete the series of (3) Insurance Success Seminars and the courses may be taken in any order. Upon completion of the series, candidates will be awarded the CPIA designation. Candidates are notified of their eligibility by email from the CPIA Society. Diplomas are prepared and distributed on a quarterly basis.
The CPIA Designation qualifies as an approved E&O Loss Control Seminar by Utica National Insurance
The CPIA Designation requires an annual update to maintain your designation. This update requirement can be satisfied through participation in any 1 of the 3 core Insurance Success seminars or participation in any of the CPIA Special Topic Seminars.
This year’s seminars will be presented by Steve Becher, CIC, CPIA. Steve is the Executive Director of the PIA of North Dakota. Prior to joining PIA, Steve was a teacher and coach. He also spent 18 years in the property/casualty business as an agent and later as agency manager of an independent insurance agency in West Fargo, ND. Steve consistently receives high reviews for educational classes, including the CPIA seminars.
CPIA Advanced: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
*Registration: 7:30—8:00 AM
*Class Schedule: 8:00 AM—4:00 PM - Breaks provided
Each in-person course registration includes a light breakfast, boxed lunch, and MN CE. CE Approval by State can be found HERE.
Course Description:
AN AGENT’S GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING & MITIGATING CYBER EXPOSURES CPIA Special Topic Seminar - An Agent's Guide to Understanding and Mitigating Cyber ExposuresERSTANDING & MITIGATING CYBER EXPOSURES During this workshop participants will:
All classes will be held at: SFM Mutual Insurance Company - 3500 American Blvd W #700, Bloomington, Minnesota 55431
Registration: 7:30—8:00 AM
Class Schedule: 8:00 AM—4:00 PM - Breaks provided
SFM - The Work Comp Experts
3500 American Blvd W #700, Bloomington Minnesota 55431 - CEDAR Conference Room - signs will direct you to the classroom. A security badge will be provided for class attendees so be sure to arrive in plenty of time to receive your badge before the class starts.
$195 PIA of MN Members / $215 Non-Members
*Platinum Partners receive two complimentary series registrations and Gold Partners receive one complimentary series registration (applies to PIA of MN in-person CPIA classes only),
Cancellation Policy: No refunds for cancellations received 7 or fewer days prior to the class.
Registration Fees are deductible as ordinary business expenses; however, they may not be considered charitable contributions. Location and time subject to change.
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