Pre-Licensing Course

TIPIC Pre-Licensing Course

About The Pre-Licensing Course

Trusted Agent Services Group Pre-Licensing Course provides aspiring Title Insurance Producer Independent Contractors (TIPICs) with an understanding of concepts and principles in the title industry required to pass the state licensing exam (administered by Prometric Testing). The title insurance concepts and principles presented in the course address the Prometric Examination Content Outline used as a guide in studying for the state exam. The course consists of 5 sessions conducted over a 3-week time frame. All sessions are held online via Zoom. Funds are due one week prior to the class start date.

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Cost of the Pre-Licensing Course

The cost of the pre-licensing course is $399 which includes:

(1) An instructor who is a licensed TIPIC and Notary Public professional (20 years)

(2) Title Insurance Pre-licensing Handbook

(3) 20 hours of combined in-person online and home study training

(4) Option to join a study group at the end of the course

(5) Coaching beyond the pre-licensing course.

Pre-Licensing Course Dates

August 21- September 11, 2023

Funds are due by August 18, 2023

All five (5) sessions are held on Zoom (online):

Session 1 - Mon, Aug 21 - 7p - 9p

Session 2 - Thu, Aug 24- 7p - 9p
Session 3 - Mon, Aug 28 - 6:30p - 9:30p
Session 4 - Thu, Sep 7 - 7p - 9p
Session 5 - Mon, Sep 11 - 6:30p - 9:30p
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Next Pre-Licensing Course Dates

October 23 - November 13, 2023

Funds are due by October 13, 2023

All five (5) sessions are held on Zoom (online):

Session 1 - Mon, Oct 23 - 7p - 9p

Session 2 - Mon, Oct 30 - 7p - 9p

Session 3 - Thu, Nov 2 - 6:30p - 9:30p

Session 4 - Thu, Nov 9 - 7p - 9p

Session 5 - Mon, Nov 13 - 6:30p - 9:30p

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Testimonials

On 06/20/2023 9:33 PM Nicole Thomas wrote:

Hello, Mrs. Elaine,
I wanted to tell you about my journey to becoming a TIPIC. This year I started thinking about how I could make more money, I have been a Maryland notary since 2003. I never really did much with it; I notarized documents here and there. Then, both of my sisters became Notary Signing Agents in Washington, DC!

I found out later that because I reside in Maryland, I had to take this "special class pre-licensing class" that I could not find any information about. So, long story short, I went to get something notarized and the notary's card said "Notary Signing Agent". I asked about the process, and he gave me another company’s information and I signed up immediately, paid a lot of money for the course, and I thought it would be perfect as it was self-paced. Boy, was I wrong! I could not even focus on what the instructor was saying as it seemed to be all over the place; I couldn’t retain the information.

While I was working towards the TIPIC goal, I became aware that the Secretary of State Office required me to take a course to renew my commission. I signed up for that course as well as a few more courses as I became aware that it was now a lot more to being a Notary than I thought. So, I took the courses through Prince George's Community College, and you and Mr. Harris were the instructors. I was learning so much and was able to focus and grasp the information, so I took the loss of the other TIPIC course to take your TIPIC course.

I would have to say that your style and method of teaching are unmatched! I am very excited to restart this journey to becoming a TIPIC under your leadership! While looking over the information and the way it is presented as well as all the additional study aides (the handbook, websites and YouTube videos you reference, as well as the option to join study groups, and especially the fact that you also offer Quizlet sets for information re-enforcement), I am now excited again about finally becoming a TIPIC and attending more of your courses. I also look forward to the 2023 Maryland Notary Public Day Conference in November.

Thank you for all you do to help your students become successful. I can’t express enough how excited I am to be in your classrooms.

On 07/29/2022 5:50 PM Samuel Uagbor wrote: God is great!! I received an 84% on my second attempt! I was in your January class, but when the course ended, I did not study seriously until June. I did a study group but realized that I needed more time to study. In June, I studied passively so when I attempted the TIPIC exam on July 1st, I received a 61%. I was proud of myself because I barely studied. I committed to more preparation in July. I read the course book two times, answered all the Quizlet questions, and did flashcards. The questions were straightforward and easy. Better yet, some of the exam questions were in the course manual. Thank you for your help.

Testimonials

On 01/23/2023 4:54 PM Geneva Stewart wrote:

Hello Ms. Harris,

I was able to pass my exam on the first go-round - Fantastic)! I was so excited when I submitted my exam and the word “PASSED” appeared. But I could not have done it without your help and the help of my fellow classmates. Working with my study group really paid off. We meet twice a week for 2 hours each night. We went over the Trusted Agent Services Handbook from beginning to end. We reviewed all the tests in the handbook in addition to the questions given to us on the last day of class. Studying the Quizlet assignments also helped. **We focused on understanding the concept and not just memorizing the answer.** Going over the definitions also paid off. Knowing the meaning of the words made it easier to understand some of the questions.

You must read the question and sometimes read it twice. There are a lot of questions that contain the word “expect”, so be prepared. Strike through the ones you know are incorrect narrow down the choices then make a decision. Although you can flag a question and go back to it, don’t. Your first answer is always your best answer. Was the test easy? No, but following your instructions really paid off.

You totally prepared us for the exam and the suggestion of study groups was a plus. I did not think I needed to be a part of a study group in the beginning, but it really paid off. I highly recommend it.

Ms. Harris thank you again for sharing your knowledge and experience with us. And for always being there when we had questions. You are a ‘Great Teacher’.

What Is It Like to be a Title Insurance Producer Independent Contractor (TIPIC)?

Watch a video learn the steps to becoming a title insurance producer independent contractor aka notary signing agent profession. It will answer your questions: "What training do I need?", "What equipment should I purchase?", "How do I become a notary?", "Do I need training as a notary?", "What are the Secretary of State's requirements?", "What are the Maryland Insurance Administration requirements?", "How much money can I make?", and more. Click here to register for the informational video session.

A TIPIC must be commissioned as a Notary Public in Maryland in order to render services independently which may result in the issuance of a title insurance contract. Consequently, a Notary Public must meet the title licensing requirement in order to perform official duties at real estate closings or settlements.

As an independent contractor, the TIPIC is contracted by a "closing agent" to ensure that real estate loan products properly signed by the client, notarized by the notary and returned for processing in a timely manner. As an independent contractor, the TIPIC is also responsible for filing the proper tax forms with IRS.

The Home Loan Process

1. The borrower initiates the loan by contacting the lender and applying for the loan.

2. The lender processes the loan, contacts the closing agent, and funds the loan.

3. The closing agent, an independent third party authorized by the lender, performs the closing duties on the loan and acts as an implementer for the borrowers, often contracting Notary Signing Agents directly or indirectly through a signing service.

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TIPIC Pre-Licensing Course

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