Xactimate is the software of choice for most insurance companies in the United States.
A three (3) day class that is like no other in the Industry. Simply put, this class is one of the most in-depth Xactimate courses in the Adjusting Industry. Amcat teaches adjusters how to complete an entire claim from start to finish. Students are taught with a hands-on-approach using Xactimate. Students are producing real mockup claims from the field.
We leave nothing out about the program, so there are no big surprises when the adjuster goes to work in the field. Students are taught how to navigate through the program. How to properly document Activity Reports and label photographs. 50% of the time is learning the tools available in Sketch and how to draw basic and complex roofs as well as diagramming multiple interior rooms.
Estimates will be prepared and packaged as a PDF and reviewed for accuracy in the same “Quality Control” process as in the field. Students will learn the requirements necessary for file submission as if adjusting claims for Amcat. This course reviews what is taught in any of the Amcat Property courses, but goes into more detail about the software. If you have not completed a Basic Property course, we strong suggest you start there before taking this course.
Please call the Education Center for details 1-800-995-1433 x. 232
Xactimate Course Details
Prerequisites
Knowledge of basic PC operation and commands
Knowledge of Basic Adjusting is strongly encouraged
Learning Objectives
Using Xactimate
Loss notice entry and preparation of photographs
Drawing roof and interior diagrams in sketch
Estimate writing and variable use
Preparation and electronic submission of an estimate
Required Class Materials
Laptop computer with Windows XP, Vista or 7 Operating System
Xactimate training program or upgrade
Additional software will be installed during class
Xactimate:
Important Notice
Download Xactimate 27.3
Amcat will NOT install Xactimate for any student during the course. Students must arrive with software pre-installed.
To Download: Go to www.xactware.com. Choose XM8 – click XM8 Demo – Click XM8 Demo Download – Add to Cart – Type of work is: Independent Adjuster – Checkout – Register – Continue to follow prompts. You will then receive your key code – write it down. Load version 27.3 only
Xactware may be reached Monday through Friday at 800-424-9228
Dress
Business Casual
Class Hours
Class begins at 8AM. End time is based on the student's ability to finish class assignments and exercises. Generally about 5:30- 6 PM
Class Location
Amcat Education Center 4843 West Royal Lane
Irving, Texas 75063
We are conveniently located one exit east from the North Entrance to the Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW).
Park in the parking lot designated below. You will have to walk to the Amcat Education Center from the parking lot. Do not park behind the Education Center or in front of it. You can enter the parking lot by going north on Sterling from Royal and taking your first left to the parking lot area.
Comfort Inn DFW North
5000 W. John Carpenter Fwy
Irving, TX 75063
Phone: 972-929-5757
Fax: 972-870-9567
The Amcat rate is $48.00. You MUST call in advance and ask for the Amcat rate. Call the hotel directly at 972-929-5757, tell the Guest Services Agent that you are with AMCAT to receive the special rate. This hotel offers shuttle service to DFW Airport, area businesses and to Amcat's Education Center.
If you plan to come in an RV we suggest The Vineyards Campground in Grapevine, TX. Grapevine is about 15 minutes from our location.
Disclaimer
The catastrophe adjusting industry is dependent upon weather events that damage resident ad commercial properties. This translates to seasonal, inconsistent work and a potential for abnormal work hours as necessary to produce a finished claim report. Our goal, at the Amcat Education Center, is to deliver honest and accurate training for the “real world” adjuster. We are committed to the success of the Independent Adjuster and Amcat’s Operations.
We will conduct classes in a professional manner. Please help us provide an environment that is conducive to learning and concentration.
Students who successfully complete an Amcat Training class will receive a Certificate of Completion and score that are highly regarded in the industry as demonstration of their competency and proficiency relating to the course curriculum.
The successful completion of an Amcat Training class in no way implies or guarantees that the graduate will automatically receive an Amcat Independent Contractor Agreement (IA Contract) and a position on the Amcat Adjuster Roster. Selected individuals MAY receive an invitation to join Amcat based upon their cumulative evaluation.
Amcat holds the right to objectively and subjectively evaluate a student. Evaluation parameters include but are not limited to: Software knowledge, character and professionalism, and coursework averages.
Largely mandated by our clients, Amcat has strict requirements relating to criminal background checks. This criterion does not prohibit participation in classes or receipt of the Amcat Certificate of Completion. While opportunity with Amcat may be limited by this principle, the same contracting values for background checks will vary from firm to firm and may afford the student opportunities with other Adjusting companies.
Refund Policy
Tuition may be refunded up to 7 days before the beginning of a class and upon return of all class material. If an adjuster is unable to attend a selected AMCAT course, they may within one year, reschedule the course or select a different course with the same tuition. Amcat may cancel any training at any time; reasons for canceling training would include: lack of attendees, weather and instructor availability or any other circumstance beyond our control. As best practices, Amcat will try to communicate a cancelled course on our website, by e-mailing the student or by phone prior to the course beginning.
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