Angela Breidenbach, PLCGS, is the Executive Director at the International Institute of Genealogical Studies. She's a multi-published author, speaker, and presenter. Find out more about her books at https://AngelaBreidenbach.com
So you want a Certificate in Genealogical Studies Upon successful completion of 40 courses in your Certificate Program and achieving a minimum grade of D, you will receive a Certificate in Genealogical Studies. Students who complete a 40 course Certificate are awarded the postnomials PLCGS (Professional Learning Certificate in Genealogical Studies). Students must complete a 40 course certificate program to receive these postnomials.
Why would you want to trace your ancestors? Well, there are a number of good reasons, but let’s face it, most people trace their ancestors for curiosity’s sake. Others trace their ancestors because they want to know about their different ethnic backgrounds. Others want to trace their roots simply for an increased understanding of just who they are and where they came from. Someone else may need proof of their heritage to gain special benefits from their government. Tracing your ancestors should not be considered a tedious task. Do not think it’s an overnight project either. It could be a worthwhile hobby that you find interesting and fulfilling. There are many reasons why you may want to research your roots, but whatever your reasons are you will find that, as time moves on, what started out as an interesting little hobby will become a passion and you will enjoy every minute of it. With our Methodology-Part 1: Getting Started course you will receive the knowledge and steps moving forward in your adventure.
The Federation of Genealogical Societies Conference will be taking place August 21st-24th and we here at The National Institute for Genealogical Studies are excited. Why are we excited? Because we will be attending! We enjoy meeting with our current students, those who have graduated, and new students. No matter where you are at in your genealogy education, we have courses for you. I’m sure you have questions for us so please stop by our booth and visit with Louise St Denis and Angela Rodesky they will be more than happy to answer all of your questions. Plus, while there don’t forget to register for your FREE complimentary course just for attending the conference.
The Stillaguamish Valley Genealogical Society 2019 Northwest Genealogy Conference will be taking place August 14th-17th and we here at The National Institute for Genealogical Studies are excited. Why are we excited? Because we will be attending! We enjoy meeting with our current students, those who have graduated, and new students. No matter where you are at in your genealogy education, we have courses for you. I’m sure you have questions for us so please stop by our booth and visit with Angela Rodesky she will be more than happy to answer all of your questions. Plus, while there don’t forget to register for your FREE complimentary course just for attending the conference.
The International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies Conference will be taking place July 29th – August 2nd and we here at The National Institute for Genealogical Studies are excited. Why are we excited? Because we will be attending! We enjoy meeting with our current students, those who have graduated, and new students. No matter where you are at in your genealogy education, we have courses for you. I’m sure you have questions for us so please stop by our booth and visit with Angela Rodesky she will be more than happy to answer all of your questions. Plus, while there don’t forget to register for your FREE complimentary course just for attending the conference.