Cultural Resource Management, Certificate

Cultural Resource Management, Certificate

Preserve the past while building skills for meaningful work in heritage and conservation.

The Cultural Resource Management (CRM) certificate program enables beginning and intermediate students interested in Anthropology and Archaeology the opportunity to gain the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to become employed in CRM. Topics include (but are not limited to) archaeological survey, Phase I and Phase II excavation, post-excavation analysis, artifact curation, documentation and analysis of skeletal and dental remains, cultural and archaeological theory, and the use of computer applications relevant to the discipline.

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Career Outlook in Michigan

Career Title Median Salary Annual Openings
Anthropologists and Archeologists $61,395 16
Historians $53,984 10

What do Anthropologists and Archeologists do?

  • Collect information and make judgments through observation, interviews, and review of documents.
  • Teach or mentor undergraduate and graduate students in anthropology or archeology.
  • Write about and present research findings for a variety of specialized and general audiences.

What skills do Anthropologists and Archeologists have?

  • Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Did You Know?

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How much does it cost?

WCC is consistently rated one of the most affordable colleges in the country. Check out the Tuition Rates and see how WCC compares to peer institutions.

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