Part of becoming a General Adjuster is the ability and habit of clearly, thoroughly, and effectively communicating. As such, applications and part of the process of becoming a member of The Society and holding the designation(s), the Board considers anything and everything, from the minute you being the process. This includes, but is not limited to following the directives of applying (complete application online, submit resume’, and submitting a list of professional references). Too often, adjusters only complete an application, not submitting any of the other requested information. And then, don’t timely respond (or respond at all) to communications from The Board trying to assist them in the application for consideration of becoming a Certified General Adjuster. At times, this has been what prevents the individual from receiving the designation, as the haphazard and inconsistent communication is not indicative or expected of a qualified and experienced General Adjuster.
In efforts to minimize this, to ensure any individuals applying understand the entire process is reviewed, and to not have the process stretch out for months due to an applicants lack of communications or responses, there is an application fee of $100 due at the time of submission of the application and all related documents. The Board will not begin the review process until such payment is received. If the applicant is approved and extended the designation, the $100 fee is completely applied to the payment for membership. If the Board does not approve the application, and no acceptance is given, the fee is refunded in full.