What Should I Major in to Become a Archivist?
These college majors are closest related to this career (actual program names will vary from school to school).
Required Education
Master's Degree usually needed for this career
*A job as a Docent Coordinator falls under the broader career category of Archivists. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.
Job Description
for Archivists :
Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.
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These college majors are closest related to this career (actual program names will vary from school to school).