Professional Development Society Of American Archivists

Whether you’re just beginning your career as an archivist or have been in the field for years, SAA provides a number of professional development opportunities. The continuing education program offers refresher and introductory courses on archival practices as well as two certificate programs: the Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) Certificate and the Arrangement and Description (A&D) Certificate. Browse the directory of internships to find invaluable experience within an archives or join the SAA mentoring program to mentor or be mentored. Privacy & Confidentiality • Disclaimer • Contact Us Copyright © 1997-2025 by SAA. All rights reserved.

The Professional Development Committee is currently accepting proposals for workshops or panel presentations! Find more information and the submission form on the PDC Workshop Proposals page. The Professional Development Committee sponsors low cost workshops on all aspects of the archival enterprise. Recent workshops have dealt with topics as varied as magnetic media preservation, archives security, religious archives, and EAD. In addition to creating its own courses, SSA’s Professional Development Committee works with the Society of American Archivists, Amigos, SOLINET, NEDCC, and other organizations to bring major training sessions and nationally-known instructors to the... SSA works to ensure that its upper-level educational offerings are eligible for Archival Recertification Credits (ARCs) from the Academy of Certified Archivists.

For more information about SSA’s professional development program please contact: Chair, Professional Development Committee SAA has developed a wide array of continuing education programs that are available for hosting by repositories and other institutions. Programs may also occasionally be offered online as webcasts. Courses are arranged by ACE categories and then by alphabetical order. View the Calendar of currently scheduled courses.

See Retired Courses for courses that are no longer offered. For information about education policies and hosting a course at your institution, contact us at education@archivists.org. Want to keep up-to-date on the latest course offerings? Sign up for our Education eNews updates for education insiders! Association of King County Historical Organizations (AKCHO) Seattle Heritage Emergency Response Network (SHERN)

ARMA (Association of Records Managers and Administrators) NAGARA (National Association of Government Archives and Records Administrators) The Society of American Archivists Education Department is dedicated to offering quality in-person and online educational programs by partnering with hosts across the country to bring education to your doorstep, and by creating timely... Archival Continuing Education (ACE) Guidelines *SAA is committed to providing access to all our members. If you require special accommodations, please contact education@archivists.org and we will work to accommodate your request to the best of our ability.

Want to keep up-to-date on the latest course offerings? Sign up for our Education eNews updates for education insiders! Privacy & Confidentiality • Disclaimer • Contact Us SAA has a number of courses coming up this spring, both in-person and virtual! Check out upcoming course offerings and register here. Thank you for your interest in becoming a member (or renewing your support as a member) of the Society of American Archivists!

SAA is your professional partner throughout your career. We help to keep you abreast of the latest news and developments in the field through a variety of high-quality programs and activities offered to members at substantial discounts. The Society of American Archivists offers several categories of membership. Learn about the different types of membership via the links below: Individual members of SAA enjoy access to the following indispensable resources: The premier journal of the archives profession, this semi-annual periodical features research articles, literature reviews, case studies, perspectives, and international reports.

Individual full members and associate members receive complimentary access to the American Archivist. Stay abreast of the latest news and information that is essential to the archives community. This bimonthly magazine includes how-to pieces and reports on innovations in the profession, SAA activities, upcoming events, and more! Career Transition Workshop: Thinking about your career inside the GLAMS industry and beyond Revamp your career perspective with our intensive 6-hour virtual workshop. Dive deep into reflection, brainstorming, and planning your professional journey.

Sessions blend individual exercises and group activities, fostering a supportive environment to map out your next steps alongside experienced facilitators and peers. Extend the momentum with two follow-up sessions, providing ongoing support and accountability to execute your crafted plans. Your career transformation starts here. This workshop will be held on May 6 and May 8, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. U.S.

central time on both days online via SAA's Zoom platform. Follow-ups will be held on May 20, 2025 and on June 3, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. U.S. central time. Employees of SAA Member Institutions: $329 / $379

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