Program Overview

Introduction to the Certified Archivist Program

The Certified Archivist program is a system that certifies individuals who have acquired the necessary "knowledge, skills, and experience" to work as archivists. This certification is granted by the Director of the National Archives to those who meet the three requirements of acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills, possessing research and investigation abilities, and having more than three years of practical experience.

Program Requirements

To be certified as an archivist, one must acquire the necessary knowledge and skills as specified in the "Archivist's Job Standards Book". This can be achieved by completing 12 credits of coursework in a doctoral program at the graduate level.

Key Components of the Program

• Acquisition of necessary knowledge and skills
  • Completion of 12 credits of coursework in a doctoral program
• Possession of research and investigation abilities
• More than three years of practical experience as an archivist

Certification Process

The certification process involves the evaluation of an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience to determine if they meet the standards set forth for archivists. This evaluation is conducted by the Director of the National Archives, who grants certification to those who satisfy the requirements.

Certification Criteria

• Acquisition of necessary knowledge and skills through coursework
• Demonstration of research and investigation abilities
• Completion of more than three years of practical experience as an archivist