On 8/7/06, Pullen, Sharon <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>
> Unfortunately, since there is no masters' degree in archival studies in the
> United States and no mechanism of program approval from SAA, certification
> is the only professional credential available to archivists in this country.
>

I have no standing on the ACA exam; however, I *do* have Master's
degree in Archival Studies from Simmons College in Boston.  I believe
there are several other programs here in the US as well.  There's talk
of starting one here in Georgia, and honestly I'm very excited about
it.

Elizabeth Keathley

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