How to pass the Montana Insurance Licensing Exam

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Are you considering getting an insurance license in the state of Montana? If you are, then you probably have a lot of questions about where to go, who to talk to and what to do. Fortunately, America’s Professor has pulled together all  of our knowledge and resources to create one comprehensive site with the answers you require. Below you will find sample questions, basics of test format and scoring, pricing, testing locations, how to fully prepare yourself for the exam and more!

We’re here to help you succeed and that means providing you with the best information available. Our courses offer preparation for all types of state insurance licensing exams and they are available to you at the click of a mouse. Read on and enroll today!

 

 

What kind of questions do they put on the Montana insurance test?

All of the Montana insurance exam questions are multiple choice. There are no fill-ins (no need to memorize) and no essay (no need to be ready to explain anything) questions.

For example:

Montana sample questions

 

A multiple choice test will usually test heavily on definitions (terminology) and numbers (dollar amounts and number of days).

The exam is drawn from a large pool of questions – you will have a different set of questions than the person sitting next to you. If you retake the exam, expect to see very few of the questions repeated on the next exam. Students report that the exams vary greatly in terms of the number of questions on any given topic.

Students report that about 1/3 of the questions are terminology (definitional) questions, 1/3 are number/day questions, and 1/3 are questions where you have to apply the knowledge to reason through a practical situation (story problems – usually short).

 

What score do I need to pass the Montana insurance exam?

There are 4 basic exams given in most states – Life, Health, Property, and Casualty. In some states, the exams are combined (Property & Casualty). Some states have a Personal Lines exam for agents selling only homeowner or auto insurance.

In Montana, you need a score of 75 to pass each exam. But, each exam consists of two parts – the “national” insurance section and the “state rules” section. You will need a score of 75 on each section – the two scores are not averaged together. In Montana, you are required to pass the national exam and the state exam at the same time, so if you fail one you must retake both exams.

 

Are questions grouped by category?

Our students always want to know if the questions regarding indemnification (for example) are grouped together. No, questions and topics are randomly scrambled, but that never seems to be a problem for anyone.

 

What is the cost of the Montana insurance exam?

The cost is $59 for each exam (effective Aug. 1st 2018). A retake of any portion is the same fee. All candidates taking an Insurance Examination for the first time, as well as those who are adding a line to an existing license, must be digitally fingerprinted after they take the examination. The fee for digital fingerprinting is discussed below.

 

How do I sign up to take the Montana insurance exam?

We recommend that you call Pearson VUE (the testing company) at 1-800-274-8906. Be sure to call at least 3 days in advance of the date you plan to take the exam. The earlier you sign up, the better your chances of getting the test date of your choice.

Available Montana Insurance Exam Codes

 

 

Where are the test centers located in Montana and how often do they test?

Montana Insurance Exam Test Centers

Who needs to be fingerprinted?

  • Candidates taking an insurance examination for the first time; or
  • Candidates who are adding a line to an existing license

 

What is the fingerprint process?

 

Where can I get fingerprinted for the background check and what does it cost?

The Office of the Montana State Auditor, Commissioner of Securities, and Insurance (CSI) requires an applicant for an insurance license to submit their fingerprints for the purpose of a state and federal criminal background check prior to being licensed. This includes applicants taking an insurance examination for the first time and those who are adding a line of authority to an existing license. Fingerprints are only valid for one year. Applicants with fingerprint cards older than one year must be fingerprinted again.

Go to https://csimt.gov/insurance/licensing/ and select “Fingerprinting” to get specific options for the location closest to you. You can also contact your local Sherriff or Police department directly to find out if they are offering paper fingerprint services and the fee (~$15). A payment of $30.00 (payable to Montana Criminal Records) must accompany you fingerprint card.

 

Which Montana insurance test is the toughest?

Each insurance licensing exam presents its own challenge. Between Life and Health, students say that the Montana Health insurance exam is the more difficult. Health insurance policies are simply more complicated than life insurance policies.

The Property insurance exam is easier than the Casualty insurance exam. Property insurance deals with easy to understand issues – fire, flooding, earthquake, etc. On the other hand, Casualty insurance deals primarily with Liability insurance – protection against lawsuits. Casualty insurance is a more conceptual topic and one that is more difficult for students to grasp – particularly if you have never been sued.

The state portion of the Montana insurance exam is very detailed and presents its own challenges. The state topics tend to cover trivial details relating to complicated state regulations. None of this is easy, but that is why we work so hard to make the material both understandable and memorable.

This is a challenging exam. Put yourself on a strict schedule as you do your exam prep work. Be focused and disciplined as you do your insurance test prep.

 

Will I have adequate time to complete the Montana insurance test?

Yes. We have never had students say that they ran out of time to complete the exam. Most students finish in about half of the allotted time (up to 3 1/2 hours). The only students who ever report that they ran out of time were those who were trying to memorize questions in the event they had to repeat the exam. If English is not your first language you can request extra time by filling out Pearson VUE’s English as a Second Language (ESL) Request Form. Keep in mind that this form needs to be submitted to Pearson VUE, and approved, before scheduling your exam. You will also need to submit a a letter (on official letterhead) from an instructor, like America’s Professor, or employer that verifies English is your second language.

Allotted Times for Montana Insurance Exams

 

Is the Montana insurance exam still given by the “paper and pencil” method?

No, this is a computerized exam. Virtually all of the students say the proctors were helpful, the room was quiet, and the computer worked well. The proctors will give you the opportunity to complete a practice exam to learn how to use the system. When you are done, you will NOT be given a copy of the exam, nor will you be given the opportunity to review particular questions and their answers. The exam will be scored immediately and you will know your results when you leave.

 

What is the best test prep method for the Montana insurance exam?

There is no alternative to knowing the material. There are no shortcuts to learning but there are more effective and less frustrating ways to learn. We recommend that you follow a 4-step process:

  • watch and listen to the lecture;
  • highlight key concepts in the text;
  • review questions in the test bank; and
  • send AP an email if you have any questions.
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Tasha
Tasha
6 years ago

How long does it take Montana to give you your insurance writing number after you have passed the tests?

America's Professor - DCM
America's Professor - DCM
6 years ago
Reply to  Tasha

Hello Tasha, Usually within a few weeks of submitting your application but sometime it can take longer. It just depends on the volume of licenses they have to process.

David kenney
David kenney
2 months ago

How many times can you attempt the exam?