The AGS Series is no longer available to new students, but current students in the series may purchase the additional courses they need to complete the program and earn their certificate in American Genealogical Studies. This page is provided for current AGS students to register for those follow-on courses in the series.
The American Genealogical Studies series of courses were designed to give family history researchers easy access to courses that progressively prepares them to accomplish their family history research goals. Developed by certified genealogists and professional educators, AGS courses are self-paced, independent study courses. The courses are built in the cloud with a Learning Management System called Canvas, an eLearning software used by academic institutions.
NGS has led the way in eLearning in the field of genealogy. Students of every level and ability can chose the best time to study and learn from home, completing courses when and where it works for them. Our online courses have no set time or date for attendance. They are geared toward individuals who have varied schedules that may include their work, volunteer pursuits, or family obligations. You prioritize your time management and your learning, so your course work can be scheduled at your own pace.
The American Genealogical Studies series is a multicourse track that covers different types of genealogical topics and research skills, for those just starting, or those looking to build on skills they have already acquired.