The Credential for Leaders in Executive Liability
Whether you’re expanding your knowledge of Executive Lines or building on years of experience in D&O professional liability, the Executive Lines Professional Liability Practitioner (ExecPLP) designation sets you apart and showcases your specialized knowledge. This distinguished credential not only deepens your insight into the complexities of D&O coverage but also elevates your professional credibility in a competitive and evolving market.
How to Earn the ExecPLP Designation
The ExecPLP designation is designed for professionals seeking to demonstrate expertise in Executive Lines and D&O professional liability insurance. Follow the steps below to begin your journey.
Step 1: Join PLUS and Confirm Your Experience
Become a PLUS member for free and confirm you have at least 2 years of professional liability insurance industry experience.
Not there yet? You can still enroll and begin working toward your designation. Your application will be reviewed once all requirements are met.
Step 2: Enroll in the ExecPLP Designation Program
Start the process by enrolling in the ExecPLP Designation Program here.
During enrollment, you'll:
- Confirm your industry start date
- Pay the $150 application fee
- Get access to track your progress toward designation
Step 3: Complete the Required Modules
- Module 1: Fundamentals of Liability Insurance
- Module 2: Commercial General Liability Insurance Overview
- Module 3: Professional Liability Insurance: Introduction
- Module 6: Professional Liability Insurance Claims
- Module 9: Public/Financial D&O Liability Insurance
- Module 10: Private/Non-Profit D&O Liability Insurance
- Module 11: Employment Practices Liability
- Module 12: Fiduciary Liability Insurance
Step 4: Complete D&O University
D&O University is a required component of the ExecPLP designation and is available in two formats:
- Live: Held once per year
- On-Demand: Available year-round
You must attend the full live session or complete the entire on-demand program to fulfill this requirement.
Step 5: Affirm Completion
After completing all requirements, visit your Education Programs Dashboard and click "Affirm Completion" under the ExecPLP program. Once approved, you’ll receive a confirmation email with designation-specific information, including how to download your designation certificate. Note: This approval process can take a few business days.
Step 6: Maintain Your Designation
To maintain your ExecPLP Designation, report 12 hours of executive lines-related professional development every two years. Failure to do so may result in PLUS revoking your designation.
Professional development hours do not need to be state-approved, and repeating D&O University does not count toward these hours.
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Did you miss D&O University Live? The On-Demand version is available for purchase now!
- The on-demand version is completed entirely online through the PLUS Learning Center. You'll have access to the Learner Workbook, PowerPoints, and session recordings from the live session.
- This on-demand course will be available for purchase year-round. Once purchased, the materials will be available in the Learning Center and updated with the latest session content, so users will always have access to the most current PPTs and recordings.
- This on-demand course is not eligible for state insurance license CE/CLE credit or ExecPLP self-reporting credit, but does count towards the ExecPLP designation requirements.