Course Description

3-Hour Flood Insurance (NFIP) – Iowa

✅ Approved by Iowa Insurance Division
Provider #48204 | Course ID #111778

Price: $15.99 — No added/extra fees (✅ includes the $3.00 filing fee we absorb)

Flood insurance is one of the most misunderstood coverages in property insurance — and that’s where mistakes get expensive fast. This 3-hour NFIP Flood Insurance course is 100% online and self-paced, designed to help Iowa insurance producers confidently explain flood risk, choose correct NFIP coverages, and avoid common quoting and claims pitfalls. Finish at your pace, get your instant certificate, and we report credits within 24 hours.

✅ Instant certificate of completion
✅ Log in/out anytime without losing progress
✅ Credits reported to the state within 24 hours
✅ Money-back guarantee
✅ Trusted provider for 10+ years
✅ Support by call/text: 1-800-698-2770

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Who Should Take This Course?

This course is a strong fit for:

✅ Iowa resident insurance producers (especially Property & Casualty, Personal Lines, Multi-Line)
✅ Agents and agency staff who quote or service homeowners, renters, condo, or commercial property policies
✅ Producers who want a clearer, practical understanding of NFIP rules, coverage, and claims
✅ Anyone selling property coverage in areas impacted by flood zones, heavy rain, river overflow, or drainage issues

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Iowa CE & Renewal — What to Know

Iowa licensed resident producers must complete continuing education to renew on time. In general:

✅ 36 total CE credits are required during each license term
✅ Ethics is required as part of the total CE requirement
✅ CE and renewal must be completed before your license expiration date
✅ Iowa does not allow carrying extra CE hours forward into the next term
✅ Plan ahead so your credits post and your renewal is completed on time

Tip: If you’re unsure of your exact expiration date or term deadline, check your license record in your standard license portal and aim to finish CE early.

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How to Renew Your Iowa Insurance License (Step-by-Step)

1. Confirm your renewal deadline (based on your license term and expiration date).

2. Confirm how many CE hours you still need (and whether you still need ethics).

3. Enroll in this course online here: [PASTE COURSE URL]

4. Complete the course at your pace (log in/out anytime).

5. Download your instant certificate immediately after completion.

6. We report your credits within 24 hours to the state.

7. Submit your renewal through your standard Iowa license renewal process before your expiration date.

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What You’ll Learn — Course Outline

Hour 1: NFIP Foundations, Compliance, and Core Concepts

✅ Define the NFIP’s purpose, federal authority, and how FEMA, insurers, and communities coordinate to reduce flood losses
✅ Explain community participation, floodplain management ordinances, and how CRS incentives encourage mitigation and resiliency
✅ Clarify flood zone designations (A, AE, AO, AH, V, VE, X), SFHAs, BFEs, and the role of Elevation Certificates in compliance and pricing
✅ Distinguish the three SFIP forms (Dwelling, General Property, RCBAP) and identify when each applies to residential, commercial, and condo risks
✅ Outline mandatory purchase rules tied to federally related loans, lender enforcement, minimum required limits, and force-placement triggers
✅ Summarize producer responsibilities: disclosures, suitability documentation, advertising accuracy, anti-rebating, and audit-ready recordkeeping

Hour 2: Risk Rating 2.0, Underwriting, and Policy Mechanics

✅ Describe Risk Rating 2.0 variables (flood frequency, distance to water, first-floor height, foundation, occupancy) and their effect on premium
✅ Identify required underwriting data (year built, construction, foundation/enclosures, number of floors, machinery location) and methods to validate it
✅ Differentiate building vs. contents coverage, coverage limits, ICC, deductibles, waiting periods, and common exclusions including basement limitations
✅ Explain RC vs. ACV valuation, primary vs. non-primary residence rating, and treatment of basements, crawlspaces, and elevated enclosures
✅ Discuss endorsements, cancellations, refunds, policy transfers/assumptions at sale, and coordination with private primary or surplus/excess flood
✅ Apply lender and condo scenarios (RCBAP vs. HO-6/unit-owner), small-business considerations, and coverage layering with excess flood solutions

Hour 3: Claims, Mitigation, Mapping Changes, and Ethical Practice

✅ Walk through the claims lifecycle: prompt notice of loss, adjuster inspection, Proof of Loss timelines, appeals, and documentation best practices
✅ Address substantial damage/improvement determinations, ICC claims for mitigation, and coordinating repairs with local officials and codes
✅ Interpret map revisions (LOMA/LOMR-F), newly mapped property rules, and right-sizing coverage when zones or BFEs change
✅ Recommend mitigation strategies (elevation, compliant flood openings, utilities relocation) and explain premium impacts under Risk Rating 2.0
✅ Emphasize ethical sales practices: clear communication of limits/exclusions, avoiding overpromises, supporting vulnerable clients, and COI management
✅ Reduce E&O exposure with checklists, gap/declination notices, accurate applications, and durable records that withstand regulatory review

Need More Iowa CE Hours? 

✅   3 Hour Ethics for Insurance Agents - Iowa:

https://1stchoice-ce.com/courses/checkout/iowa/3-hr-insurance-ethics
 

 

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FAQ

Is this course approved in Iowa?
✅ Yes — Approved by Iowa Insurance Division.

How many hours is this course?
✅ 3 hours.

How fast do you report credits?
✅ We report completed credits within 24 hours.

Do I get an instant certificate?
✅ Yes — you can download your certificate immediately after completion.

Can I log in and out and keep my progress?
✅ Yes — you can stop and resume anytime without losing your place.

Are there extra fees at checkout?
✅ No. The price is $15.99 with no added/extra fees, and it includes the $3.00 filing fee we absorb.

Is this course self-paced / online?
✅ Yes — 100% online and self-paced.

Does Iowa require ethics CE too?
✅ Iowa requires ethics as part of your total CE for the license term. Many producers take an ethics course separately — just make sure you meet the full requirement before renewal.

When is my Iowa renewal due?
✅ Renewal is due before your license expiration date. Your exact deadline depends on your license record. Finish CE early to avoid last-minute issues.

What if I need help or have a question during the course?
✅ Call or text 1-800-698-2770 — we’ll help.

What’s your refund policy?
✅ You’re covered by our money-back guarantee.

Will this help me explain flood coverage to clients more confidently?
✅ Yes — the course is designed to reduce confusion around NFIP basics, coverage limits, underwriting rules, and claims expectations.

Course Details

• Approved by Iowa Insurance Division
• Approved Provider #48204
• Approved Course #111778
• Instant Access - Online Course.
• Study At Your Own Pace. Anytime.
• On Any Device. Phone, Tablet, or Computer.
• Hassle Free Navigation. Easy to Follow.
• Certificate emailed immediately upon completion.
• 1-800-698-2770 for any questions.