Health Insurance Basics

Discover the essential framework for understanding health insurance with the "Health Insurance Basics" course from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP). This one-credit program covers key topics like plan types, coverage options, and legal requirements to help you navigate the complexities of modern health care. Learn about employer-sponsored benefits, government programs, and individual coverage through engaging lessons designed for real-world application. With an estimated completion time of 1.5 hours, this course is ideal for professionals seeking to expand their benefits knowledge. Explore the full details and enroll today at IFEBP’s e-learning platform.

Topics Include:

Sources of Health Insurance in the United States, exploring employer-sponsored plans and government programs.
Costs That Plan Participants May Pay, such as premiums, deductibles, and copays.
Accounts Used to Pay for Health Care, like HSAs and HRAs.
Where Participants Get Information on Plan Costs, such as SPDs and SBCs.
Laws That Protect Health Plan Participants, including COBRA and HIPAA.
Paying for Ancillary Benefits, covering dental, vision, and alternative health care.

View full course outline [PDF].

CHPN This course counts toward the Certificate in Health Plan Navigation. Earn your Certificate to understand the fundamentals of health care plans and how to support your plan participants in making the best health care choices.