Part one of a two-part introduction to genealogy research in England and Wales. The course provides you with the tools to get started with confidence, focusing on the use of civil registration and census records to get things right from the start.

Second part of a two-part introduction to genealogy research in England and Wales, building on knowledge and skills from part one, using parish registers and probate records to further research into the family tree and developing problem solving skills.

For genealogists the 17th century presents new challenges. This course will provide students with an understanding of the problems likely to be encountered in this period, record interpretation, analysis and planning and how to find documents.

This course will take you step by step through the main documentary records available for house histories, and where to find them, and will use case studies to show how the records can be used together to discover the history of a house.

Do you have ambition to become a professional genealogist? Have you already started taking on clients but are looking for guidance? This course guides you through the steps and professional skills that form the foundation for success.

Most of us with British or Irish roots can find a soldier or sailor on their family tree. Military records are some of the most used by genealogists. This course guides you through sources at The National Archives, local archives and military museums.