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  Is a Texas adjuster license good in other states?

No and Yes. The Texas license will reciprocate with over 30 other states. That means that reciprocating states will, for a fee, issue their license to you if you hold a Texas license. This makes it easy to get other state’s license, but you must get the license.  

Where is your classroom located?

We will teach classes upon request anywhere in the free world.  Our regularly scheduled adjuster classes are at:

Arlington, Texas : Quality Inn Hotel, 1607 North Watson Road, Most people refer to North Watson Road as Highway 360, and the Quality Inn is located in the northwest quadrant of Highway 360 and Brown Boulevard.  (817) 640-4444

Dallas, Texas : Best Western Hotel, 13333 North Stemmons, Most people call this I-35.  Although it has a Dallas address, it’s actually in Farmer’s Branch on the west service road of southbound I-35 about 600 yards north of Valley View St.  (972) 241-8521

Houston, Texas : Comfort Suites Hotel, 150 Overland Trail, located on the southbound service road of I-45 just south of FM 1960.  (281) 440-4448

Austin, Texas : Holiday Inn Express, 2751 Highway 71 East, just down the road from the entrance to the airport.  The address is actually in Del Valle.  (512) 385-1000

Will the VA or G.I. Bill assist with the tuition?

Apparently not.  However there are resources available – contact the American GI Forum at (214) 631-7695 or (817) 737-0311.  They have offices in many locations but these are the only ones we have phone numbers for.

Is there a market for adjusters?

The market for adjusters is no different than any other profession, with a notable exception.  In this industry, the market becomes much better following a major catastrophe such as Hurricane Katrina or the Northridge earthquake.  Under normal conditions, the good people will get the jobs.  That does not mean people with a 4 page resume or degree.  When hiring, one must consider all the other factors which are important but not taught in college.

Will I need More Training After Your Class?

Put yourself in an employer’s place. Would you prefer an employee who strives to be better than the rest, or an employee who just got a license and nothing more? That’s one way to look at it, but there are other considerations, too. Some employers prefer a licensed, untrained and untainted person who can enter the workplace with no pre-established bad habits. Each company has its own way of doing things. On the other hand, some companies just don’t have the time or available staff to train anyone, hence those companies may prefer training and or experience.

Will those of you with no prior training or experience walk right into a high paying job following our class? As a general rule, no. However, without the appropriate license, there will be no chance of any adjuster position in Texas.

We normally council those with no experience to talk to other employed adjusters and make up their own mind about what’s needed. Also, you may want to contact the following for counsel on additional training:

Larry Conner, Houston, (281) 298-7986

Mickey Hamilton, Dallas, (214) 260-5851 (also has a claims team)

George Epps, Dallas, (972) 394-1013

Jimmie Fair, Mobile AL, (251) 662-1457 (also has a claims team) jimmie.fair@americanadj.com

Vale National, Arlington, TX (817) 633-4800

 There are some required training programs if you want to go to work for certain companies which handle State Farm or Allstate claims.  For information about these classes, requirements and availability before/after your adjuster class, e-mail:

Herb Carver at herbc@worleyco.com .  (Herb is a bit busy right now, having evacuated his office and home)

Eric Grizzle at edgrizzle@pilotcat.com  (Eric is / was in Mobile.  Don’t know if he had to evacuate)

E.A. Renfroe at employment@earenfroe.com

What’s the difference between an adjuster, inspector and appraiser?

Following a covered loss, an adjuster, also called "claims representative", delivers the benefits of an insurance policy that an insurance agent sells.  Inspector and appraiser are not insurance licenses.  Someone who estimates damage to an automobile, but who does not settle claims or discuss coverage, is often referred to as an auto appraiser, but that’s not a licensed profession.  It does however include a lot of training and often involves professional certifications.  There are also home inspectors and appraisers.  Those may be licenses issued by the Texas Real Estate Commission or some governmental authority.  

What are the requirements to be an adjuster?

There are requirements to get licensed, and there are requirements to get hired.  Getting a license requires the applicant to be at least 18 years old, trustworthy, must have no pending felonies or past criminal record involving moral turpitude, and pass a test of your competence.  Getting hired does not always require a 4 year degree.  There are more companies which don’t require a degree than those that do.  However it’s safe to say that every company is going to have to be convinced that you are trustworthy, dependable, you have a measure of common sense, you have a spirit of fairness, you work well with people and you are willing to work as hard as the situation calls for.  Some companies prefer a trainee with no experience and some require experience because there is no time to train.  

How many different types of adjusters are there?

There are two Texas adjuster licenses, but there are dozens of types  of adjusters.  The two licenses are workers compensation which allows you to handle only matters arising out of workers compensation insurance, and there’s the other license which we refer to as a multiline license, which entitles you to handle all other casualty type claims.  In earlier times, adjusters handled every claim that they were assigned, so there was only one type  of adjuster.  Now, people specialize.  Nevertheless, all claims will fall under one of the two types of licenses.  Therefore, there are workers comp adjusters, property adjusters, aviation, auto liability, auto property damage, medical malpractice, professional liability, boiler and machinery, bond and ocean marine adjusters.

How much do adjusters make?

On the conservative side, adjusters will make anywhere from $22,000 to $250,000.  Like any other profession, it depends upon the adjuster, experience, skills, education, capabilities, common sense, attitude, willingness to work long and difficult hours, the company one works for, and to a large extent, how one is evaluated and trusted by superiors.

Do we provide financial assistance?

No.  There’s never been a significant demand for financial assistance.  We are proud of the fact that we have had a number of students sent to us by the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.

Do adjusters have to have a 4 year degree?

Not necessarily.  It depends wholly on the company one is attempting to work for, and there are other factors that are equally important yet not attainable through college classes.

How can I identify insurance companies in Texas?

Click on this web site: www.tdi.state.tx.us/general/forms.html#companies .  The internet is a valuable source of information.

How much does the course cost?

Our regularly scheduled classes are $395 and that’s all you will ever pay us.  It will probably cost you $50 dollars for the TDI to issue your license and it will cost a few dollars for a fingerprint card.  Our continuing education courses and specially scheduled adjuster classes will be price negotiated at the time they are requested.  Any of our classes will be priced fairly.

Is Training Unlimited certified by the Department of Insurance?

Yes, as Provider #2667.  Training UNLIMITED is also found on TDI’s web site.  A legal training program requires at least 30 hours of classroom instruction and 10 hours of any other approved method.

Can women be adjusters?

Of course.  This question has come up several times. Don’t know why.

  Does someone need experience to be an adjuster?

Naturally, experience may be required in some cases and it may help in others.  Not all employers are going to require experience.  There are employers who don’t want to have to un-train old habits.

Does Training Unlimited provide job placement?

No.  We’re not willing to make some kind of commitment that we may not be able to honor.  We will give you valuable information which will aid you in a job search.

After getting the adjuster license, how do I find a job?

See above.

  What do I need to bring to class?

Bring something to write with and an inexpensive calculator.  It is a good idea to bring clothing appropriate for a 20 degree temperature swing.

Is there another test following the Training Unlimited class?

No.  Once you pass our test, there are no other tests for you to take.  If one wants to take the Texas adjuster exam “cold” he or she may do so at state’s the designated testing contractor’s facility.

What should I study prior to coming to class?

We don’t recommend that adjuster candidates attempt to study anything before class.  We’ll give you all you can handle in class.

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