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Federally-facilitated Marketplace (FFM) Training

Agents and brokers play an essential role in helping consumers understand the Federally-facilitated Marketplace (FFM), explore their options, and get enrolled. Make sure you’re fully prepared to meet their needs by enrolling in AHIP’s CMS-approved FFM courses. With content created by our industry’s most trusted authorities, the insurance experts at AHIP, you’ll get the training you need and more.

Choose the online course that fits your needs

  • Individual Marketplace Training
    Required by CMS if you want to sell products through the The course covers key aspects of the Federal Marketplace, including operations and structure, CMS guidelines, marketing, the enrollment process, and more.
  • Individual Marketplace Training for Returning Agents and Brokers
    If you passed your required Individual Marketplace Training for plan year 2019 and wish to update your training to sell through the Marketplace for plan year 2020, this quick option may be the right choice for you.*

* Please note: Along with a 25-question final exam, the following modules will not be optional for this course: Basics Review for Returning Agents and Brokers, Individual Marketplace Review for Returning Agents and Brokers, and Privacy and Security Review for Returning Agents and Brokers.


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Discover the AHIP Advantage

When you choose AHIP for your Federal Marketplace training, the benefits extend beyond meeting your CMS training requirements.

  • Training that exceeds CMS standards: You’ll gain additional information to help grow your business.
  • The opportunity to earn Continuing Education (CE) credits. (CE credits are available in most states for a small additional fee. Details are available here. To see if CE credits are available in your state, scroll down.)
  • AHIP’s flexible approach to online learning fits your work life and learning style. Learn, achieve, and succeed at your own pace.
  • A fully supported, dedicated training website. AHIP courses run on their own platform, for fast, seamless learning.
  • Technical support by phone or email.

Make AHIP your partner in FFM Training

No wonder thousands of your colleagues choose AHIP for this essential professional training! To experience all the benefits only AHIP can provide, enroll today.

Prices

  • $55 for Individual Marketplace Training
  • $20 for Individual Marketplace Training for Returning Agents and Brokers
  • CE credits (where available) vary by state and training option. Details here.

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Don’t Forget

  • Agents and brokers must complete their FFM registration annually.
  • To sell products through the Marketplace, agents and brokers must complete all steps within the annual FFM registration process. This includes enrolling through the CMS portal, completing training, and signing the required Agreements(s) with CMS.
  • AHIP has been approved by CMS to develop and host FFM Training for FFM agents and brokers for plan year 2020.
  • Plan year 2020 Open Enrollment begins 11/1/19 and ends 12/15/19.
  • For information on the requirements and process for completing FFM agent and broker registration and training for plan year 2020, visit gov/CCIIO/programs-and-initiatives/health-insurance-marketplaces/a-b-resources.html
  • For questions regarding AHIP’s Federal Marketplace training, email [email protected].

States with CE approval for plan year 2020 Federally-facilitated Individual Marketplace Training
(approx. 9 credits, exact number varies by state)
Alabama
Arizona
Arkansas
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Jersey
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Virginia
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming

States with CE approval for plan year 2020 Individual Marketplace Training for Returning Agents and Brokers (approx. 2 credits, exact number varies by state)
Alabama
Arizona
Arkansas
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Missouri
Mississippi
Montana
Nebraska
New Hampshire
New Jersey
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Utah
Virginia
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming

*Additional filing fees may apply and additional documentation may be required for your state’s CE credit processing.