**BUMP**

One last question, in the interim, should I even bother to obtain my AIC designation or will that not make much of a difference on a resume at my level (Management)?

Thank you all for all of your responses, they were very insightful.

One last question, in the interim, should I even bother to obtain my AIC designation or will that not make much of a difference on a resume at my level (Management)?

I am 40 years old and hold a high level claims management position for an insurance company. I do not have a college degree and I can see that this is starting to hold me back from progressing. I feel my best option would be for me to obtain my CPCU designation. At my age, with 3 kids, I'm concerned...