The Course on Professionalism is designed to make the candidate aware of the requirements of the CAS and American Academy of Actuaries (AAA) regarding the conduct of the actuary in the performance of his or her duties.
The CAS offers courses on a first come first serve basis, based on exam priority, in February*, June, August*, and December. A virtual course is offered in June for candidates that may have extenuating circumstances that makes travel to an in-person course difficult. *February and August courses are offered based on demand.
Exam Credit Transfers
The CAS is excited about your progress with the CAS exams and want to ensure everything is in order as you continue your journey. To help us better plan future Course on Professionalism offerings, please ensure your exam credits are up to date here. If you are missing credit for a joint exam or VEE requirement, we kindly ask that you submit your SOA transcript as soon as possible to ensure your exam credits are accurately recorded in our database.
Upcoming CAS Course on Professionalism
Upcoming Courses:
- Dec 16-17, 2024 | Orlando - SOLD OUT
- Dec 16-17, 2024 | Las Vegas - SOLD OUT
- February 10-11, 2025 COP | Austin, TX - SOLD OUT
- March 3-4, 2025 | Arlington, VA - Register
*Application Required, see details in drop down menu.
Canadian Candidates
Canadian candidates who have successfully completed the CIA's Professionalism Workshop (PW) AND Practice Education Course (PEC) between 2019 and March 2024 meet the requirements for the CAS Course on Professionalism (COP). Completion of both courses is required.
The CIA is introducing a new enhanced Professionalism Workshop (PW) offered after April 1, 2024. The CAS will accept completion of this new course alone as meeting the requirements for the CAS Course on Professionalism for candidates pursuing an ACIA or FCIA designation.
Candidates who have completed either the CIA Professionalism Workshop or Practice Education Course (PEC) prior to April 1, 2024, are encouraged to take a one-day transitional professionalism course offered by the CIA through 2025 to obtain credit for the new enhanced PW course. For more information, visit Professionalism Workshop - Canadian Institute of Actuaries | Institut canadien des actuaires (cia-ica.ca) and/or contact the CIA Education Department for more information at education@cia-ica.ca.
Questions
If you have any questions or need additional information, contact the CAS Office at (703) 276-3100 or via email at meetings@casact.org.
Course Information
Registration is SOLD OUT
Registration/Fees
Registration opens Monday, August 12th, at 12pm ET for qualified candidates:
- If you have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any six (6) actuarial exams in the 2024 education structure, regardless of Internet courses or VEE status.
OR
- If you do not have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any five (5) actuarial exams in the 2024 education structure, regardless of DISC courses or VEE status.
OR
- If you are a Fellow of another organization applying for mutual recognition.
Registration opens Wednesday, August 14th , at 12pm ET for qualified candidates:
- If you have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any five (5) actuarial exams AND three (3) out of four (4) non-exam requirements: Online Course 1 / DISC RM, Online Course 2 / DISC IA, VEE Accounting and Finance, and VEE Economics in the 2024 education.
OR
- If you do not have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any four (4) actuarial exams AND four (4) out of five (5) non-exam requirements: Online Course 1 / DISC RM, Online Course 2 / DISC IA, DISC DA, VEE Accounting and Finance, and VEE Economics in the 2024 education.
OR
- If you are a Fellow of another organization applying for mutual recognition.
Note: For this eligibility prerequisite, the actuarial exams are Exams 1, 2, 3F, MAS-I, MAS-II, 5 and 6.
Attendance is limited to 75 participants. Note that sellouts do occur. Course applications will be accepted in the order in which they are received (within the noted eligibility guidelines), and a confirmation will be emailed to registrants after the registration payment is processed. Please allow the CAS office one week to process your registration. A receipt will be sent via email to all registrants.
The early registration fee for the in-person COP is $1,375 (US). Registrations received after November 1, 2024 will incur a late fee of $200.00.
Preliminary Requirements
- E-Modules - All registered candidates will be required to view presentations on each of the ASOPs before attending the in-person course. These presentations, termed e-modules, consist of a series of slides with audio to guide you through the ASOP presentations. Each presentation contains questions placed throughout the slides that will need to be answered correctly to proceed and complete the presentation. Completion of each e-module for each candidate will be tracked by the CAS; to successfully complete the Course on Professionalism all presentations must be completed by the date noted in your confirmation email.
- Communication Skills - Candidates will be required to complete pre-work on communication skills topics and should be prepared to use these skills during the course. This requirement takes approximately three hours.
- Pre-Readings - There are several pre-readings that will help candidates to become familiar with and prepare to discuss professionalism topics.
Attire
The attire for the course is business casual (no denim, no shorts, no athletic shoes), and as meeting room temperatures vary, it is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to the course.
Cancellations
Registration fees will be refunded for cancellations received by December 1, 2024, less a $200 processing fee. Only written cancellations will be honored, and they will be accepted by email to refund@casact.org.
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Registration is SOLD OUT
Registration/Fees
Registration opens Wednesday, Dec 4, at 12pm ET for qualified candidates:
* If you have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any six (6) actuarial exams in the 2024 education structure, regardless of Internet courses or VEE status.
OR
* If you do not have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any five (5) actuarial exams in the 2024 education structure, regardless of DISC courses or VEE status.
OR
* If you are a Fellow of another organization applying for mutual recognition.
Registration opens Friday, Dec 6 , at 12pm ET for qualified candidates:
* If you have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any five (5) actuarial exams AND three (3) out of four (4) non-exam requirements: Online Course 1 / DISC RM, Online Course 2 / DISC IA, VEE Accounting and Finance, and VEE Economics in the 2024 education.
OR
* If you do not have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any four (4) actuarial exams AND four (4) out of five (5) non-exam requirements: Online Course 1 / DISC RM, Online Course 2 / DISC IA, DISC DA, VEE Accounting and Finance, and VEE Economics in the 2024 education.
OR
* If you are a Fellow of another organization applying for mutual recognition.
* Note: For this eligibility prerequisite, the actuarial exams are Exams 1, 2, 3F, MAS-I, MAS-II, 5 and 6.
Attendance is limited to 75 participants. Note that sellouts do occur. Course applications will be accepted in the order in which they are received (within the noted eligibility guidelines), and a confirmation will be emailed to registrants after the registration payment is processed. Please allow the CAS office one week to process your registration. A receipt will be sent via email to all registrants.
The early registration fee for the in-person COP is $1,375 (US). Registrations received after January 20, 2025 will incur a late fee of $200.00.
Preliminary Requirements
- E-Modules - All registered candidates will be required to view presentations on each of the ASOPs before attending the in-person course. These presentations, termed e-modules, consist of a series of slides with audio to guide you through the ASOP presentations. Each presentation contains questions placed throughout the slides that will need to be answered correctly to proceed and complete the presentation. Completion of each e-module for each candidate will be tracked by the CAS; to successfully complete the Course on Professionalism all presentations must be completed by the date noted in your confirmation email.
- Communication Skills - Candidates will be required to complete pre-work on communication skills topics and should be prepared to use these skills during the course. This requirement takes approximately three hours.
- Pre-Readings - There are several pre-readings that will help candidates to become familiar with and prepare to discuss professionalism topics.
Attire
The attire for the course is business casual (no denim, no shorts, no athletic shoes), and as meeting room temperatures vary, it is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to the course.
Cancellations
Registration fees will be refunded for cancellations received by January 1, 2025, less a $200 processing fee. Only written cancellations will be honored, and they will be accepted by email to refund@casact.org.
Registration/Fees
Registration opens Monday, December 16, at 12pm ET for qualified candidates:
* If you have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any six (6) actuarial exams in the 2024 education structure, regardless of Internet courses or VEE status.
OR
* If you do not have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any five (5) actuarial exams in the 2024 education structure, regardless of DISC courses or VEE status.
OR
* If you are a Fellow of another organization applying for mutual recognition.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 17, at 1pm ET for qualified candidates:
* If you have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any five (5) actuarial exams AND three (3) out of four (4) non-exam requirements: Online Course 1 / DISC RM, Online Course 2 / DISC IA, VEE Accounting and Finance, and VEE Economics in the 2024 education.
OR
* If you do not have credit for exam 3F: Credit for any four (4) actuarial exams AND four (4) out of five (5) non-exam requirements: Online Course 1 / DISC RM, Online Course 2 / DISC IA, DISC DA, VEE Accounting and Finance, and VEE Economics in the 2024 education.
OR
* If you are a Fellow of another organization applying for mutual recognition.
* Note: For this eligibility prerequisite, the actuarial exams are Exams 1, 2, 3F, MAS-I, MAS-II, 5 and 6.
Attendance is limited to 60 participants. Note that sellouts do occur. A confirmation will be emailed to registrants after the registration payment is processed. Please allow the CAS office ten (10) days to process your registration. Course details will be sent via email to all registrants.
The early registration fee for the in-person COP is $1,375 (US). Registrations received after January 27, 2025 will incur a late fee of $200.00.
Preliminary Requirements
- E-Modules - All registered candidates will be required to view presentations on each of the ASOPs before attending the in-person course. These presentations, termed e-modules, consist of a series of slides with audio to guide you through the ASOP presentations. Each presentation contains questions placed throughout the slides that will need to be answered correctly to proceed and complete the presentation. Completion of each e-module for each candidate will be tracked by the CAS; to successfully complete the Course on Professionalism all presentations must be completed by the date noted in your confirmation email.
- Communication Skills - Candidates will be required to complete pre-work on communication skills topics and should be prepared to use these skills during the course. This requirement takes approximately three hours.
- Pre-Readings - There are several pre-readings that will help candidates to become familiar with and prepare to discuss professionalism topics.
Attire
The attire for the course is business casual (no denim, no shorts, no athletic shoes), and as meeting room temperatures vary, it is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to the course.
Cancellations
Registration fees will be refunded for cancellations received by February 17, 2025, less a $200 processing fee. Only written cancellations will be honored, and they will be accepted by email to refund@casact.org.
Candidates must successfully complete the Course on Professionalism to achieve the designation: Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS).
The Course on Professionalism is designed to make the candidate aware of the requirements of the CAS, CIA, and AAA regarding the conduct of the actuary in the performance of his or her duties. After working through the pre-work and taking the course, the candidate completing the course should know:
- The Code of Professional Conduct and how to apply it in everyday work.
- The importance of the applicability of the Code of Professional Conduct to members of the profession at all levels and areas of practice given the self-regulating nature of the actuarial profession.
- What types of formal professional guidance are applicable to the Casualty Actuary, and which organizations are responsible for promulgating them.
- The potential consequences of violations of the Code of Professional Conduct or other formal professional guidance.
- Basic business communication skills and show familiarity with the skills necessary to communicate actuarial topics to actuarial and non-actuarial audiences.
- Become familiar with common societal biases and their intersection with professional conduct.
- The function of organizations that promulgate formal professional guidance.
- How an actuary who violates professional standards may be counseled or disciplined.
- How an actuary should handle an apparent material violation of formal professional guidance by another actuary.
- The requirements for continuing professional education for the jurisdiction relevant to the Actuary’s practice.
Future Locations
Updated January 2024
The CAS has developed the following rotating schedule for COP locations. The CAS has selected these cities and rotation in an effort to best serve the candidate audience. As Courses are booked more detailed city locations will be added to the chart. As a reminder, candidates should never make travel arrangements prior to registering and receiving a registration confirmation from the CAS. The rotating location schedule is merely offered as an advance planning tool and is subject to change.
2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | |
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February* |
Philadelphia |
Southwest | Northeast or Mid-Atlantic | Southwest |
June |
Seattle |
Northeast U.S. |
Western U.S. | Northeast U.S. |
Chicago |
Midwest U.S. |
Midwest U.S. |
Midwest U.S. |
|
Virtual |
Virtual |
Virtual |
Virtual |
|
August* | Chicago | Midwest U.S. | Midwest U.S. | Midwest U.S. |
December |
Las Vegas Orlando |
Southeast/Mid-Atlantic U.S. West Coast U.S. |
Southeast U.S. Southwest U.S. |
Southeast/Mid-Atlantic U.S. West Coast U.S. |
*Denotes tentative courses. February and August will be scheduled based on candidate demand.