Auction Technology Specialist (ATS)
Auction Technology Specialist (ATS)
The Auction Technology Specialist (ATS) professional designation was created to provide auctioneers with training in today's technology, as well as provide instruction on how to utilize technology to improve one's auction business. In today's marketplace, technology and the Internet are dramatically affecting the way consumers choose to buy and sell goods. Adapting to advances in technology and meeting the expectations of your clients via the use of the Internet is becoming an industry standard. The ATS program was developed to assist auctioneers in their transition to utilizing today and tomorrow's technology in their auction business.
The ATS program consists of two sections. The first section takes place online using the Microsoft eLearning Center. This part of the course provides students with introductory training in using the Internet. In addition to introductory training, the Microsoft eLearning Center also provides training on new digital technology, as well as information on digital audio, photography, and video. The second section of the course involves live, classroom instruction. ATS students gain experience in conducting live and online static auctions. Training provided includes: lead generation and prospecting, inventory management, digital photography and video, image hosting, Internet marketing, payment processing, Web sites, enterprise integration, etc.
ATS students must complete both courses of the program and submit documentation of two online auctions: Live-Online Auction, Static Online Auction. Auctioneers must complete 24 hours of continuing education every three years and pay an annual designation fee to maintain their ATS designation.
Cost:
ATS - $495
Click here to view the NAA Education Institute Calendar and the schedule for future ATS programs
Questions?
Contact the NAA Education Department at (913) 541-8084 ext. 72 or e-mail education@auctioneers.org.
1. Microsoft eLearning Center - The Internet and the World Wide Web
The Internet can connect you to people, information and resources all around the world. This course will show you how to connect to the Internet, browse Web pages, navigate and search Web sites and exchange email with others. Click here to take the free online section.
- The Internet
- The World Wide Web
- Communicating on the Internet
After completing the course click here to take the online test. After completing the test, print your ASSESSMENT RESULTS and fax or mail the certificate to the NAA Education Department.
2. Microsoft eLearning Center - Digital Lifestyles
From cell phones to MP3 players to digital cameras, computers are changing our everyday lives. This course will introduce you to new digital technologies including digital audio, digital video and digital photography and will explore how these and other computing technologies are creating new career opportunities and shaping the world we live in. Click here to take the free online section.
- The Modern Digital Experience
- Digital Audio
- Digital Video
- Digital Photography
After completing the course click here to take the online test. After completing the test, print your ASSESSMENT RESULTS and fax or mail the certificate to the NAA Education Department.
3. Auction Technology Specialist - Classroom Experience
The four-day ATS Classroom Experience includes topics such as the following:
- Lead Generation and Prospecting
- Inventory Management
- Digital Photography and Video
- Image Hosting
- Internet Marketing
- Types of Auctions and Their Technology Needs
- Payment Processing
- Enterprise Integration
- Websites
- Computer Marketing Strategy
- Building an Online Community
Before receiving your ATS designation, you need to submit proof of two online auctions. One auction must be live and the other must be static. Details regarding the requirements for auctions will be covered in class.
Cost: $495.00 Early Enrollment Member Price
After receiving the designation, you must complete 24 hours of continuing education every three years. There is a yearly designation fee. The fee will be billed annually in the fall.
For a complete schedule of upcoming education opportunities, click here.