Why you should choose Public Adjuster Academy X

Our managing partner Mike Flores started from scratch and built a roofing and restoration company that did over $100 million in sales. Our partner and instructor Nick Samson has been licensed as a Public adjuster for over 26 years and is a top candidate across the country to represent some of the largest insurance claims resulting from Hurricanes and fires.

Mike previously ran Neighborhood Adjusters, one of the busiest public adjuster firms in the Midwest at its peak — handling thousands of claims every month.

Nick has personally adjusted claims exceeding $20 million, including the high-profile Second City Comedy Club fire that made national headlines.

Mike later launched a nationwide adjusting company, expanding coast to coast before selling his businesses in 2019. Mike and Nick were introduced to each other from their mutual first-party litigation lawyers in 2016 and quickly became a nationally recognized team in the competitive large-loss market.

“I wasn’t guessing — I was learning directly from the best. I invested over $100k per year to work side-by-side with top first-party insurance attorneys — including an office inside their firm and a monthly retainer for direct access. That’s the foundation of everything we teach today.”

Nick brings his unmatched expertise in damage assessment and field negotiations with direct experience opposing Insurance adjusters, engineers and carriers that handled both The World Trade Center disasters and The Superdome Hurricane Katrina claim in New Orleans.

25 of Mike’s former employees now run their own companies.

In 2024 alone, they did over $100 million combined.
Hundreds of students have gotten licensed and launched and now have real careers through his prior and now our current program.

You’re not just getting a license — you’re learning from two industry leaders who’ve built, led, and lived this.

Public Adjuster Academy X Classes Help & FAQs

What is your passing rate?

Having helped over 800 students, our passing ratio is above 90%.

If I fail do I have to pay for class again?

You can come to class as many times as you need.

How much does the exam cost?

$103. See more at our course overview.

How to become public adjuster?

To become a public adjuster in Illinois, you must first pass the Illinois Public Adjuster Examination administered by Pearson Vue. Then, complete the application process while securing the necessary documentation and undergoing a background check. Following these steps will lead you to obtaining your public adjuster license.

What are the basic educational requirements for becoming a public adjuster?

To become a public adjuster, a high school diploma is the minimum requirement, with additional education in finance, business, or communications being advantageous. Pursuing further studies can enhance your qualifications in this field.

Do I need to take a licensing exam to become a public adjuster?

Yes, you are generally required to pass a state licensing exam to become a public adjuster in most states, including Illinois.

How often do public adjusters need to renew their licenses?

Public adjusters in Illinois must complete 24 hours of continuing education, as required by Illinois insurance law, renew their licenses every two years on the last day of their birth month. This ensures that they remain compliant with state regulations.

How many questions are on the exam?

100 questions

Where do I register for the Illinois public adjuster exam?

Pearson VUE or by phone 800.274.0402

• Illinois Insurance
• View Exams – on right hand side
• Make an account if you do not already have one
• Log-in and choose from 3 out of 5 locations near you

After I pass my exam how do I obtain my license, what forms to I have to submit?

• Public Adjuster License Application-PA-1 – $250 Fee
• Surety Bond of credit in the amount of $20,000. This can cost roughly $200-$300.
• Submit contract to be approved by Illinois Department of Insurance
• Fingerprints – License will not be issued until required background check has been completed. 

What are our instructors’ experience with Illinois Public Adjusters?

XXXXXXXXXX has, since early 2012, taught over 800 students, presented over 50 classes, is the originator of Illinois P.A. license-prep classes. He is the designer of the course, author of the textbook and handout materials, and has, for the purposes of staying abreast of the exam questions, sat for the Illinois P.A. license exam more than a dozen times.