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We offer classes in-person at the Center, and online using Zoom. Below is a list of all the classes we offer and the links to register.
If there is other training, training at a different time, or special consulting that you need, please let us know.

Zoom classes are by appointment only! Please email us at ut_layton@familyhistorymail.org to schedule a Zoom class.

Register, Class Description, Handouts

Please review the upcoming class offerings by reviewing the class schedules (see Class Schedules links below).

The list of classes we offer are listed below. You can register for any of the classes, as well as download the class handouts, by clicking on the More Information/Register link to the right of any of the class names.

On-line Zoom

Zoom is an online communication tool, which allows us to provide classes for you wherever you are in the world. An account is not required to use this service. For help with Zoom, select one of the links below.

1. How do I join a meeting?
2. Download the App

In-Person Classes

Review the class information and signup options, below, or go directly to our class Reservation Page

Class Offerings

If you don't see the training you need, please let us know. We have a very knowledgeable and creative staff who might create something special to meet your needs. One on one consultations can be arranged by calling our reception desk.

Class Schedules:
April 2022
May 2022

Activities

Getting Started with Family History

This class is great for people that need some direction on how to get started. Using the HELP icon, we can learn all the different family history activities that FamilySearch has to offer. After choosing an area of focus, FamilySearch uses some simple steps to help you get started.

Class Handouts
Getting Started with Family History

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Fun Family History Activities to Do in Your Home

This class will highlight fun family history activities that can build family relationships today and connect hearts to family members who came before them. Having fun family history activities support the new balance between gospel instruction in the home. Come to have fun!

Class Handouts

• Family Activities
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Children's Activity Day

For children ages 8-11 years old that are new to Family History. The activities include: Introduction to Family History and Activities Page on FamilySearch. For the best experience we recommend that each child have a FamilySearch.com account prior to your visit (see the link on our web page for information on getting a child their own FamilySearch.com account). Plan on 30-45 minutes. Maximum number of children is 15. Please put the number of children in the comments box when you register.

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Ancestor Discovery Pages

How to Discover more information about your ancestors through these new pages

Class Handouts

• Ancestor Discovery Pages

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Google Earth & Maps for Family History

Learn to use Google Earth & Google Maps to discover your ancestors. Come to class with a specific town in your family history that you would like to discover. A town name is good, but an address (maybe from a census document) is even better.

Class Handouts

• Use Maps for Family History
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Basic Skills

Basic Computer Skills for Family History

This class introduces you to Basic Computer Skills for Family History using the Microsoft Windows operating system at the Layton Utah FamilySearch Center (LFSC). Much of the information can be applied to other systems. The handout also includes supplementary skills which may be useful and yet not covered in class.

Class Handouts

• Basic Computer Skills
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

FamilySearch Mobile Apps

Learn how to use your smartphone or mobile device with Family Tree and Memories apps in FamilySearch. Work on an ancestor’s information. Basically, all FamilySearch – Family Tree functions can be done in these apps.
Please Note: Experience in FamilySearch and basic smart phone functions is suggested. Come to class with a current FamilySearch account and a smartphone with “Family Tree” and “Memories” apps by FamilySearch already downloaded. These apps can be found in the Solutions Gallery in FamilySearch." Pictures and stories are a wonderful way of preserving our family history. This class will assist you in learning how to use photos, documents, stories and audio in the FamilySearch program.

Class Handouts

• FamilySearch Mobile Apps
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Navigating the Home Page in Family Search (Me and My Tree)

Where do you start in FamilySearch to build the Family Tree and connect your hearts to your ancestors? Hands-on activities will introduce you to the Home Page of FamilySearch, Personal Settings, the Pedigree Chart views of Family Tree, the Source Box, and Memories where photos, documents, and stories can be found and preserved. An overview of the Person Page in Family Tree is taught in the class, “Getting to Know Your Ancestors with The Person Page.”

Class Handouts

• Navigating the Home Page in Family Search
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Getting Started with Help and Search

When you have questions about any family history topic, where can you go for help? How do you search for historical records in FamilySearch? Did you know that information in indexed historical records can now be edited to improve the information? This class introduces you to the Help and Search features in FamilySearch where you can Discover, Gather, and Connect with the lives of your ancestors and their records.

Class Handouts

• Help and Search
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Getting Started - Getting to Know Your Ancestors with the Person Page

What can you learn about your ancestors and the days and times in which they lived? Get to know them through the Person Page in Family Tree. It is full of discoveries that will link your hearts to theirs! Hands-on activities will introduce all features of the Person Page including Details, Timeline, Sources, Collaborate, Memories, and Ordinances.
Please Note: The Ordinances option only shows for those who are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and are signed in with a FamilySearch account.

Class Handouts

• Person Page
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

How To Attach Record Hints and Sources in FamilySearch

Learn how to "Review and Attach" sources found in Record Hints in FamilySearch to a person page.

Class Handouts

• Hints and Sourcing
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Training for Latter-day Saints

Training for Leaders and Organization Presidencies

This course focuses on the roles of Stake and Ward Priesthood Leaders, Relief Society Presidencies and Temple and Family History Leaders. Topics discussed are: Where do I receive training for my calling?; What are my responsibilities?; How can we develop and implement a meaningful Ward Plan?; How can we help our ward members have a joyful experience?; and, How do we utilize the extraordinary talents of our youth?

Class Handouts

• Organization and Leader Training
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Adult Temple and Family History Consultant Part 1

This course focuses on the roles of Adult Ward Temple and Family History Consultants. Topics discussed are:
 - Leadership patterns,
 - training,
 - how to help others.

Class Handouts

• Adult Temple & Family History Consultant part 1
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Adult Temple and Family History Consultant Part 2

This course focuses on the use and benefits of the Planner, which is found in Helper Resources. We will look specifically at how we, as consultants, can help… “create inspiring experiences that bring joy to all people as they discover, gather, and connect their families – past, present, and future.” from the Family History Department Purpose Statement
Class Handouts

• Adult Temple & Family History Consultant part 2
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Youth Temple and Family History Consultant

Training and discussion for Youth T&FH Consultants. Topics include: family history organized in the ward - how to begin as a youth consultant - bringing family history into the youth program - where to go for consultant on-line training - learning from President Nelson.

Class Handouts

• Youth Temple & Family History Consultant
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Managing Temple Ordinances

Learn how to manage your temple reservation list, properly print ordinance cards, use the filter to find the name and ordinance you desire. Reserving temple ordinances with Ordinances Ready will also be taught.

Class Handouts

• Managing Temple Ordinances
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Finding People to Help

This class is helpful for: T&FH Consultants, T&FH Leaders, organization presidency members, and anyone that has family history responsibilities in the ward/stake. Learn ideas how to find people to help in your ward/stake. Sharing of ideas and asking questions is encouraged.

Class Handouts

• Yet to be Determined
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)
  • Yet to be Determined

Class Handouts

• In-Person (at the center).
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Ward/Stake Group classes

Ward/Stake Group Class – Please note the topic of your choice in the comment section when registering

This class gives local units (For Example Ward Young Women’s Group, Young Men’s Group, Relief Society Group, Elders Quorum or just adults) the opportunity to attend a class together that is taught by Layton FamilySearch Center missionary instructors. Please choose the topic from the following classes and note it in “comments” at the time of registration:

• Ordinances Ready-Finding Temple (Youth)
• New Ancestor Discovery Pages (Youth)
• Web Indexing. (Youth and Adults)
• FamilySearch Mobile Apps (Youth and Adult)
• Navigating the Home Page in Family Search
• Getting Started with Help and Search
• Getting to Know Your Ancestors with The Person Page
• Discover Your Family using Descendancy View
• Record Hints and Sourcing in FamilySearch

Class Handouts

• Refer to the Class Handout listed for the Class of your choice in the Class information section.
  
  

Upcoming Dates

• On-Line (Zoom)

Record Hints and Sources, Tuesday May 10, 7:00 pm. Click here to register

• In-Person (at the center). All classes start at 7:00 pm.

To register a smaller group (Up to 18) Click here Or a larger group (up to 28) Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Memories

Photos, Documents, Stories, Audio, etc.

Each person, no matter how ordinary, has extraordinary memories to share. Many of the most precious, heart-changing family photos and stories are tucked away in our homes and our minds. At FamilySearch, we preserve memories, so they can be shared for generations to come.

Class Handouts

• Photos, Documents and Stories
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Preserving Family Memories through Stories

Learn how to create and edit a story in "Memories", attach an image, and link the story to an ancestor in Family Tree.

Class Handouts

• Memories - Stories
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Partner Sites

Using Ancestry.com with FamilySearch

Please Note: PLEASE BRING YOUR USER NAME AND PASSWORD FOR BOTH YOUR FAMILYSEARCH ACCOUNT AND YOUR LDS-ANCESTRY MEMBERSHIP ACCOUNT
In this class you will learn how to “move information” between Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org. The feature to “move information” is only available for those who are registered in FamilySearch and Ancestry as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This is a benefit of the partnership agreement between FamilySearch.org and Ancestry.com. You will need your username and password for both websites.

Class Handouts

• Using Ancestry.com with FamilySearch
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Discover Your Ancestors Using Other Partner Sites

FamilySearch is the largest database of genealogical information in the world, and it is growing daily, but there is still more information available than can be processed by one group. And, family history is for everyone who is in a family, regardless of religion, race or nationality. Because of the enormity of the task, FamilySearch has formed partnerships with several other groups and companies to share information and move the pace of the work forward. These Partner Sites have agreements with FamilySearch to share their data in exchange for sharing the data and resources of FamilySearch. Most are companies who operate for a profit, but allow LDS church member free access to at least some of their data.

Class Handouts

• Partner Sites
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Research

Finding and Merging Duplicate Records

Learn how to search for duplicate records, how merging works, and steps to follow during a merge.

Class Handouts

• Duplicates and Merging
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Adding Sources Part II

This class teaches how to add sources seven different ways such as; Adding sources attached to someone else, sources from another site, adding your own source, etc.
- It gives tips on how to enhance your sources by adding memories to them.
- It helps you understand how to create a story of your ancestor from sources.
- Adding sources can help you tell stories about your ancestors, draw timelines, connect the unconnected.

Class Handouts

• Sources Part II
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

How to Edit and Fix Relationships in FamilySearch

Learn how to correct dates, other information and attaching husbands, wives and children to their respective family lines.

Class Handouts

• Edit and Fix
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Research Strategies for Advanced Searches on FamilySearch and Online resources.

This class covers how to access and search online (digital) historical records in FamilySearch. This class will provide the next steps in research including how to browse Historical Record collections and filters, Wild card searches, Google searches, and other helpful websites!

Class Handouts

• Searching Online
  
• Research Strategies
  
  

• On-Line (Zoom)
  • Sunday, May 22, 7:00 pm - Click here to register

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Discover your family using Descendancy View

What is the difference between ancestral and Descendancy research and how can it make a difference in your life? In the class, you will be introduced to Descendancy research and what you can learn about extended families by using the Descendancy view. Hands-on activities help you "Discover", "Gather", and "Connect" ancestors and their stories to you and to each other.

Class Handouts

• Descendancy View
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Using Census Records to Identify Family Members

Learn how to trace a family over time through census records, and use them to tell a family’s story.

Class Handouts

• Census Research
  
  

• On-Line (Zoom)

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Using DNA to Expand Your Family Tree

This class will explain how to use your DNA results to expand what is found in your Family Tree. The emphasis will be on using results from Ancestry.com DNA, but will also mention using cousin matches on MyHeritage DNA and Family Tree DNA.

Class Handouts

• Using DNA
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Using the Wiki and Catalog to Find Research Helps

In FamilySearch, learn what records exist in the places and time periods for your ancestors and find links to world-wide record connections.

Class Handouts

• Wiki and Catalog
  
  

• In Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Web Indexing

Web Indexing

Indexing is the process of taking information from historical record images and putting it into a digital format. Indexing turns the records into searchable sources, allowing researchers to find and attach them to ancestors in their family tree in FamilySearch. This Basic Indexing class will introduce you to Web Indexing in FamilySearch. You will learn how to index, how to navigate the Indexing site and the importance of Indexing in Family Tree. A variety of records are available to index that are appropriate for anyone ages 11 to 111. A group of records can typically be indexed in just 15-30 minutes. You will learn how to access help for the various indexing projects. This class is appropriate for the beginner and as a review for someone who has not indexed recently.

Class Handouts

• Indexing
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)
  • Thursday, March 24, 10:00: AM

Web Indexing II and Reviewer Training

This class will help those who have some experience In Web Indexing with tips and tricks that will enhance your indexing experience. These hints will help you be more efficient and accurate. You will learn how to reorder fields, use different data entry forms, copy duplicate information from one entry into the next and learn how to share your batch when you need help and open a shared batch to help others. The class will include information for those who are or wish to become an Index Reviewer. This class will also be helpful for the Ward or Stake temple and family history consultant.

Class Handouts

• Web Indexing II and Reviewer Training
  
  

• In Person (at the center) To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Foreign Language Web Indexing

Learn to index in a foreign language. No foreign language skills required, but it is helpful.

Class Handouts

• Not available at this time
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)
  • Yet to be Determined

30 minute classes

FamilySearch's new Search Records

FamilySearch is working hard to improve the search experience—making it more intuitive and straightforward—for beginners as well as experts. All the tools you may have used in your research before are still there. But the search boxes, filters, and design have all been simplified.

Class Handouts

• Search Records page
  
  

• On-Line (Zoom)

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)
  • Yet to be Determined

Creating a Life Sketch with Military Draft Records

Add additional information to the person page using Military Draft Records

Class Handouts

• Life Sketch with Military Draft Records
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Who is my third cousin, and why is he removed?

Ever wondered how cousins are numbered, and how/why they get removed, or is it you that got removed?

Class Handouts

• Cousins
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)
  • Yet to be Determined

How to enhance, colorize and animate photos

Enhancing Photos - Come learn how to make your great grandfather come to life by Animating his still photo with MyHeritage tools. Also learn how to colorize old black and white photos. MyHeritage also makes enhancing or clarifying your photos an easy process. These are some fun and useful tools for your Family History!

Class Handouts

• Colorizing, Enhancing, Repairing and Animating Photos
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Guided Research

Need help finding Birth, Marriage, and Death records? Find out how FamilySearch Wiki’s Guided Research can assist you.

Class Handouts

• Guided Research
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

Create a family group in FamilySearch

The new family groups feature makes it easy to send FamilySearch messages to a selected group of your living relatives on FamilySearch. With this new feature you can use it to enhance your family history research and collaborate with your relatives.

Class Handouts

• Family Groups
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)

FamilySearch Help Center

Come learn about the wealth of information available in the FamilySearch Help Center.Get answers to your questions and support for your learning through how-to instructions and step-by-step guides, videos and webinars, and Research Wiki - all in one place!

Class Handouts

• Help Center
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)
  • Yet to be Determined

FamilySearch Mobile Apps (30 Minute Version)

Learn how to use your smartphone or mobile device with Family Tree and Memories apps in FamilySearch. Work on an ancestor’s information. Basically, all FamilySearch – Family Tree functions can be done in these apps.
Please Note: Experience in FamilySearch and basic smart phone functions is suggested. Come to class with a current FamilySearch account and a smartphone with “Family Tree” and “Memories” apps by FamilySearch already downloaded. These apps can be found in the Solutions Gallery in FamilySearch." Pictures and stories are a wonderful way of preserving our family history. This class will assist you in learning how to use photos, documents, stories and audio in the FamilySearch program.

Class Handouts

• FamilySearch Mobile Apps
  

• In Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)
  • Yet to be Determined

Following and Labeling Ancestors

Do you want to remember who is: end of line, direct line, frequently changing, close to 110 years old, or any reason? This quick class will show you how to keep track of relatives, follow changes being made to their page, and label them so you can keep them organized and remember why you are following them.

Class Handouts

• Following and Labeling Ancestors
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)
  • Yet to be Determined

Exploring Historical Images on FamilySearch

In this class we will explore the Image tab on FamilySearch. About 70% of the records that FamilySearch has available are not indexed. This class will demonstrate how to locate and attach those records to your Ancestor's Person Page. These imaged records contain valuable information to help discover more about your Ancestors.

Class Handouts

• Exploring Historical Images
  
  

• In-Person (at the center). To Register Click here and navigate to the desired date & time. (Available dates are shown in blue font on the calendar)
  • Yet to be Determined

Links to Layton FamilySearch Center Staff Training

Links to Online Classes at Other Centers

Family History Library Web-site
Family History Library Webinars
Archived Classes in the Learning Center (FHL)
BYU Webinars
Los Angeles FamilySearch Library
San Diego FamilySearch Library
St. George FamilySearch Center
Ogden FamilySearch Center
Lehi FamilySearch Center
Riverton FamilySearch Library