Whether you're just starting out or looking to develop professional-level research skills, these genealogy and family history courses cover everything from short online classes to postgraduate qualifications.
- Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies 🇬🇧
The first centre for Family History Studies, founded in 1961. Offers a wide range of courses on family history, heraldry and related historical subjects.
- Pharos Tutors 🇬🇧
An online teaching centre for genealogy and family history. Courses can be taken individually and a certificate is available on completion.
- University of Strathclyde 🇬🇧
The University of Strathclyde (Glasgow) offers online and in-person courses including a Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or MSc in Genealogical Studies, a PhD in History with Genealogical Studies, and a range of beginner to intermediate short courses.
- Advanced Skills in Genealogy 🇺🇸
The National Genealogical Society's premier certificate course, providing comprehensive professional genealogical education for intermediate and advanced researchers.
- National Institute for Genealogical Studies 🇺🇸
In affiliation with the University of St. Michael's College in the University of Toronto, offering web-based courses for both family historians and professional genealogists.
- Family Tree University 🇺🇸
Online family history and genealogy courses from Family Tree Magazine, with a wide range of subjects and regular start dates.
- Family History Writing Course 🇬🇧
Nick Barlay's course teaches how to turn research into narrative — through characters, settings and description. Held in London on various dates throughout the year.
- Family History Writing Studio 🇺🇸
Encourages family historians to write educational, inspirational and entertaining family stories. Offers workbooks, webinars, courses and coaching.