Registration process

The registration process consists of 2 steps:

Step 1 - The application for registration authorization

The application for registration authorization enables the AMF to validate your eligibility to write the examinations.

To obtain authorization to register for an exam, you must, among other things, meet the qualifications corresponding to the chosen sector or sector class and provide valid proof of Canadian identity.

When applying for authorization to register for examinations, you must also agree to respect the confidentiality of examination content.

Insight

The application for registration authorization is valid for only one sector or sector class. If you are applying for authorization to register for exams in several sectors or sector classes, you must complete an application for each one.

Once your application for registration authorization has been processed and the required fees paid, you will receive authorization to register for the exams.

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Submitting an application for authorization to register for examinations via AMF E-Services

The registration authorization application is available in the “Becoming a Professional” tab under “Register – Examinations.”

To complete your on-line application, you will need:

Your client number (10 digits)
An electronic copy of the official transcript confirming that you meet the minimum qualifications for the damage insurance or claims adjustment sectors or their sector classes
Your Canadian Insurance Participant Registry (CIPR) number to confirm that you have successfully completed the mandatory specialized training for the insurance of persons or group insurance of persons sectors or their sector classes
An electronic copy of your valid proof of Canadian identity
If applicable, the client number of the third-party payer
If applicable, your credit card
If applicable, the client number of the organization that is sponsoring you
If applicable, the information needed to complete the, Statement of Guilt or Statement of Bankruptcy

If you do not have an electronic copy of your supporting documents, you can mail in photocopies of these documents, together with your reply coupon or your application number. Ensure that you provide copies of all supporting documents and requested information, as incomplete applications will not be considered.

When the AMF receives your application, you will be sent a confirmation showing your application number and client number. You can check the status of your application in the “Client File” tab under “Follow up on applications/requests” in E-Services.

Submitting an application to register for examinations if you are not registered for AMF E-Services

Using E-Services will optimize your transactions with the AMF. If you are unable to register for AMF E-Services, you can submit your application using the Application for examination registration authorization form.

Ensure that you provide a photocopy of all supporting documents and requested information, as incomplete applications will not be considered.

Trainers from a firm or educational institution can request a group reservation so that all of their candidates have the same exam date. They should write to [email protected] for details.

Step 2 - Selecting an exam date and an exam

You must obtain authorization to register before signing up for an exam.

To register for AMF exams, you must choose :

the location
the language
the writing date
the writing time

You will receive a copy of the Examination Rules along with your notice of examination. This document sets out the conditions and procedure for taking exams. It is important that you read it carefully since, under section 27 of the Regulation respecting the issuance and renewal of representatives’ certificates This link will open in a new window, “a candidate is considered to have failed an examination if he fails to comply with the instructions given during the examination session

Consult the exams calendar :

Warning

When your application has been processed, a notice of examination will be mailed out to you. Check this notice carefully to ensure that the competencies being evaluated, as well as the exam date, location and language match your selections. Keep this notice, as you will be required to present it to the supervisors in order to be admitted to the exam room. If you notice an error or you have questions, contact the Information Centre immediately

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Selecting an exam date and an exam via AMF E-Services

You can select an exam date and an exam under “Register – Examinations” in the “Becoming a Professional” tab

To speed up processing, make sure that you have the following on hand:

Your client number (10 digits)
If applicable, the reservation number for your exam writing time
If applicable, the client number of the third-party payer
If applicable, your credit card

When the AMF receives your application, you will be sent a confirmation showing your application number and client number. You can check the status of your application in AMF E-Services from the "Client File" tab under "Follow up on applications/requests."

Selecting an exam date and an exam if you are not registered for AMF E-Services

Using E-Services will optimize your transactions with the AMF. If you are unable to register for AMF E-Services, you can submit your application using the Application to register for one or more examinations.

Remember to take into account the exam calendar, the deadline for submitting documents and payment processing times when selecting exam writing dates.

When your application has been processed, a notice of examination will be mailed out to you. The AMF will process your application taking into account the number of seats in the exam rooms; therefore, you may be assigned a different exam date or time.