Frequently Asked Questions
Boston University’s Genealogical Principles Program is ideal for enthusiasts seeking to hone their research skills. This course is also an excellent first step toward our certificate program.
- Who is this program ideal for?
- Boston University's Genealogical Research Program is ideal for:
- Adults who seek to develop their genealogical skill set for personal or professional development
- Professionals wishing to augment their job qualifications
- Those with backgrounds in librarianship, archival management, teaching, historical research, law, medicine, biology, or other related fields
- Are there any discounts for the Genealogical courses?
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APG members receive a 10% tuition reduction for BU Genealogy Programs. Learn about how Association of Professional Genealogists members blend their diverse backgrounds to create a strong, competent genealogy industry.
NEHGS members receive a 10% tuition reduction for BU Genealogy Programs. Learn more about the country's leading research center for genealogists and family historians.
NGS members receive a 10% tuition reduction for BU Genealogy Programs. Learn more about the National Genealogical Society.
SCGS Members receive a 10% tuition reduction for BU Genealogy Programs. Learn more about how Southern California Genealogical Society members collaborate, consult and build a sense of community with others who share our passion for family history and genealogy.
- What computer tasks should I know how to do before registering for the online Genealogical Research Program or the Online Genealogical Principles course?
- At the minimum, you should be able to:
- Create a document, name it, save it, and find it again on your computer
- Attach a document to an email
- Download a document or PDF, save it, and find it again on your computer
- Locate a document on your computer and upload it to another site
- Print a document
- Edit a Word document with a .doc or .docx extension (assignments must be submitted in this format)
- Listen to audio on your computer
- Watch short video clips (two minutes long)
- Navigate between multiple windows open simultaneously on your computer
- Use an Internet browser
- View a document with tracked changes embedded in it