ARPM DESIGNATION

The concept of the Associate in Risk Pool Management (ARPM) designation began several years ago on the CAJPA Board of Directors as a means to ensure a succession of qualified individuals would be available to support and direct pooling in the coming years.

The designation is earned by taking the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) series of three classes, the CPCU 530 class and two new classes, the ARPM 601 and 602. These courses are intended to provide candidates with a background in risk management, risk financing, legal concepts, financial and actuarial matters, governance and strategic planning. The ARPM 602 course is specifically designed to provide candidates with an opportunity to apply their knowledge and build professional networks through the completion of either a business-related work project or a series of interviews with existing pool managers (volunteers needed, see below). With the designation still in its early stages, the Committee will conduct regular evaluations of the curriculum and process as more students participate.

Many students have already expressed an interest in the ARPM designation, not only in California but throughout the states, and this year the CAJPA Education Committee expects it will have some candidates complete the series and earn the designation. Once the classes have been completed successfully, the candidate must participate in continuing education to maintain the designation.

If you would like more information about this program, please contact the CAJPA Office or go to www.ieatraining.com.

We need your help! Are you are currently managing a self-insurance pool? Do you have at least five years experience as a pool manager with responsibility for supervision? If so, we are looking for volunteers who would be willing to be interviewed by ARPM candidates to share their experience and provide some insight into the "real" world of pool management and leadership. It would require a single meeting (in person or by phone) during which the candidate will pose five questions directed at a discussion of your experience and what has worked well, or not so well, for you. Please contact Jan DeGracia, CAJPA's Education Committee Chair at jand@nbsia.org if you are interested in helping our candidates complete the program and build their own professional network in pooling.
Thank you.