Archivist Course

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What will I learn?

Uncover the ins and outs of effective archival management with our comprehensive Archivist Course (Irish Edition). Tailored for Humanities professionals in Ireland, this course delves into essential skills such as crafting catalogue entries, implementing digital access strategies specific to an Irish context, and understanding metadata standards relevant to Irish archives. Immerse yourself in organising archives using classification systems, time period categorisation, and subject matter organisation, all with an Irish focus. Master research techniques, preservation methods, and problem-solving strategies to tackle common archival issues unique to Ireland. Enhance your expertise and secure the long-term preservation of historical materials relevant to Ireland.

Apoia's Advantages

Online and lifetime access to courses
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you'd like to study
Set your own course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet required

Develop skills

Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below

Master cataloguing: Craft precise and accessible catalogue entries suitable for Irish archival practices.

Implement digital access: Develop strategies for online archive accessibility, considering Irish digital infrastructure and user needs.

Apply metadata standards: Ensure consistent and accurate archival metadata adhering to Irish standards and best practices.

Organise archives: Utilise classification systems for efficient archive management within an Irish context.

Preserve artefacts: Learn essential techniques for artefact and document conservation, addressing the specific environmental challenges in Ireland.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, focused on personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.