Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Insurance Licensing Education in Florida
The Florida School of Insurance has been transforming lives through accessible, effective insurance education for over 31 years. Our unique approach combines the Socratic teaching method with humor and real-life examples to ensure students grasp complex concepts effortlessly. We provide personalized guidance through pre-licensing and continuing education courses, supported by practice tests, video libraries, and live webcasts. Our team prioritizes student success, offering 24/7 availability via phone or text for one-on-one assistance. With over 50,000 agents licensed and 2,500+ agencies served, we maintain relationships with industry leaders to support career placement.Our graduates consistently praise our engaging teaching style, with many achieving first-attempt exam success. We offer flexible learning formatsonline self-study, live virtual classes, and in-person instruction near Tampa International Airport. Students benefit from a comprehensive licensing checklist, fingerprinting assistance, and job placement referrals. Our commitment extends beyond graduation, with free post-course support for one year. This combination of innovative teaching, personal attention, and industry connections makes us a trusted partner in insurance education.
Services
Pre-Licensing Courses
Continuing Education
Securities Training
Live Online Classes
In-Person Courses
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We use the Socratic teaching method with real-life examples for better retention
- Our instructors provide 24/7 personal support via phone or text
- 31 years of experience helping 50,000+ agents obtain licenses
- We offer live webcasts and video libraries with 12+ hours of content
- Our graduates receive job placement referrals to 2,500+ partner agencies
What people say
Unique teaching method
Excellent practice tests
Personalized support available
Fun learning environment
Job placement assistance
Services
Pre-Licensing Courses
Our pre-licensing courses prepare students for Florida insurance exams through Socratic teaching methods, practice tests, and live webcasts. Students gain comprehensive knowledge of life, health, and variable annuity insurance while receiving personalized guidance. Flexible formats include online self-study, live virtual classes, and in-person instruction near Tampa International Airport.
Continuing Education
Our $35 continuing education packages fulfill Florida's 20-24 hour biennial requirements with online courses covering law, ethics, and specialized topics. The system prevents course duplication within three years while Betty, our Office Captain, ensures compliance with individual requirements through personalized tracking.
Securities Training
We prepare agents to sell variable products through SIE, Series 6, and Series 7 exam preparation courses. Our approach combines foundational knowledge with practical application techniques to help students pass these critical federal exams that enable expanded product offerings in insurance sales.
Live Online Courses
Our live virtual instruction delivers the same engaging classroom experience through Zoom with flexible weekend schedules. Students interact directly with instructors, participate in group discussions, and access recorded sessions while maintaining the personal connection that characterizes our teaching approach.
In-Person Courses
Located near Tampa International Airport, our in-person courses offer weekday and weekend schedules with hands-on learning experiences. Students benefit from direct instructor interaction, peer networking opportunities, and hotel discounts for out-of-town attendees while experiencing our signature combination of education and entertainment.
People
David Watson
Director/Big Dawg
With over three decades in insurance education, David pioneered the school's unique teaching approach that combines Socratic methods with humor, helping thousands pass their exams on first attempts.
Osa Winter
Marketing Director/Primary Instructor
Osa leads marketing efforts and serves as primary instructor, bringing complex insurance concepts to life through engaging stories and real-world examples that improve knowledge retention and exam performance.
Betty Bowers
Office Captain
Betty ensures regulatory compliance for all students, meticulously tracking licensing requirements and providing personalized administrative support that prevents course completion issues and guarantees successful applications.
Robert DeLuca
IT Nerd
Robert manages the school's technology infrastructure, maintaining the online learning platform, video library, and practice test systems that support thousands of students in their licensing journeys.
Marlin Watson
Chief Bark Officer
As official morale officer, Marlin provides stress relief during intense study periods while symbolizing the school's commitment to creating a welcoming, enjoyable learning environment for all students.
Questions
What pre-licensing course formats do you offer?
We offer three formats: online self-study with video library access, live virtual classes via Zoom, and in-person instruction near Tampa International Airport with flexible scheduling options.
How do your practice tests help exam preparation?
Our 1,300+ question test bank provides chapter-specific practice with explanations and direct links to course materials, tracking progress and generating personalized concept reports to focus study efforts effectively.
What continuing education requirements do you cover?
We fulfill Florida's 20-24 hour biennial requirements including mandatory 4-hour law/ethics updates, annuity training, and long-term care courses while ensuring compliance with three-year course duplication restrictions.
How does your teaching method differ from traditional schools?
We use the Socratic method with humor and real-life analogies rather than dry presentations, creating memorable learning experiences that improve knowledge retention and practical application during exams.
What post-course support do you provide?
Graduates receive one year of free access to course materials, live webcasts, and instructor support while benefiting from our industry connections for job placement assistance.
How do you help with the licensing process?
We provide comprehensive licensing checklists with direct links to state resources, fingerprinting assistance through IdentiGo partnerships, and application guidance to ensure smooth transitions from education to licensure.
