Associate
The CILA Associate qualification is the gold standard in claims. It demonstrates that you have depth and breadth of knowledge and proven experience in the successful handling of claims. Becoming an Associate of the CILA is a significant achievement and enables you to describe yourself as a Chartered Loss Adjuster.
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How will I be assessed?
To become an Associate of the CILA you must pass an assessment process called Accreditation for Chartered Status (ACS) which includes:
1. ACS Critical Analysis
3000-word Critical Analysis of a claim.
2. ACS Examination
3½ hour computer-based examination based on a claim scenario and comprising 4 compulsory questions. In advance of the exam sitting, candidates are asked to select an ACS exam paper from a choice of: Property (Domestic), Property (Commercial), Liability, Business Interruption or Subsidence.
3. Work Experience
You are required to show that they have at least 5 years’ experience practicing as a loss adjuster as defined in Article 1 of this Charter with a firm whose predominant activity accords with Article 1 of the Charter and meets the criteria for profes-sional and ethical standards laid down from time to time by Council to enable members to abide by the Charter, Bye-Laws and Guide to Professional Conduct.
Refer to the Associateship Handbook for full details.
Are there any entry requirements?
Entry to the ACS assessment process is open to CILA members who hold the CILA Advanced Diploma.
How will I study and how long will it take?
The ACS process requires you to demonstrate your technical knowledge and practical experience. You will consider your development as a claims professional, in particular, the lessons you have learnt and the skills you have honed.
We recommend that you allow between 50 to 75 hours of preparation for the Critical Analysis and 50 to 70 hours of study for the ACS exam.
Please refer to:
• The Associate Handbook for full details of the ACS Exam and Critical Analysis requirements; and
• the ACS Preparation Guide for your preparation for your ACS written examination and a ten step plan to complete your Critical Analysis.
How much will it cost?
The entry fee for the ACS assessment process is made up as follows:
Examination: £350 (Payable to Pearson VUE).
Critical Analysis: £350 (Payable to CILA)
Total: £700
Refer to the Associateship Handbook for full details.
ACS Critical Analysis
The Critical Analysis is a 3,000-word essay explaining how you managed and made decisions on a claim that you handled. It will include a review of how successful the outcomes were and explain what you have learnt from the claim.
An example Critical Analysis is available to download on the right, and this will help you understand the recommended layout and evidence a critical analysis of your work. The example is at a ‘pass’ level and includes guidance on areas for improvement.
Your Critical Analysis is completed in your own time and is submitted electronically. On receipt a member of the Institute team will then contact you to confirm receipt and take payment.
ACS Examination
A 3½ hour computer-based examination based on a claim scenario and comprising 4 compulsory questions. In advance of the exam sitting, candidates are asked to select an ACS exam paper from a choice of: Property (Domestic), Property (Commercial), Liability, Business Interruption or Subsidence.