The PLC, in partnership with the National Institute for Genealogical
Studies, offers the world’s oldest comprehensive web-based
certificate programs in genealogical studies. Join the thousands
of students from every province of Canada, from every state
in the USA, and from around the world in learning this rewarding
pastime.
Courses have been designed so that everyone can participate:
individuals with a personal interest in family history; those
who aspire to become professional genealogists; and reference
librarians who provide genealogical service to users.
Certificates in Genealogical Studies are available in the
records of six countries:
- Canada
- England
- Ireland
- Scotland
- Germany
- United States
Each certificate is divided into three levels – Basic,
Intermediate, and Advanced. Family historians will complete
the Basic Level Certificate which consists of 8 six-week courses
and a Mentoring course which is variable in length and includes
individual consultations with an instructor.
Individuals aspiring to become professional genealogists
will also complete the Intermediate and Advanced Level Certificates.
To receive the Certificate in Genealogical Studies, students
must complete 40 courses.
Certificate in Genealogical Studies – Librarianship
In addition to the country specialist programs, the National
Institute has designed a program directed specifically at
librarians who assist genealogists with their research. Each
course contains reading materials, case studies, assignments,
a final exam and the opportunity to interact online with the
instructor.
The courses in this program are:
- The Reference Interview
- Identifying and Developing Services
- Helping Patrons with Specialized Genealogy Sources
- Developing, Organizing and Supporting a Core Collection
- Finding Aids, Brochures, Online and Multimedia Instructional
Tools
- Assisting Users with Internet Genealogy Searches
- Genealogy Record Types
- Cooperative Ventures and Referrals
- Developing a Genealogy Home Page for Your Library
- Programming and Marketing Your Services
Detailed course descriptions, schedules, and information
on instructors, can be found on The
National Institute for Genealogical Studies
website.
The Managing Director of the National Institute for Genealogical
Studies is Louise St. Denis.
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