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Self Insurance Administrator's Examination

Pursuant to Title 8, California Code of Regulations, Section 15452, each self insured employer or administrative agency is required to conduct the administration of self insured workers' compensation claims through the services of a competent person or persons located in California. Competence may be demonstrated by passing the Self Insurance Administrator's Examination, administered for this office by Cooperative Personnel Services (CPS). The exam is given in June and November.

You can apply to take the examination online at http://www.cps.ca.gov/TakeATest/. If you have any questions, please contact Eliza De La Cruz at CPS. Her direct line is (916) 263-3624 ext. 3152.

Information to help prepare for the exam is available at the California Self Insurers' Association website at http://www.caself-insurers.com/.