MTS Principles of Valuation (POV) Legacy Courses 

Frequently Asked Questions

What's happening?  

ASA's MTS Principles of Valuation (POV) courses (ME201 - ME204) are undergoing a major revamp and new courses will be launching in the fall of 2024. To ensure a smooth transition, the four legacy MTS POV courses (version of the MTS POV courses being phased out) will sunset later this year. If you're currently working through these courses, we encourage you to complete the four-course series as soon as you can. If you have any questions or concerns, please send us an email at education@appraisers.org to further discuss your personal MTS course completion plan. 

When will the new courses be available? 

The updated/revised version of the MTS POV courses are slated to debut later this year. Check the MTS Upcoming Class list for scheduling updates. 

How will ASA help you complete the LEGACY POV course series you started? 

For students who began the LEGACY POV course series, you need to complete the LEGACY course series and we are here to make that process as easy and as seamless as possible. As an added incentive to complete the LEGACY courses, there is a promo code for 15% off your registration. If you have not received this discount code, please contact education@appraisers.org for the discount registration code. There are several class completion options available to you:   

Live Course Options 
For those who prefer live classes, the following offerings are coming up: 

• The Education Team is working on the live class schedule and will announce ME203 and ME204 options soon, stay tuned! 

Self-Paced Options 
For those seeking self-paced offerings, we have two formats – one is an audio only version and the other is a recorded virtual format. Both are hosted with ASA's self-paced learning management system and include course materials and handouts. Access is provided immediately following registration. These are available on our website for purchase (see OnDemand section). Ask about the LEGACY course registration discount! 

How old are the current LEGACY Audio and OnDemand virtual course options? 

These LEGACY offerings were recorded in 2023 and cover viable and updated content.

Is there a deadline to complete the LEGACY POV courses? 

We strongly encourage you to complete the course series as soon as possible to avoid any confusion with the debut of the new course content.  We understand this timeline may prove challenging; therefore, the 2023 Audio and OnDemand versions of the LEGACY courses will remain available to you so you may complete the course series at your own pace. We are also available to discuss your individual situation. 

I have completed half of the LEGACY MTS POV series (ME201 & ME202). Can I finish the series by taking the NEW ME203 & ME204? 

Students must either complete the LEGACY ME203 and ME204 through the available class options or choose to wait and begin the NEW MTS POV Series set to launch later in 2024. Owing to the realignment of the course series content from LEGACY to NEW versions, the only options are to complete one series or start the other.

What if I need further clarification and have additional questions? 

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to education@appraisers.org or the Senior Manager of our MTS Education Program, Stephanie Paratore at sparatore@appraisers.org.

Before You Register – Please Read!

These courses are older MTS course and should only be taken by MTS students who did not complete the ME201-204 course series when the NEW MTS courses came out in September 2024.  If you enrolled in an ME201 course in/after September 2024, you are taking the NEW courses and therefore you should not register for this course.  Instead, please enroll in the live, virtual courses listed here.  If you have any questions as to which course you should be taking, please reach out!