Medical-Only to Claims Adjuster: The Essential 80-Hour Guide
Many California adjusters start on medical-only claims. The training is shorter, the files are simpler, and it is a real adjusting job. Sooner or later, most are asked to pick up lost-time files too. California has a specific route for moving from medical-only to claims adjuster, and it comes with a deadline that is easy […]
Adjuster On-the-Job Training: The Essential 40-Hour Guide
If you are new to adjusting California workers’ comp claims, the number you hear most is 120. That is the classroom training the state requires. It is not the whole requirement. Under 10 CCR §2592.02, a claims adjuster needs at least 160 hours of training. At least 120 of those hours must be in a […]
Workers’ Comp and Disability Management Certifications: Which One Fits Your Role?
Compare workers’ comp and disability management certifications by role. What CPWC, CPDM, DMCS and WCLP cover, who they serve, and how California’s adjuster rule applies.
The Complete Guide to Workers’ Compensation Training
California indemnity claims adjusters need 160 hours of training, including at least 120 hours of classroom instruction, completed within 12 consecutive months Workers compensation training covers the full claims lifecycle, including compensability, medical treatment, disability benefits, ethics, fraud, WCAB procedures , and claims resolution Training continues after the initial requirements are met Workers’ Compensation Training […]
California Workers’ Comp Adjuster Training Requirements: What You Need to Know
If you’re considering becoming a workers’ compensation claims adjuster in California, you may be wondering where to start. Do you need a license? How much training is required? Does everyone need the same training? And what exactly does a workers’ comp adjuster need to know? California workers’ compensation claims adjusting is a detail-heavy profession. Adjusters […]
Choosing California Workers’ Comp Adjuster Training
California’s workers’ compensation system processes millions of claims each year, and every one of them depends on trained adjusters who understand both the law and the people it protects. If you’re considering a career in this field, the training you choose determines how quickly you gain competence, how confidently you handle complex cases, and how […]
How to Complete Workers’ Comp Adjuster Training in 2026
Breaking into California’s workers’ compensation field requires more than ambition. The state mandates 120 hours of classroom instruction before you can adjust indemnity claims, and meeting that requirement takes planning, persistence, and the right training partner. IEA Training helps new adjusters meet California’s workers’ compensation adjuster training requirements through a structured, self-paced program designed by industry practitioners. This guide […]
What is the Interactive Process? Building Confidence Through Better Communication
The interactive process is one of the most important—and often misunderstood—responsibilities facing HR professionals, supervisors, leave administrators, and disability management professionals. Most organizations understand when the interactive process may be required. The greater challenge is knowing how to conduct meaningful conversations that support employees while meeting organizational obligations. That’s where confidence matters. The Interactive Process […]
What is the Best Certification for New CA Workers’ Comp Adjusters
California workers’ compensation adjusters face a clear mandate: complete 160 hours of required training before handling claims independently. For new adjusters and recent graduates entering the field, choosing the right certification path can shape your entire career trajectory. This article walks you through California’s training requirements, the certification options available, and how to select a […]
IEA Celebrates 150 Years of Professional Education and Industry Service
In 1876, America was celebrating its first century as a nation. The telephone had just been patented. Railroads connected communities across the country. Industries were evolving, and new opportunities were emerging at every turn. That same year, the foundation was laid for what would eventually become the Insurance Educational Association (IEA). One hundred and fifty […]