If you're looking to advance your knowledge in a particular genealogical research skill or geographical area, then the online and independent study courses offered by Family Tree University, an online education program from the publishers of Family Tree Magazine, might be what you are looking for. Hundreds of education options for genealogists exist, but to get you started here are some of the most popular options, including a selection of genealogy conferences, institutes, workshops, home study courses, and online degree and certificate programs.
In this program, you can select your educational options based on what your time, interests and income will allow, from a single course to a 14-course Certificate in Genealogical Studies (General Methodology) or a 40-course Certificate in Genealogical Studies in (Country Specific). Genealogy, the study of ancestry and family histories, has grown interest not only as a fascinating pastime, but also as a discipline fundamental to the human condition. ~ Allenda Elam . The Toronto Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the following family history courses in the fall of 2014: Using Legacy Family Tree Software Saturday, 20 September 2014, 9 – 5 p.m. Upon successful completion of the program requirements, please submit a Due to COVID-19, all Part-time Studies courses are being offered online until further notice, in one of The contact form cannot be displayed. Marianne.Tang@senecacollege.ca Single courses are available to enhance your knowledge, or a formal education program can be registered. Thomson & Joan Read Application brochures are generally mailed out in early February for those who have put their name on the mailing list and the class fills very quickly. DATE: 18-25 Apr, 2-9 May 2012: 4 sessions, Wednesdays (6:15-8:15 p.m.) COURSE: Toronto Branch OGS LOCATION: Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge Street, Toronto TITLE OF COURSE: "Advanced English Family History" NAME OF INSTRUCTOR: James F.S. Some courses have required assignments and exams, others don't. Discover your heritage in this intensive, hands-on introduction to the study of family ancestries. Whether you're just beginning to explore your own family tree, or are a professional genealogist looking for continuing education, a multitude of educational opportunities exist for students in the field of genealogy. IGHR features a faculty of outstanding, nationally known genealogy educators and is co-sponsored by the Board for Certification of Genealogists. The Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies in Canterbury, England is an independent educational charitable trust, established to provide full academic facilities for training and research in the study of the history and structure of the family. The BU certificate program emphasizes genealogical theory and analytical reasoning. Request for Recognition of This week-long program held each June at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama, is very popular with both intermediate and expert genealogists, with many courses filling up within hours of registration opening each year. If everyday commitments or the cost of attending a genealogy institute or conference are prohibiting your dreams of a quality genealogy education, the renowned NGS Home Study Course on CD is an excellent option for beginner and intermediate genealogists.