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Professional Organizations and Credentials
National Genealogical Society (NGS). The NGS is a
service organization whose goal is to lead and educate the national genealogical
community. The NGS sponsors educational endeavors and helps it's constituency
learn more about the genealogical research process. Utah Genealogical Association (UGA). The UGA provides genealogical information, sources and education on worldwide topics through personal instruction and
various published media. Board for Certification of Genealogists, BCG® A
certification, review and testing board for professional genealogists.
Certification must be renewed every five (5) years. The BCG works independently
of any other society or professional association.
American Society of Genealogists. This group was
organized in 1940 and its purpose is to "foster the training of
genealogists, eliminate improper and unethical practices, elevate the profession
of genealogy to the same literary and scientific level enjoyed by history,
..." There are a maximum of 50 genealogists (FASG) in this group and
they are chosen by their peers based upon quality and volume of their published
material. International Commission for the Accreditation of
Professional Genealogists. ICAPGen is an accreditation program designed to
test an individual’s competence in genealogical research. Separate tests are
given for geographical areas and subjects of specialization and successful
applicants are awarded an AG service mark.
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Association of Professional Genealogists (APG). The APG
provides community and sets standards for the professional genealogical
community. They have put forth a 
