How do I become an archaeologist in Ontario?

Requirements. A four-year Bachelor’s degree in an area of archaeology OR holding an avocational licence for five years. If you are working toward this degree, you have to finish it before you can use it as a credential. Current membership in an archaeological organization with a code of ethics or code of conduct.

How many years does it take to become an archaeologist?

Post-Secondary School The minimum amount of education needed to work in the field of archaeology is a 4-year college degree (BA or BS). Usually archaeologists major in anthropology or archaeology. They also receive training in archaeological field and laboratory techniques.

Can you be a freelance archaeologist?

Archaeologists may work in either a full time capacity, part time capacity, on individual field work projects, or in a freelance capacity. Often Archaeologists work away from home but opportunities such as those in Museums can be found locally.

What should I study to become an archeologist?

A bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Geology or History, and a master’s degree in Archaeology and Historical Studies is required to qualify and work as an Archaeologist.

Can you get an archeology degree online?

Archaeology is not available as a completely online degree program; however, you can find options for online classes.

Do archaeologists travel a lot?

Archaeologists Travel a Lot Since the digging process can be slow and some digging sites are big, you may work on any given site for a couple of weeks up to a couple of months, or longer. Some projects can take a few years.

Is diffusion still relevant in archaeology?

With the emergence of the cultural historical paradigm in North American archaeology at the beginning of the 20th century, diffusion remained a viable explanatory variable, but transoce- anic diffusion was no longer seen in a positive light.

What is the greatest challenge in archaeology?

The true challenge in archaeology is defining a trait as analogous or homologous and in the case of homology finding the required technological or behavioral connection in the archaeological record of the cultures sharing the trait.

Does diffusion occur hierarchically?

Diffusion can also occur hierarchically, when innovations spread between large centers first and then out to smaller towns and villages (Morrill et al. 1988). This may also provide a good alternative explanation when phe- nomena do not spread in a wave-like pattern.

How did archaeology become a legitimate science?

In a very real sense, American archaeology established itself as a legitimate scientific discipline largely by debunking transoceanic diffusion. Recognition that American Indians had indeed built the mounds was also an important step toward eliminating racist paradigms in the social sciences.