Core Principles Course
Aviation Insurance Core Principles and Concepts Course
About the Core Principles Course

Next Opportunity: Summer 2025

The AIA’s Core Principles & Concepts course is an important step in achieving the designation of Certified Aviation Insurance Professional (CAIP). This two-day program covers everything from risk management, aviation insurance law and contracts, hull and liability, CGL, claims, and much more. Case studies are also reviewed and discussed to assist students in connecting course material with the real world.

General Course Details

This course occurs over two days with an optional two-hour exam proctored online during the two weeks following the course. AIA will work with all students to schedule exact times.

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AIA Member: Registration: $675.00 | Optional Exam: $175.00

Non-Member: Registration: $975.00 | Optional Exam: $375.00

Course Materials: E-Book: Included | Printed Workbook: $100.00

Course Materials: “Aviation Insurance Core Principles and Concepts” e-workbook

CIE Credits: This course is eligible for up to 16 CIE credits (Note, if you need credits in a specific state other than the state associated with your registration/membership record, please notify us immediately.)

Expert, Face-to-Face Instruction: Our instructors have more than 65 years of combined experience in the aviation industry and were instrumental in the development of this course.

In-Person Attendees: Breakfast and lunch are included during the course, along with afternoon refreshments.

The Core Principles final exam is optional and proctored online via ZOOM meeting.The AIA team will work with students if none of the exam dates/times work for their schedules. Please note, completing the Core Principles course and passing the exam with a score of 75+ is required for individuals working towards the Certified Aviation Insurance Professional (CAIP) designation.

The Core Principles Workbook was developed and is regularly updated by the AIA Education Committee with assistance from aviation insurance experts from all facets of the industry. It provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary overview of the aviation insurance industry. A digital version is included with your course registration.

Interested in a digital or printed copy of the workbook without registering for the course? A standalone workbook is available for purchase below. The e-workbook is $75 and the printed workbook is $100. Please email info@aiaweb.org for further assistance.

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Refund/Cancellation Policy: Due to Core Principles’ limited class size, absolutely no refunds will be allowed within two weeks of the course start date. Substitutions are permitted.

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