Brokers that hold a DC resident or non-resident health insurance producer license in good standing and who wish to become a Broker registered to sell on DC Health Exchange must fulfill requirements upheld by the DC Health Link Authority. This training will include how to complete the requirements. The training will cover principles of broker interaction, how brokers communicate with the DC Health Link, how brokers are assigned to be a part of it, basics of ACA – market reforms that are the most significant, marketplaces in general, and then premium tax credits. The second focus of the training will walk brokers through where and how to submit applications, the application process, timing, and carrier appointments. This training alone requires the completion of training materials and a final exam to confirm a broker's readiness to conduct business. Before getting final approval to sell, there is a three-step process.
What students will learn:
- Broker Assignment Process
- ACA in 2024
- Market Reforms
- Marketplaces
- Plan Offerings
- Types and Choice of Plans
- Actuarial Value
- Essential Health Benefits
- Impact on HSAs
- Employer Eligibility and Requirements
- Small Business Tax Credit
- Employer Responsibility
- Enrollment Process
- Individual & Families Marketplace and Medicaid
Access:
The DC Health Link Broker Certification Course (2024) is available.
For access to the training, brokers need to complete DC Health Link's easy 3-step process. After you complete the steps, you will receive an email from the DC Health Link with access to the training. If you did not receive your training access email, please contact dchl.producer@dc.gov.
Cost:
Agent-brokers operating outside of DC, MD and VA jurisdiction will pay $79.99 directly through the e-commerce NAPIB learning management portal at time of enrollment.
Agent-brokers operating inside of DC, MD and VA jurisdiction will pay $0.00.
CE Credits:
The DC Health Link Broker Certification Course (2024) has been filed for continuing education credits in MD and DC. Please check your state’s CE approval status and rules prior to purchasing the course.
Resources:
Click here for step-by-step instructions on how to purchase and access the DC Health Link Broker Certification Course (2024) in the Online Learning Institute.