--- title: Our Qualifications - Each One Explained In 50 Words Or Less description: We have three university-accredited qualifications and want to make it easy for you to understand what each one means and who it is best suited for. image: https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Qualifications%20banner.png --- [![logo-from-updated-site](https://blog.iii.ie/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/Insurance%20Institute/logo-from-updated-site.png?width=178&name=logo-from-updated-site.png)](http://www.iii.ie/) [**MEMBER LOGIN**](https://eu-quercus.elluciancloud.com/app/iii/f?p=10604:101:3609409149439) - [Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes) - [Certificate in Product Advice](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Certificate-in-Insurance-Product-Advice-APA) - [Certificate in Insurance Practice](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Certificate-in-Insurance-Practice-CIP) - [Higher Diploma in Insurance Management](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Higher-Diploma-in-Insurance-Management) - [Specialty Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes) - [Insurance Practitioner Apprenticeship](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Insurance-Practitioner-Apprenticeship) - [Certified Insurance Director](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Certified-Insurance-Director) - [Certificate in Climate Risk](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Certificate-in-Climate-Risk) - [Micro-credentials](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Micro-credentials) - [Affiliate Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes) - [Non-General Insurance Qualifications](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#non-general-insurance-qualifications) - [Certified Diploma in Loss Adjusting](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#cdip) - [ACII to FCII](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#acii-and-fcii) - [Exemptions](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Exemptions) - [Exams](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Exam-Information) - [Membership](https://iii.ie/Membership) - [Membership Categories and Fees](https://iii.ie/Membership/Membership-Categories-Fees) - [CPD](https://iii.ie/Membership/CPD) - [Local Institutes](https://iii.ie/Membership/Local-Institutes) - [Careers](https://iii.ie/Membership/Careers) - [Register of Compliant Persons](https://iii.ie/Membership/Register-of-Compliant-Persons) - [Employers](https://iii.ie/Employers) - [About Us](https://iii.ie/About-Us) - [Our History](https://iii.ie/About-Us/Our-History) - [Leadership Team](https://iii.ie/About-Us/Leadership) - [Blog](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track) ![Blog Banner 2](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog%20Banner%202.png "Blog Banner 2") # Our Qualifications - Each One Explained In 50 Words Or Less 21/07/22 13:15 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) When it comes to choosing which qualification is right for you, we want to make it super easy. To understand what each one means and who it is best suited for, we've summarised each one in 50 words or less to make it simple to understand. No hassle, no confusion, no stress.   ![Qualifications banner](https://blog.iii.ie/hs-fs/hubfs/Qualifications%20banner.png?width=1000&name=Qualifications%20banner.png)   [Accredited Product Adviser (APA)](https://www.iii.ie/qualifications/accredited-product-adviser-apa) What: An entry-level program that will help you learn more about the industry and give you the foundations to build a career in insurance. Once completed you’ll have the skills (and confidence) to work unsupervised. Who: Those new to Insurance and looking to meet minimum competency requirements. Read more [here.](https://info.iii.ie/accredited-product-adviser-guide-2021)   [Certified Insurance Practitioner (CIP)](https://www.iii.ie/qualifications/certified-insurance-practitioner-cip) What: Looking to build a successful career in insurance? Then the [CIP](https://www.iii.ie/qualifications/certified-insurance-practitioner-cip) is for you. This comprehensive designation enables you to do more by broadening your product knowledge, and strengthening your technical understanding. Who: APA qualified professionals looking to add to their credentials and advance their career. Read more [here.](https://info.iii.ie/certified-insurance-practitioner-guide-2021)   [Higher Diploma in Insurance (MDI)](https://www.iii.ie/qualifications/higher-diploma-in-insurance-management) What: A level-8 qualification for experienced professionals, this programme gives you the skills to be more. You’ll learn advanced technical content and ‘power’ skills such as critical thinking, report writing and problem-solving needed to succeed in your career. Who: Experienced insurance professionals looking to progress. Read more [here](https://info.iii.ie/accredited-product-adviser-guide-2021). > # Interested in registering for one of our qualifications? 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