I am considering pursing a certification as a Fine and Decorative Arts Appraiser through a program offered jointly by The George Washington University and the American Society of Appraisers. I have a Master's in Museum Studies from The George Washington University, but have had no luck getting a permanent job working with collections. I thought that such a certification might give me an added edge in the job market and wanted to know others opinions on the value of this type of certification. Thanks! -------------------------- Laura M. Mahoney Grant/Contract Specialist Office of Sponsored Projects, Smithsonian Institution 955 L'Enfant Plaza, Suite 7400 Washington, D.C. 20560 Voice: (202) 287-2170; FAX: (202) 287-3707 E-mail: [log in to unmask]