There are not set education standards for becoming an insurance fraud investigator. Some
available options to potential insurance fraud investigators include a
certificate program in private investigation or a bachelor's degree program in
either insurance or criminal justice. Insurance fraud investigators can become
certified through the International Association of Special Investigation Units
(IASIU).
Certificate of
Completion - Private Investigator
Insurance fraud investigation trainees can choose to expand
their analytical skills through a private investigator certificate program.
These programs are designed for a range of jobs that require processing and
information gathering knowledge. Program enrollees must have basic computer
skills and often need access to standard and video cameras.
Program Coursework
The curriculum includes courses on understanding local and
federal laws, training in investigative techniques and following case
documentation procedures. Certificate classes include:
Interviewing techniques
Legal systems
Multi-media research
Surveillance equipment and methods `
Crime scene investigation
Popular Career
Options
Graduates have the theoretical knowledge and investigative
experience to qualify for entry-level positions in a variety of fields, such as
insurance, law, government and social services. In addition to insurance fraud
investigators, graduates are qualified for careers including:
Detective
Insurance adjuster
Collections specialist
Private investigator
Risk Management and
Insurance Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's degree programs in risk management and insurance
train students to analyze financial losses. Students learn to investigate
claims, as well as assess potential claims. Training is also received in
creating reports, negotiating and interviewing. Insurance students may choose
to concentrate their program in the areas of medical insurance, life insurance
and auto insurance.
Program Coursework
The curriculum covers insurance topics, along with inherent
personal and business financial risks. Common course topics include:
Financial risk management
Insurance types and options
Claims investigation and adjustment
Employee benefits
Retirement planning
Popular Career Options
Bachelor's holders are qualified for entry-level to
mid-level positions in insurance fields. Typical job titles may include:
Insurance agent
Claims adjuster
Insurance underwriter
Insurance fraud investigator
Criminal Justice
Bachelor's Degree
An examination of the nature of crime and current justice
issues are the focus of the bachelor's degree in criminal justice. Within the program,
students investigate criminal justice principles, issues and procedures. The
program also delves into juvenile justice and victimology. Many programs
require an internship or volunteer work.
Program Coursework
Criminal justice program enrollees learn the social and
political implications of crime while taking into account the personal aspects.
Students learn about current laws and practices, U.S. legal structure and
criminology. Classes comprise subjects such as:
Forensic processes
Criminal law
Crime and legal actions
Criminal procedures
American legal structure
Employment Outlook
and Salary Info
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that the
field of claims adjusters, appraisers, examiners and investigators, which
includes insurance fraud investigators, is expected to grow three percent from
2010-2020, which is much slower than the average for all occupations
(www.bls.gov). The BLS predicts that though claims will increase, investigation
time will likely decrease due to the increasingly rapid information flow.
Additionally, the BLS states that the median annual income for insurance
investigation-related jobs is $59,960, as of May 2012.
Professional
Certification
Graduates with a background in private investigation, criminal justice or
insurance are qualified to become certified through the IASIU as a Certified
Insurance Fraud Investigator. In order to qualify, graduates must hold a
bachelor's, master's or Ph.D. Graduates must also possess experience in either
law enforcement or insurance adjustment. Licensed private investigators are
also considered. Graduates must also comply with the IASIU code of ethics and
take an exam.
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