{"id":6358,"date":"2020-07-01T11:13:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-01T16:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/genealogy.julietarr.com\/blog\/?p=6358"},"modified":"2022-04-28T04:26:45","modified_gmt":"2022-04-28T09:26:45","slug":"genealogy-education-study","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/genealogy.julietarr.com\/blog\/genealogy-education-study\/","title":{"rendered":"Genealogy Education: Study"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/julietarr.com\/genealogy\/blog\/images\/Genealogy-Education-Study_AB51\/Education-Study-Blog.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"background-image: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border: 0px;\" title=\"Genealogy Education: Study\" src=\"http:\/\/julietarr.com\/genealogy\/blog\/images\/Genealogy-Education-Study_AB51\/Education-Study-Blog_thumb.png\" alt=\"Genealogy Education: Study\" width=\"563\" height=\"294\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Education is important for genealogists to undertake. With a vast array of records that we consult to the techniques that we use to solve tough problems, it\u2019s vital that we stay in the know and continually learn. This is a topic that I am passionate about. Had I not taken steps to educate myself from the beginning of my journey, I would not be where I am today with a nicely defined (although still in progress) pedigree and the ability to help others trace their roots.<\/p>\n<p>This is the fifth in a series of posts about genealogy education.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h4><b>Study Groups<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>These are typically small groups that get together to discuss topics of interest. Some have a set schedule with assignments that participants receive feedback on. Some are free, some are not.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ngsqstudygroup.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NGSQ Study Group<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.progenstudy.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ProGen Study Groups<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/genealogypants.com\/research-and-consultation-services\/classes-and-study-groups\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NGSQ\/MGP Study Group<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/familylocket.com\/services\/research-like-a-pro-study-group\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Research Like a Pro Study Group<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/familylocket.com\/services\/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Research Like a Pro with DNA Study Group<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thecdgseries.wordpress.com\/the-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Certification Discussion Group<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>Digital Courses<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>Digital courses are all the rage in many industries. They come in various forms, from written to video, or a combination. Most have a cost associated with them, but there are some free ones out there.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ngsgenealogy.org\/genealogy-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Genealogical Society Courses<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.genealogyinaction.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Genealogy In Action<\/a> (shameless plug!)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/is.byu.edu\/catalog\/HIST-217-F003\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Family Historian\u2019s Craft<\/a> (free online course from Brigham Young University)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/university.familytreemagazine.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Family Tree University<\/a> (various courses)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/genealogyguyslearn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Genealogy Guys Learn<\/a> (various courses inside a membership)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dna-central.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DNA Central<\/a> (various courses inside a membership)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/theoccasionalgenealogist.teachable.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Occasional Genealogists Academy<\/a> (various courses, some free)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/german-handwriting.teachable.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Reading the Old German Handwriting<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchwriteconnect.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Research Write Connect<\/a> (various courses)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fhwsmasterclass.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Family History Writing Studio Masterclass<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>Higher and Continuing Education<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>There are a few degree and certificate programs available through accredited universities. You might also look into continuing education opportunities through community colleges near you.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/familyhistory.byu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brigham Young University<\/a> &#8211; Offers a bachelor\u2019s degree in family history.<\/li>\n<li>Brigham Young University Idaho &#8211; Offers an online program for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.byupathway.org\/certificate\/family-history-research\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">certificate<\/a> and an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.byupathway.org\/associates-degree\/family-history-research\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">associate\u2019s degree<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/genealogyonline.bu.edu\/certificate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Boston University<\/a> &#8211; Offers a certificate in genealogical research.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.genealogicalstudies.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Institute for Genealogical Studies<\/a> &#8211; Offers professional learning certificates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5>Pin It!<\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/julietarr.com\/genealogy\/blog\/images\/Genealogy-Education-Study_AB51\/Education-Study-Pin.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"background-image: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border: 0px;\" title=\"Genealogy Education: Study\" src=\"http:\/\/julietarr.com\/genealogy\/blog\/images\/Genealogy-Education-Study_AB51\/Education-Study-Pin_thumb.png\" alt=\"Genealogy Education: Study\" width=\"320\" height=\"480\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Education is important for genealogists to undertake. With a vast array of records that we consult to the techniques that we use to solve tough problems, it\u2019s vital that we stay in the know and continually learn. 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