Please call the Education Center for details 1-800-995-1433 x. 232

Prerequisites

• Knowledge of basic PC operation and commands
• Knowledge of Basic Adjusting is required
• Field experience with at least 100 claims or passing the Amcat 3-day Xactimate course with a 70% of higher is a requirement for attending this course

Learning Objectives

• Effectively use time management
• Tips for preparation of Activity Reports and photographs
• Drawing complex roofs and interior diagrams in sketch using Xactimate Version 27
• Estimate writing and variable use using multiple methods of estimating
• Learning features that can be used for Residential and Commercial Estimating

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.

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 27.1 only

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- 6:00 PM

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Phone Number

800-995-1433

Cost

$250

Accommodations

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 and 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.

1. 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.
2. We will conduct classes in a professional manner.  Please help us provide an environment that is conducive to learning and concentration.
3. 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.
4. 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. 
5. 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.
6. 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, 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.