Are You Ready to Become a Professional?
Excellent information provided by the Association of Professional Genealogists. Career Options for the Professional Genealogist
Audio Tape
A lecture by Sharon DeBartolo Carmack at Immigrant Dreams sponsored by the Federation of Genealogical Societies and The Ohio Genealogical Society, available for purchase on cassette tape from audiotapes.com.
Certification - The Peak of Professionalism
A lecture by Kathleen W. Hinkley recorded at the The National Genealogical Society 1998 NGS Conference in the States, and available for sale on cassette tape from audiotapes.com. Educational Preparation for Certification
Learn how to prepare yourself for a successful certification application with the Board for Certification of Genealogists. Formal training is not required, though it is recommended as being extremely helpful. How to Become Certified
Find out what genealogical certification is all about from this overview by the Board for Certification of Genealogists. "How to Become a Professional Genealogist"
Author, Kathleen Hinckley, provides us with the ten steps necessary to becoming a professional genealogist. On The Trail of a Credentialled Genealogist
Karen Clifford AG offers a case study which points out the differences you can expect to see between the work of a credentialled genealogist and that of an amateur. Research Services: A Code of Practice for Family Historians
The Federation of Family History Societies provides excellent advice on how best to formulate a research request with step-by-step instructions. Ten Ways to Make Money Doing Genealogy
If you are interested in making money from your interest in family history, then you should check out these ten ways in which well-known professionals are earning a living doing what they love. Votech Education Site
Whether you're just starting out or considering a change in career, Votech Education Guide Diana Fell can help you plan your education.
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