Janeth said, I am a transitional genealogist and am hoping to make the leap to full time practitioner within a two year time frame. <snip> I'm wondering what my next educational step should be and am hoping for some input/guidance. To all of the insightful suggestions, I add "credentialing." Many of us look at this as an "eventually"-type goal. The process is also a wonderful educational opportunity whether or not it results in a credential on the first (or second, or third!) try. Best wishes, Charlene M. Pipkin, A.G.®