ALTA Learning Center

Understanding ALTA/NSPS Land Surveys

The course is a 3-part series that will introduce learners to the fundamentals of surveying and equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to perform their job more efficiently to reduce errors and the likelihood of adverse action against a title.  Part 1 introduces learners to the 2021 minimum standard detail requirements.  Part 2 builds upon the foundational teachings of Part 1 and introduces learners to Table A, which covers the optional survey responsibilities and specifications.  Part 3 addresses advanced survey matters and teaches students the issues of properly formatting a legal description.  

Learning Objectives:

  •  Gain an understanding of when the ALTA/NSPS Survey Standard should be used.
  •  Review the 19 specific items in Table A.
  •  Review optional survey responsibilities and specifications.
  •  Focus on the specific requirements of the ALTA/NSPS Standards: 2021 Minimum Standard Detail Requirements to remain in compliance.
  •  Understand legal description issues and when new legal descriptions are required.
  •  Recognize the difference between a title description and legal description.
  •  Identify the importance and examples of Survey Exceptions

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the course, a student will be able to download a certificate of course completion. 

Continuing Education Credit 

CE Requirements Approved States

Members: $150 / Non-Members: $225

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Part 1
Part 1 video
Open to view video.  |  78 minutes
Open to view video.  |  78 minutes Part 1 will introduce learners to the fundamentals of surveying and equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to perform their job more efficiently with fewer problems.
Part 1 slides
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Open to download resource. Part 1 slides.
MINIMUM STANDARD DETAIL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALTA/NSPS LAND TITLE SURVEYS - Appendix 1
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Open to download resource. This is the official ALTA document.
Part 1 quiz
18 Questions  |  2 attempts  |  18/25 points to pass
18 Questions  |  2 attempts  |  18/25 points to pass Part 1 quiz.
Part 2
Part 2 video
Open to view video.  |  58 minutes
Open to view video.  |  58 minutes Part 2.
Part 2 slides
Open to download resource.
Open to download resource. Part 2.
Chapter 2 - Appendix 2 Table A
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Open to download resource.
Part 2 quiz
20 Questions  |  2 attempts  |  20/28 points to pass
20 Questions  |  2 attempts  |  20/28 points to pass Part 2 quiz.
Part 3
Part 3 video
Open to view video.  |  69 minutes
Open to view video.  |  69 minutes Part 3 video.
Part 3 slides
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Open to download resource. Part 3 slides.
Certificate of Insurance - Appendix 3
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Open to download resource. Certificate of liability insurance.
Professional Liability Insurance - Appendix 4
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Open to download resource. Errors and Omissions policy coverage.
Part 3 quiz
12 Questions  |  2 attempts  |  16/22 points to pass
12 Questions  |  2 attempts  |  16/22 points to pass Part 3 quiz.
Certificate of Completion
Certificate
No credits available  |  Certificate available
No credits available  |  Certificate available