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40 About Genealogical Standards of Evidence
they may suggest well-known tried-and-true programs).
Successful applicants will be asked to sign and adhere to a
code of ethics. The main agencies are listed from broad
categories to more restricted interests.
Board for Certification of Genealogists
P.O. Box 14291
Washington, DC 20044
www.bcgcertification.org/
The Board (established in 1964) has three certification
categories in research and two in teaching:
Certified Genealogist (CG)
Certified Genealogical Records Specialist (CGRS)
Certified Lineage Specialist (CLS)'
Certified Genealogical Lecturer (CGL)
Certified Genealogical Instructor (CGI)
The BCG Web site has expanded to become as helpful
as possible to potential applicants. There you will find
FAQs, a host of skill-building articles, a "test your skills"
page, and examples of portfolio requirements. Familiarity
with The BCG Genealogical Standarcls Manztal is extremely
helpful. Applicants are accepted from any area of the world
in which BCG deems it has at least three knowledgeable
judges. After submitting a preliminary application form and
fee, the candidate will receive the Application Guide and testing
materials. Some general expectations apply to all categories,
and then specific requirements apply to the chosen category.
All the work can be done at home, by correspondence, at
your own pace within a year. The Board's goal is to
determine that you understand methodology and

' CLS was formerly known as Certified American Lineage Specialist
(CALS) and includes the former Certified American Indian Lineage
Specialist (CAILS); applicants will find that the category is no Ion;
limited to American lineages.