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Disability & Death Benefits in Workers' Compensation Claims
In this comprehensive course, you will gain the confidence and expertise to proficiently manage every facet of California workers’ compensation claims, including disability and death benefits. From accurately calculating claimant’s weekly earnings and computing compensation elements to determining AWE and temporary disability indemnity eligibility using five different methods, you will master the intricacies of statutory minimums and maximums, leaving you fully equipped to handle any claim scenario with competence and precision
- September 24, 2024 - December 10, 2024
- December 10, 2024 Tuesdays from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Pacific Time)
- No Class November 26
- Instructor: Tamara Bakkie
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Meet your instructor
Tamara Bakkie
Senior Workers' Compensation Claims Examiner
Over his 17-year career in the workers’ compensation claim industry Bill Gray has grown his experience through working at the defense law firm Gray & Prouty, The Hartford insurance company, two third party administrators Sedgwick and Gallagher Bassett, and a public entity the County of Sacramento. He is a workers’ compensation claims examiner handling claims for the County of Sacramento who is a self-insured and self-administered employer. He works with defense attorneys to either settle claims or take them to trial to resolve disputed issues and helps injured employees return to work when possible. In addition, Bill gives presentations to employees promoted to be supervisors on the benefits of accepted claims and what forms need to be filled out when reporting new claims. Using his wealth of experience Bill has been requested to train new claims adjusters as a part of a training program. He enjoys educating others and passing his knowledge along to help those involved understand the workers’ compensation claim process.
Tools and Materials
This class requires you to purchase additional tools and materials
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Sullivan on Comp
The most comprehensive treatise in California Workers’ Compensation. Required for all tracks: Indemnity, Medical Only, and Medical Bill Review.
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How to locate your Books and Exams
1. Click here.
2. Scroll to “WCCA 15: Discovery and Litigation in CA Workers’ Compensation Claims”.
3. Select “WCCA 15 Recommended Materials Package. 2nd edition”.*NOTE: Texts and exams for this course must be purchased directly from The Institutes.
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Exam Information
FINAL EXAM (Proctor REQUIRED) must be ordered from The Institutes if you are pursuing a designation.
What you'll learn
- How to calculate a claimant’s weekly earnings
- Computing elements of compensation
- Determining termination and extension of TD benefit payments when the employer’s obligation to pay runs out
- Using the PD schedule to rate and compute permanent disability
- Methods for calculating AWE
- Temporary disability indemnity and the five ways for calculating eligibility
- Statutory minimums and maximums
- Adjusting PD rating for return to work
- How to accurately compute death benefits
Who Should Attend
- A workers’ compensation claims adjuster
- Working with a TPA/Self-Insured entity
- Involved with Medical Only claims adjusting
Credit Hours
- 27 credit hours:
- CA Adjuster
- CPWC
- CPDM
- MCLE
WCCA14
Disability & Death Benefits in Workers' Compensation Claims
- 11 weeks
- 1 hour lessons
- Online dashboard for quizzes
On-Demand
Payment plans available.
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Become a Workers' Compensation Expert
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What our students have to say
IEA helped launch my career in Workers’ Comp by facilitating my completion of necessary courses. I secured a job with the city of Los Angeles and am now thriving in my profession. Grateful for their support.
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IEA’s CPWC certification has been a great training solution for our new hires. Meeting the required 120 hours of instruction and statutory topics in an On-demand turn-key program has made my job so much easier.
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Claims Training Supervisor, EMPLOYERS® Insurance
I liked and appreciated that it was a self-paced program, which allowed me to complete it according to my schedule. I received my CPWC through IEA in less than 6 months.
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Workers’ Compensation Manager, Pridestaff
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is WCCA™ required for California adjuster compliance?
The WCCA™ instructor-led classes offered by IEA provides credit hours toward California adjuster compliance, however if your goal is to acquire the 120-hour mandated requirement, our Claims Practitioner in Workers’ Compensation (CWPC) is ideally streamlined for that purpose.
Will I need to take an Exam when I finish the WCCA14 course?
If you are taking WCCA14 as part of the Workers’ Compensation Claims Administration (WCCA™) series and plan to earn the certification, you must sign up for, and pass, the National Exam. You can purchase the exam from The Institutes. IEA’s WCCA10 course prepares you to take the National exam by providing instructor-led training as well as quizzes and assignments to test your knowledge.
Do I need to pass the IEA course in order to qualify to take the National Exam?
You do not need to pass the IEA class in order to register for the exam with The Institutes. The IEA class is designed to help you prepare to take the exam and to provide an in-depth learning experience in California workers’ compensation. You’ll benefit from the expertise of professionals with extensive field experience .
Can I self study WCCA14?
When you enroll in IEA’s WCCA™ classes, you’re not just accessing study materials; you’re gaining the expertise of a subject matter expert with extensive experience in the workers’ compensation field. This real-world knowledge will provide you with valuable insights and practical applications. Additionally, our course offers live weekly webinars, allowing you to engage in robust discussions with the instructor and participate in live Q&A sessions. This interactive format ensures a comprehensive understanding of the materials and the opportunity to clarify any doubts. By choosing IEA for your WCCA™ course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to excel in your national exam and succeed in your workers’ compensation career.
What is the relationship between IEA and The Institutes?
The WCCA™ curriculum and its exams are owned and administered by The Institutes. IEA offers instructor-led training to help candidates get the most beneficial learning experience from the materials in the context of California workers’s compensation, and to be prepared to take and pass the National Examination administered by The Institutes.
Does IEA Offer Payment Plans?
Yes! IEA can help you optimize your training dollars. Simply select the “Shop Pay” option during enrollment, then choose the payment plan that best suits your needs.