Identity Theft Overview

Covers identity theft risks, fraud prevention strategies, data security practices, and consumer protection responsibilities relevant to licensed insurance professionals.

Texas Certified Insurance School
Texas Department of Insurance
Approved Provider ID: 206304

Course Overview

This course provides insurance professionals with an overview of identity theft risks, prevention strategies, and regulatory considerations related to protecting sensitive client information. Topics include common fraud methods, data security practices, privacy responsibilities, and consumer protection principles relevant to insurance transactions and professional practice.

Designed for licensed insurance professionals, this course helps agents strengthen fraud awareness, recognize potential identity theft risks, and apply responsible data protection practices while maintaining compliance with continuing education requirements.

This course is offered in a classroom-equivalent (CLEQ) delivery format.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand identity theft risks and prevention strategies
  • Recognize indicators of fraud and data breaches
  • Explain responsibilities for protecting client information
  • Apply best practices for data security compliance
  • Promote consumer protection and ethical conduct

Course Content

  1. Identity Theft

Course Access & Completion

  • 12 months of course access
  • Self-paced online learning
  • Complete coursework anytime at your own pace
  • Certificate issued immediately upon completion

Texas Approval Details

This course has been approved by the Texas Department of Insurance for insurance continuing education credit.

Approved for:

  • Life
  • General lines - Life, Accident, Health and HMO
Approval Details
  • Provider ID: 206304
  • Course ID: 146431
  • Course Level: Intermediate

View Texas insurance CE requirements

Texas Continuing Education Requirement

The Texas Department of Insurance requires that at least 50% of a licensee's total continuing education hours for each renewal period be completed in a classroom or classroom-equivalent format. This course is approved as classroom-equivalent credit and can be applied toward that requirement.

Classroom-equivalent continuing education combines the flexibility of online learning with structured participation standards designed to meet classroom instruction requirements.

How classroom-equivalent CE courses work

Course Credit Reporting

Texas Department of Insurance requires a $1.30 per credit hour reporting fee.

Reported within 24 hours of course completion.

The course was easy to navigate and the material was presented clearly. A smooth experience.

Robert Dallas, TX

I appreciated the self-paced format. It made it easy to complete the lessons around my schedule.

Angela San Antonio, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

Is continuing education required for insurance agents?
Yes. Continuing education is required to renew and maintain an active insurance license in every state where National Online Insurance School offers approved CE courses. Requirements vary by state and license type.
Are these continuing education courses state-approved?
Yes. National Online Insurance School provides continuing education courses approved by state insurance departments where applicable. Approval details are listed on each state-specific CE page.
Can continuing education be completed online?
Yes. All continuing education courses are completed fully online and designed for self-paced completion.
How are CE credits reported?
CE credits are reported in accordance with each state's reporting guidelines typically the same day course completion requirements are met.
How do I know which CE requirements apply to me?
Select your state to view the continuing education requirements that apply to your insurance license, including renewal rules and approved course options. You can review state-specific requirements here: Continuing Education Requirements by State.

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