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DNA & Genetic Genealogy Certificate

The pursuit of genealogical evidence requires a combination of researching original records and other methodologies, including incorporating DNA to connect families and uncover ancestral lines.

Genealogists interested in DNA, and what it offers need to be prepared to understand what DNA can reveal and how to interpret DNA test results. In addition, they need to be able to find and understand relevant matches. The DNA and Genetic Genealogy Certificate will help genealogists better understand genetic genealogy, but also prepare them to successfully interpret results, and continue learning about this field as new discoveries are made.

To receive your Certificate in DNA & Genetic Genealogy you must successfully complete 15 Compulsory credits including the 4 that cross over from our Methodology Certificate.

DNA & Genetic Genealogy Basic Courses:

Methodology Part 1 – Getting Started

Methodology Part 2 – Organizing and Skill Building

DNA: Introduction to Genetic Genealogy

DNA: Autosomal DNA – Testing for Everyone

DNA: Tracing Maternal and Paternal Lines

DNA & Genetic Genealogy Intermediate Courses:

Methodology Part 3 – More Strategies

Organising a One-Name Study

Organising a One-Place Study

Forensic Genealogy

DNA & Genetic Genealogy Advanced Courses:

Genealogy Ethical Guidelines and Standards

Genetics and Medical Family History

DNA: Special Circumstances – Adoptees and Unknown Parentage

DNA: Methodology and Analysis

DNA: Reading and Understanding Articles for Genetic Genealogy

DNA: Historical Studies

Note: this is a certificate program, meaning you will not receive the post nominal of PLCGS. Many students use the DNA & Genetic Genealogy certificate courses as electives for other certificate programs giving them both the post nominal and two certificates.

Your career as a Professional Genealogist is a click away! The International Institute of Genealogical Studies offers many certificate programs to get you on your way!

The International Institute of Genealogical Studies offers quality online education with over 250 courses. Our wide range of courses covers specific countries, enhances methodology research, build skills to maximize your research time, and all count toward the certification you choose. 


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Canadian Newspaper Records

Fully updated and rewritten, published December 2025

Newspapers are a valuable resource for genealogists. You will find they contain much more information than birth, marriage, and death notices. They are also full of historical details that will bring your ancestor’s lives to life!

Canadian: Newspaper Records has been fully updated and rewritten by Drew von Hasselbach, PLCGS, and is now available for students. 

This six-module course begins with a brief history of newspapers in Canada, newspaper vocabulary, and how newspaper articles, advertisements, and social pages can be used by genealogists in their research.

You will learn how to locate and use newspapers to your best advantage. The discussions include what information is included in many of the different columns such as social notes, business and farm news, and the classified sections. Police reports and legal notices are also among some of the articles that are examined.

Not all newspapers are created equal! Some are focused on specific institutions or topics; others are geared towards different ethnicities or religions. Some aren’t even newspapers as we know them! You’ll also look at newsletters, periodicals, journals, and historical society publications.

Upon completion of the course, you will have learned the skills needed to confidently use newspapers to seek out important genealogical information. These skills include OCR-powered keyword searches, Boolean operators, filtering techniques, and how to evaluate the content in various newspapers. 

Each of the modules contains a comprehensive list of websites for further research along with exercises to practice your newly formed skills.

This advanced level course is included in our Canadian Records Certificate. It can also be taken as an elective or for personal interest.

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Canadian: Newspaper Records

International Institute of Genealogical Studies trains professional genealogists around the world in genealogical sciences, research records, and professional development skills. As a career trade school, we offer Professional Credentials in 14 genealogical fields of study for career-minded genealogists and classes for family historians wanting to preserve genealogy, history, and knowledge for families and friends. Continuing education for librarians, law enforcement, professionals, and writers to enhance your career and capabilities. Come learn with us in a flexible, affordable, professional online education environment.

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