Learning Outcomes

Why Explore Your Past

The Search For Answers

Modern Methods of Researching Your Past

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will understand the reason for exploring your past and understand genealogy and the work of a genealogist. The lessons then hand-walk you through the interrelation between genealogy search and history. You then get introduced to all the latest methods and techniques of Genealogy research to find the answers you need.

Where to Start Searching

Search of Records

Conclusion : Search for the family’s history

In this module, you will learn to trace your past through a maze of records. Learn the tools and techniques to dig deep into your family’s past, explore the history and create your family tree. The lessons then guide you to understand the public records you need to search for your pursuit and the use of software and professionals.

Genealogy Research and Family History - Course Assessment

Learn how to research your family history using genealogy in this free online course that outlines family tree examples.

Genealogy Research and Family History

As the world becomes a global village and more people from different regions interact, there is an increased chance that many people lose track of their origins and ancestry. This course provides standard and legal genealogical techniques that you can use to trace your family tree and explore its history. We provide family tree examples and show you how to employ modern research methods to help you search through records and trace your roots.

Introduction to Medical Writing

Medical Journalism

Professional Medical Writing

This module will discuss the essentials of medical writing. Learn how to create medical reports, and clinical research and write for newspapers and magazines. We will also discuss writing for medical professionals which includes documenting medical information and writing marketing authorisation applications for medicinal products.

Course Assessment - Introduction to Medical Writing

Discover key components of medical writing and learn the skills to excel as a medical writer in this free online course.

Medical writers are in great demand, and this trend is projected to continue. You can expect to earn around £40,000 annually in the UK. This free course will explore the career prospects of a medical writer, along with the required skills and motivations. Study medical writing essentials, how to carry out clinical research, and medical journalism for mass media. Discover how to write standard operating procedures, reviews and more. Enrol now.

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