To start with the Van Tharp Institute (VTI) products, Dr. Van K. Tharp highly recommends beginning with the “Peak Performance Home Study Program for Traders and Investors“. This foundational course focuses on understanding yourself as a trader or investor, which is crucial for Long-term success in the markets. The course addresses critical psychological areas and helps identify and rectify personal belief systems that might be sabotaging your Trading efforts, making it applicable and beneficial for traders at all levels of experience.

After completing the Peak Performance Home Study Course, you can progress to System development work. It’s advised to take the “How to Develop a Trading System that Fits You Home Study Course” only after solidifying your psychological foundation and developing a business plan for Trading, as introducing System development prematurely might lead to persistent Trading issues.

Then it’s recommended to move on to the “Tharp Think Essentials Course“, which explores key concepts in trader psychology, System development, and position sizing. Moreover, understanding position sizing strategies is essential; thus, starting with the “Introduction to Position Sizing Strategies Course” and reading the “Dr. Tharp’s Definitive Guide to Position Sizing” are also recommended.

For those completely new to Trading, Dr. Tharp’s “ABCs of Trading Course” is suggested. Also, reading Dr. Tharp’s books, such as “Trading Beyond the Matrix“, “Trade Your Way to Financial Freedom“, and “Super Trader“, can provide a thorough conceptual understanding and complement the courses.

For more information, you may also refer to our guide on where to start to become the best trader possible.