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Welcome to Gatson Training Academy (GTA)

Since 2006, Gatson Training Academy has been a trusted provider of career-focused education, preparing students across Georgia for success in the insurance industry.

Our mission is simple: to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to launch a rewarding career.

Whether you’re pursuing your Life, Accident & Sickness license, preparing for the Property & Casualty exam, or just exploring a new career path, our 100% online, self-paced courses are built to fit your schedule and support your goals.

With expert-led instruction, comprehensive study materials, and real-world guidance, GTA is where your professional journey begins.

🔑 Pre-Licensing Courses for Agents & Adjusters

A Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance agent or adjuster works in the insurance industry, focusing on coverage that protects people and businesses from financial loss related to property and liability risks.

🔍 Property & Casualty Insurance Agent

A P&C insurance agent sells policies that cover:

  • Property – homes, cars, businesses, and other physical assets against damage or loss from events like fire, theft, or storms.

  • Casualty (Liability) – protection in case the policyholder is responsible for injury or damage to someone else (like in a car accident or slip-and-fall case).

Responsibilities include:

  • Explaining policy options to clients

  • Assessing insurance needs

  • Quoting and selling insurance products

  • Helping clients file claims

  • Staying updated on state insurance regulations

🛠️ Property & Casualty Insurance Adjuster

An insurance adjuster handles the claims process after a loss has occurred.

Responsibilities include:

  • Investigating claims (e.g., after a car accident, house fire, or storm)

  • Inspecting property damage

  • Interviewing witnesses or claimants

  • Reviewing policy coverage

  • Determining how much the insurance company should pay

  • Negotiating settlements

Adjusters can work:

  • For an insurance company (staff adjuster)

  • For a third-party firm (independent adjuster)

  • On behalf of the policyholder (public adjuster)

Available Courses (Register Today!)

Georgia Life, Accident & Sickness Licensing Course (Agent)

  • 💲 $169 Limited Time Special (Regular Price: $199)
  • ✅ Approved by the Georgia Insurance Commissioner
  • ✅ Includes study materials, assignments & practice exams
  • ✅ Completion qualifies you to sit for the Georgia state exam

All online courses are self-paced, include study materials, assignments, and practice exams, and meet the requirements to sit for the state licensing exam.

📅 Introductory pricing for LAS course ends August 1st. Only $169

🏫 In-Person, Instructor-Led 40 Hour Property & Casualty Course

Looking for hands-on support in a classroom setting? Join us for our July live training session:

  • 🗓️ 40-Hour Property & Casualty Pre-Licensing Course (Agent/Adjuster)
  • 📍 In-Person, Instructor-Led
  • 🗓️ Monday, July 21 – Thursday, July 24
  • 💲 $425 (Includes Exam Manual & Study Materials)
  • ✅ Certificate of Completion Provided – Qualifies you to take the Georgia state exam

Register Now, $425 today secures your spot!!!!

🗓️ 20-Hour Personal Lines Agent Pre-Licensing Course

📌 Career Facts:

  • Personal lines agents are licensed by the state (e.g., Georgia requires a 20-hour pre-licensing course).
  • This role is ideal for those who enjoy customer service, problem-solving, and sales.
  • It’s a great starting point for a career in insurance, with room to grow into commercial lines, management, or specialized fields.

Details:

  • 📍 In-Person, Instructor-Led
  • 🗓️ Monday, July 21 – Tuesday, July 22
  • 💲 $350 (Includes Study Materials)
  • ✅ Meets State Licensing Requirements – Certificate of Completion Provided

 

    💲 $350 (Includes Study Materials)

🏫 July 20-Hour Subagent In Person Live Course

A Limited Sub-Agent is an entry-level insurance professional in Georgia who works under the supervision of a licensed insurance agent and is authorized to perform specific tasks related to selling and servicing certain types of insurance policies.

Details:

  • 🗓️ 20 Hour Property & Casualty Subagent Prelicensing Course 
  • 📍 In-Person, Instructor-Led
  • 🗓️ Monday, July 21 – Tuesday, July 22
  • 💲 $250 (Includes Study Materials)
  • ✅ Meets State Licensing Requirements – Certificate of Completion Provided

 

💲 $250 (Includes Study Materials)

💼 Online Continuing Education

Staying licensed and up to date is easy with our trusted online continuing education partners. We’ve teamed up with two experienced providers who offer high-quality, state-approved courses tailored for insurance professionals.

Both platforms offer:

  • Flexible, self-paced learning
  • Affordable course bundles
  • Instant certificates upon completion
  • Compliance with Georgia state CE requirements

🔗 Choose the Platform That’s Right for You:

How to Obtain an Insurance License

If you’re interested in working in the insurance industry, many roles require a state-issued insurance license. Common license types include:

  • Property & Casualty (P&C): Sell and service homeowners, auto, liability, and commercial insurance.
  • Life, Accident & Sickness (LA&S): Sell and service life and health insurance.

Each license type must be obtained separately and in each state where you plan to do business.

Steps to Obtain an Insurance License (Georgia & Alabama)

1. Complete Required Pre-Licensing Education

Take a state-approved course through a provider like GTA (Gatson Training Academy). Topics include:

  • Insurance principles
  • Ethics
  • Risk management
  • State-specific insurance laws

2. Study for the Exam

Use your coursework materials and practice tests. Exams are computer-based and cover:

  • Insurance regulations
  • Coverages
  • Risk assessment
  • Ethics

3. Register for Your Insurance Exam

Schedule your exam with PearsonVue:

4. Take the Insurance Exam

Bring:

  • Two forms of ID
  • Proof of completed coursework/ course certificate
  • Exam registration confirmation

You need a score of 70% or higher to pass.

5. Apply for Your License

Once you pass:

  • Submit your application with the required fee
  • Double-check all required forms and documentation

6. Complete Background Check & Fingerprinting

Visit your state’s insurance department site for Electronic Fingerprints Requirements

📌 Additional Notes – Live Classes at Gatson Training Associates

🕘 Class Schedule

  • Class begins each day at 9:00 AM and ends at 5:00 PM
  • Please arrive at least 10 minutes early on the first day
  • A lunch break and short breaks will be provided throughout the day

📚 Materials

  • All books and study materials are included in the class registration fee—no additional purchases required

📍 Location

Gatson Training Associates
951 Railroad Street NW, Conyers, GA 30012
(Inside the building with Allstate Insurance and The Book Cellar)

  • Enter through the front door and up the stairs
  • The Gatson Training classroom is on the left side of the hallway
  • Free parking is available in front of the building
  • Unless otherwise noted, all in-person classes are held at this main office location

❗ Cancellation / No-Show Policy

  • Full Refund: Available within 72 hours of registration, returned to the original form of payment
  • After 72 Hours: A credit will be issued for the next available live class
  • No Shows: No refund will be issued; the student will be required to take the online course instead (This policy helps cover the cost of reserved classroom space and materials)
  • All cancellations or schedule changes must be submitted by email to:
    ✉️ gatsontraining@gmail.com
    📞 Phone cancellations will not be accepted

📞 Questions? Contact Us!

Georgia Insurance Department

Floyd Memorial Building 6th Floor, West Tower 2 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Atlanta, GA 30334 Phone: 404-656-2056
Fax: 404-656-0874 Website: www.gainsurance.org
E-mail: Agents@mail.oci.state.ga.us