RPLU Designation

Starting on April 15, 2025, PLUS designation programs will require a $150.00 application fee when applying for a designation program. Certificate programs will not require an application fee.

Any member who applies for a designation program prior to April 15, 2025 will not be required to pay an application fee for the program(s) they have applied for.

Discover the Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU) designation—essential for any professional liability practitioner. The RPLU designation provides you with a broad understanding of the key professional liability disciplines and is recommended for anyone active in the field of professional liability.

Set yourself apart and join the 90% of professionals who secured a salary increase, 65% who were promoted, and 88% who advanced their careers post-RPLU. Elevate your career now!

How to Earn Your RPLU Designation:

Be a PLUS member
Enroll in the RPLU Designation Program here
Have at least 2 years of professional liability experience
Complete the following | View required modules here
- Module 1: Fundamentals of Liability Insurance
- Module 2: Commercial General Liability Insurance Overview
- Module 3: Professional Liability Insurance: Introduction
- Module 4: Financial Analysis
- Module 5: Professional Liability Reinsurance
- Module 6: Professional Liability Insurance Claims
- Module 7: Medical Professional Liability Insurance Intro
- Module 8: Directors & Officers Liability Insurance Introduction
- Choose any 5 modules from Module 9 - Module 23

Once you’ve completed the requirements above, go to your Education Programs dashboard and click the Affirm Completion link for your RPLU designation program. Your credentials will be reviewed, and 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.

After you’ve earned your RPLU designation, there is no maintenance requirement.

How to Earn Your RPLU+ Designation:

Complete all requirements for the RPLU designation (see above)
Enroll in the RPLU+ Designation Program here
Complete 5 additional modules chosen from Modules 9 – 23 that weren’t completed as part of your RPLU designation. View modules here

Once you’ve completed the requirements above, go to your Education Programs dashboard and click the Affirm Completion link for your RPLU+ designation program. Your credentials will be reviewed, and 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.

After you’ve earned your RPLU+ designation, there is no maintenance requirement.

FAQs

How do I enroll in a designation program? Why is this required?

Enrolling in the designation program streamlines your experience by allowing you to track your progress through your Education Programs dashboard, notifying PLUS that you’ve completed the designation requirements, and accessing your designation certificate electronically.

To enroll in the Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU) Designation, click here. To enroll in the RPLU+ Designation, click here. After logging in, you'll be taken directly to the cart to complete your enrollment, where you can select modules related to the designation and pay the application fee.

*Purchasing additional modules during the enrollment process is optional. If you choose to purchase anything, note that all available versions of a module may be listed, including versions of a module you may already have. You should only select 1 version (e.g. non-CE eligible, CE-eligible, or waiver) of the module(s) you don't have already.

What if I don't have 2 years of professional liability experience?

What format are modules in and how much do they cost? Do I have to take an exam?

Modules are available in an interactive eLearning format that is accessed and completed on any device with internet connection through the PLUS Learning Center. Each module is available in either a non-CE eligible version ($325) or a CE-eligible version ($400).

There’s an exam component required for each module except Module 1: Fundamentals of Liability Insurance. Both the module and its exam component must be completed to satisfy the designation’s requirement. The format of the exam and how you complete it depends on whether you purchase a non-CE or CE-eligible module.

Visit the PLUS Learning Center’s FAQs page for more details about module and exam formats, the differences between CE- and non-CE eligible modules, etc.

What’s the difference between a CE-eligible module, a non-CE eligible module, and a waiver?

CE-eligible and non-CE eligible modules, as well as waivers, all count equally towards the requirements for a designation. Which one you select depends on your specific educational needs and background.

CE-eligible modules should be selected only by those who have state insurance licenses and need Continuing Education credit for their renewal. They include the module and its exam component – a cumulative proctored exam administered by Prometric.
Non-CE eligible modules can be selected by anyone. They include the module and its exam component, which are both completed online in the PLUS Learning Center.
Module waivers are available to those who meet certain criteria, such as other professional designations or higher education.

Note: You should only select one of these options based on your needs. Visit the PLUS Learning Center’s FAQs page for more details about module and exam formats, CE- and non-CE eligible modules, waivers, etc.

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“The process of receiving the designation improved my technical skills. Particularly modules focused on topics such as General Liability and Reinsurance broadened my perspective on the industry as a whole.
The RPLU added to my personal career momentum. This was a pursuit that was encouraged and viewed very favorably by my managers and is an item that has been discussed during year-end reviews as a key part of my personal development.”

- Rob Hamilton, RPLU | Managing Account Executive at Travelers

“Getting the designation was a goal I set in 2021 and was fundamental in my transition from a supporting role to moving into our underwriting department. I attribute many of my skills and knowledge to learning it while completing the RPLU. Specifically, my financial analysis skills, while initially not strong, were made much stronger thanks to that specific module.”

- Heather Kwasowski, RPLU | Hospital Underwriter at CapSpecialty

“Like anything else worth pursuing, the RPLU designation requires a firm commitment to your career and education. However, you will feel a sense of accomplishment once you achieve this designation. I am now more confident in handling claims on behalf of clients and am now armed with the knowledge that sets me apart from other insurance defense attorneys. Definitely invest in yourself and in your career by pursuing the RPLU designation.”

- Jeremy Zacharias, RPLU | Attorney at Marshall Dennehey

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