Ryan James Johnson

PROFESSIONAL GENEALOGISTS:

• plan research to accomplish your family history goals efficiently.

• access and interpret archival records not found online.

• examine historical records to determine their reliability.

• document findings in reports and written narratives.

• utilize historical context to understand records and vividly narrate ancestors' lives.

• analyze complex genealogical problems to reach sound conclusions.

• identify opportunities for deeper understanding of an ancestor that may not appear obvious.

• commit to ethical standards that guide their research and communications.