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New Self-Paced CRM Course by Risk & Insurance Education Alliance

The Risk & Insurance Education Alliance has unveiled its second self-paced course designed for professionals aiming to earn their Certified Risk Manager (CRM) designation. Named the CRM Control of Risk course, this innovative offering makes studying for the CRM more accessible than ever before, allowing individuals to tailor their learning experience to fit their busy schedules.

Course Overview

This online course presents a 16-hour self-paced learning experience focused on comprehensive solutions intended to prevent, limit, or completely eliminate risks. Participants will engage with modern strategies in various critical areas including safety, employment practices liability, cyber risks, crisis preparation, and efficient claims management. To ensure practical application, each module contains activities that enable learners to implement concepts in real-world scenarios almost immediately.

Course Structure

The CRM Control of Risk course is categorized into five extensive modules:

1. Risk Management Concepts: This module introduces key terminology, outlining the five stages of the risk management process and their significance to constructing a robust, proactive risk management program.

2. Risk Control and Mitigation, Human Resources: Focused on primary risk control methods, it delves into the root causes of workplace injuries, the exposures related to human resources, and the essential six steps for effective prevention of accidents.

3. Risk Control and Mitigation, Property and Liability: Participants will gain insights into employment practices, cyber exposures, contractual risk transfers, and the impact of hold harmless agreements on client operations.

4. Crisis and Disaster Planning: This module details the characteristics that define a crisis, presenting four integral steps for thorough crisis management and planning.

5. Claims Management: In this section, learners will explore the claims management process, different types of claims management strategies, appropriate situations for litigation, and best practices regarding vendor selection.

Accreditation and Assessment

Completing this course will not only count towards continuing education credits for various professional designations (including CIC, CRM, CPRM, CISR, CISR Elite, CSRM, and CIRP), but will also provide the opportunity for obtaining CE hours across multiple states. Participants will have access to different assessment options, including a review test, an extensive 85-question CE examination, and a short-answer exam designed for those pursuing the CRM designation.

Additional Benefits

For those who hold an Advanced Alliance Online Subscription, immediate access to both the CRM Principles of Risk Management and CRM Control of Risk courses is provided, facilitating a broader learning experience. This initiative is a significant stride in making risk management education convenient and effective, ensuring professionals can enhance their skills and understanding of risk control regardless of their existing commitments.

In summary, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance’s new self-paced course not only empowers individuals to further their professional development but also contributes to a more knowledgeable workforce prepared to tackle the complexities of risk management in today's fast-paced business environment.

Those interested in enrolling or seeking further information about the course and its offerings are encouraged to reach out to the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance's Chief Marketing Officer, Mitch Dunford, at [email protected].