FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

We’ve put together some commonly asked questions to give you more information about MCIEF. We also have a Q&A page where Tommy Ruke, MCIEF Founder, answers your trucking insurance questions. Visit the Ask Tommy page.

If you have a question that you can’t find the answer to, please use our contact us page.

How do I join MCIEF?

To become a member complete this registration form.

How do I become a Transportation Risk Specialist?

You can find out the TRS designation education requirements here.

How do I maintain my Transportation Risk Specialist designation?

You can find out the TRS designation education requirements here.

What are the benefits of Motor Carrier Insurance Education Foundation (MCIEF) membership?

Read about benefits afforded to MCIEF members here

How do I get my Transportation Risk Specialist (TRS) Designation?

Read about Transportation Risk Specialist (TRS) Designation

What are the fees for taking the MCIEF classes?

Find out about our pricing structure here

Can I pay my registration fee using a credit card?

Yes, all registrations can be paid by credit card. To make payment with a credit card, complete the online registration and fill in the credit card information. If you have any questions about paying by credit card, please contact trs@mcief.org or call (800) 741-4084.

What is the schedule for the classroom courses and the annual conference?

Motor Carrier Insurance Considerations, Advanced Coverage and Advanced

Underwriting all adhere to the following schedule:

Day 1 – 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, lunch provided from 12:00 to 12:45

Day 2 – 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, lunch provided from 12:00 to 12:45

The Annual Conference schedule is as follows:

Day 1 – 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Day 2 – 8:00 am to noon for 12-hour program

12:30 pm to 4:30 pm for additional 4-hour program

What is appropriate attire for the live face-to-face classes?

Casual attire is fine for Motor Carrier Insurance Considerations, Advanced Coverage and Advanced Underwriting. Jeans are acceptable.

Business casual attire is requested for the Annual Conference.

Does MCIEF make hotel reservations for class participants and/or are hotel room fees included with the class registration fees?

It is the class attendee’s responsibility to make their own hotel reservation and pay for the accommodations. A room block with special pricing is negotiated with the hotel for the class attendees. Reservations must be made before the room block expires to receive the special pricing.

How are additional staff members provided with access to the https://MCIEF.org website?

Please contact your company’s administrator for the MCIEF program. If you do not know who that is, please contact trs@mcief.org or call (800) 741-4084 for additional information.

How can a question be submitted for answering by Tommy Ruke or another subject-matter expert?

Login to the website at https://mcief.org
Click on the “Resource” tab at the top of the page
Go to “Ask Tommy”, type your question and submit

OR

Send an email to trs@mcief.org

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UPCOMING COURSES & EVENTS

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MCIEF CONFERENCES

MCIEF members, Transportation Risk Specialist (TRS) designees, and other insurance and risk management professionals interested in the transportation industry will have the opportunity to attend and participate in the Annual Conference in Orlando, FL and Western Conference in Phoenix, AZ. Both conferences are designed for individuals wishing to remain current and thereby well-equipped to confidently provide insurance and related services within the ever-changing environment that motor carriers operate.

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