LTAC Tenure Pathway - Limited Opportunity 

This year, the Land Title Association of Colorado (LTAC) is offering a special Tenure (Veteran) application pathway—an alternative way to earn your C.T.I.S. or C.E.S.S. designation based on your industry experience.    The Tenure (Veteran) pathway allows experienced professionals in the Colorado title industry to earn their C.T.I.S. or C.E.S.S. designation through demonstrated experience, rather than completing our other standard course pathways. 

This is a rare opportunity—this pathway is typically only available once every 10 years.

Applications are due June 1, 2026.   

This process requires thoughtful preparation. Do not wait to begin reviewing the materials and requirements, as compiling your experience and documentation may take time.  In addition to this webpage we have a summary document here.   

Click here to register for the Tenure Pathway — submit payment (or request an invoice) and you can download the official application to complete, sign, and return with your accompanying documents.   

Who Should Apply?  

This pathway is ideal for professionals who:

• Have built a long-term career in the title industry

• Possess deep, practical knowledge across key subject areas

• Are ready to formalize their expertise with an LTAC designation 

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet all of the following:

• Minimum of 10 years full-time experience in the title industry

• Currently employed by an LTAC member company

• Completion of the official application demonstrating required competencies

• Payment of a $250 non-refundable application fee

• Willingness to complete additional coursework or exams if required by the review committee 

Available Designations Through the Tenure Pathway: Applicants may pursue one of the following LTAC designations:

C.T.I.S. (Certified Title Insurance Specialist) – Title Focus

Demonstrated experience in the following areas by providing evidence through your resume, LTAC Education certificates, ALTA education certificates or other sources:

• Deeds and Conveyances

• Liens and Encumbrances

• Legal Descriptions

• Escrow and Closing Procedures

• Colorado Title Licensing Course or Statutes & Regulations

• Policies and Endorsements

C.E.S.S. (Certified Escrow Settlement Specialist) – Escrow/Closing Focus

Demonstrated experience in the following areas through your resume, LTAC Education Certificates. ALTA Education Certificates, or other sources:

• Advanced Escrow

• Commercial Escrow

• Deeds and Conveyances

• Liens and Encumbrances

• Title 101

• Colorado Real Estate Contract Course (LTAC or equivalent)

Maintaining Your Designation

Once a candidate has received their Designation, they must have 8 hours of continuing education every 2 years.  CE credit can be earned by taking LTAC classes, being on the LTAC  education committee, teaching our classes, attending education sessions at convention or being on the LTAC Board of Directors.  Candidates must maintain their Colorado Producer’s license and be employed by a member in good standing in order to maintain the designation.