Hello, Everyone,
I am considering whether or not to apply to a Museology program. I
have a degree in communication and have been a freelance writer for
many years. I want to turn my love of research, communication skills,
writing skills, etc. toward a museums career; preferably education.
I live in Portland where there are no museum programs, nor any in
Oregon as far as I can see. .The University of Washington has a
wonderful program. Joining that program would require me to move and
uproot my family. The U of W also has a certificate program; one which
I could manage without disrupting my life too much.
I realize that most jobs require the Masters. What is the general
consensus out there among you hiring managers about certificates? Would
I be wasting my money and time with a Certificate? Or, would it afford
me some immediately marketable skills, qualifying me for a job in the
field?
How can I start training in this field before waiting another
three years to begin and complete a program?
Thanks for all feedback. : )
Kim Steffgen
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