Basics of Benefits Administration - Navigating the complexities of managing and administering employee benefit plans in today's environment requires knowledge and skills in a variety of areas. Having a solid understanding of the basics of employee benefits administration is more important than ever in this ever-changing landscape.
Gather with your peers for this virtual course to learn and network while gaining insights and understanding on how to run your practice’s health insurance and employee benefit plans. Take a deep dive into the fundamentals of employee benefits administration with an instructor who is an expert in the field. Walk away with a more solid understanding of the basics as well as strategies to use at your practice to better implement successful plans.
About the Instructor | Cory Friedman is a licensed health insurance broker and chartered benefits consultant (CBC). Cory leads the veterinary practice for Alera Group, a national insurance brokerage and benefits consulting firm. Cory and his team are responsible for the health insurance and benefit programs of more animal hospitals than any other broker nationwide. Cory has been recognized as an Excellence in Benefits honoree in 2021 by Insurance Business America, is a two-time Rising Star award recipient from Employee Benefit Adviser magazine, and was selected to the industry’s Hot 100 list by Insurance Business America in 2024 and 2025.
Topics covered in this course:
Benefits Administration Basics
Health Plan Renewal Readiness
Benefits Playbook Process Development
Course Structure:
1st Session (Virtual) - 30 minutes - Participant cohort introductions and course overview
2nd Session (Virtual) - 60 minutes - Review types of benefits and Benefits Administration Basics
3rd Session (Virtual) - 60 minutes - Health Plan Renewal Readiness and Cost-Control Strategies
4th Session (Virtual) - 60 minutes - Benefits Playbook Development
The next session will kick-off on July 9th, 2025 - registration is now open for the July 2025 Cohort!
Cost:
$395 per participant
Participants will earn a certificate upon completion of the course, and be in a better position to help their practice become an employer of choice in veterinary medicine!
“Thank you for the class, it was very helpful!”
“Thank you for the classes it really helped me understand the basics.”
“I wish this was around when I started managing benefits years ago ... those who are just starting out, this is such a valuable resource!”
