What’s Included in the New Title Agent Kit
Distance Learning
Nuts and Bolts of the Land Title Industry
Designed as part of employee onboarding training. These short videos will help new employees quickly understand the landscape of the industry.
ALTA Members: FREE
Non-Member: $99
Title 101
Title 101 covers basic principles of the land title insurance industry, including searching, abstracting, land descriptions, underwriting, policy forms, closing and escrow, and industry regulations.
ALTA Members: $230
Non-Members: $359
Ethics in the Title Industry
This self-study course covers ethical standards in the title industry, including recognizing fraud, understanding regulations, and applying ALTA Best Practices.
ALTA Members: $180
Non-Members: $269
Educational Videos
The Need for Land Title Services
This educational video is a great companion to Principles of Title Searching. It provides an orientation to the broad scope of the title industry, sharing the fundamentals of title searching and protecting property rights.
ALTA Members: $75
Non-Members: $149
Claims Awareness
Through dramatic examples of troublesome mistakes, this program stresses the role of title insurance in the land transfer process and emphasizes hazards from title claims such as mechanic's liens, missed easements and more.
ALTA Members: $75
Non-Members: $149
Principles of Title Searching
This video equips employees with a comprehensive understanding of the general procedures involved in title searching. It is beneficial for newly hired employees, providing them with essential insights to perform their duties effectively.
ALTA Members: $75
Non-Members: $149
New Title Agent Kit
The New Title Agent Kit bundles several of ALTA’s education offerings at a deeply discounted rate. This package is perfect for people with little or no prior experience in the title or settlement industry. By purchasing the Kit, you will get access to all of the products listed above for one low price.
Other Resource
Licensing Requirements
Understand what your state requires to become a licensed title professional. Contact your state department of insurance to learn about licensing and continuing education requirements.
State-Specific Education
Learn the local practices, laws, and requirements unique to your state. Your state land title association can provide training and guidance tailored to your market.
State Compliance Guides
Navigate regulations with confidence. ALTA’s TIRS State Compliance Guides provide detailed regulatory and local practice information for each state—helpful for new agents and companies expanding into new markets.
Underwriter Education
Underwriters often provide training and support for new title agents. If you're starting a company, contact an underwriter in your state about becoming an agent and available education programs.
Continue Your Education
ALTA also offers advanced courses and professional development for title professionals looking to deepen their expertise.