Georgia insurance agents must complete continuing education (CE) to maintain an active license and remain in good standing with the Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire. Requirements must be completed before the renewal deadline.
This guide outlines Georgia’s insurance continuing education requirements, including required credit hours, renewal deadlines, ethics requirements, and compliance guidance. You can also review official requirements through the Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire.
Georgia Insurance CE Requirements Overview
Georgia continuing education requirements are based on a two-year renewal period. All required hours must be completed through state-approved courses.
Agents licensed less than 20 years:
- 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years
- Includes 3 hours of Ethics
Agents licensed 20 years or more:
- 20 hours of continuing education every 2 years
- Includes 3 hours of Ethics
Georgia agents can review our Georgia CE course options and requirements before completing their renewal hours. These requirements apply to each renewal period and must be completed before the renewal deadline.
Georgia Insurance License Renewal Cycle
Georgia insurance licenses renew every two years based on the agent’s birth month.
- Continuing education must be completed before the renewal deadline
- The deadline is the last day of an agent’s birth month
- Missing the deadline may result in penalties or license expiration
Continuing education must be completed before the renewal deadline to maintain an active license and remain in good standing.
Georgia CE Hour Requirements
Georgia CE requirements vary based on how long the license has been held. These requirements apply to each renewal period.
- Agents licensed less than 20 years must complete 24 total continuing education hours
- Agents licensed 20 years or more must complete 20 total continuing education hours
- All agents must complete 3 hours of Ethics as part of their total requirement
All remaining hours must be completed through state-approved continuing education courses.
Georgia Ethics Requirement
Georgia requires all licensed insurance agents to complete a 3-hour Ethics course during each renewal period.
This course covers:
- Georgia insurance laws and regulations
- Ethical responsibilities of licensed agents
- Consumer protection standards
- Regulatory updates
This requirement must be completed during each renewal period and cannot be skipped.
What Happens If CE Requirements Are Not Completed
Failure to complete continuing education requirements before the renewal deadline may result in the license becoming inactive.
- Agents may be unable to legally sell or service insurance policies
- Additional fees or penalties may apply
- Additional steps may be required to reinstate the license
Completing continuing education before the renewal deadline avoids disruptions to license status and allows continued authorization to sell and service insurance.
How to Stay Compliant with Georgia CE Requirements
Georgia continuing education requirements are fulfilled by completing state-approved courses and finishing all required hours before the renewal deadline.
- Enroll in state-approved continuing education courses that meet Georgia requirements
- Complete all required credit hours, including the 3-hour Ethics requirement
A structured process can simplify completion and help ensure all requirements are met before the renewal deadline.
You can review our Georgia CE courses here to get started.
Georgia Insurance CE FAQs
How many CE hours are required for Georgia insurance agents?
Georgia insurance agents must complete 24 hours of continuing education every two years, including 3 hours of Ethics. Agents licensed for 20 years or more may qualify for a reduced 20-hour requirement.
When is my Georgia CE deadline?
Continuing education must be completed before the last day of the birth month during each renewal period. The last day of the birth month is the license renewal deadline.
Do Georgia CE credits carry over to the next renewal period?
Only excess continuing education hours may carry over to the next renewal period. Required hours for the current period must still be completed, including the 3-hour Ethics requirement.
Can I complete Georgia CE courses online?
Yes. Georgia allows approved online continuing education courses, enabling required hours to be completed on a flexible schedule.
Complete Your Georgia CE Requirements
Meeting Georgia continuing education requirements does not need to be complicated. A structured process allows required hours to be completed efficiently while maintaining compliance. Completing the required hours on time helps maintain an active license in good standing.
Looking for requirements in another state? Review our guide to insurance continuing education requirements by state.
