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Polished & Prepared
4-Course Certification Series of Core Professional Skills for Library Staff

A practical professional toolkit for today’s library workplace.
Series runs September–November
4 Self-Paced Crash Courses
This certification series is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.
Series runs September-November
4 Self-Paced Crash Courses

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Polished & Prepared Part 1
Core Professional Skills for Library Staff: Communicating Like a Pro 

Communicate clearly, confidently, and professionally in every library interaction.
Registration deadline September 2
2-Module Self-Paced Crash Course
This course is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.
Registration deadline September 2
2-Module Self-Paced Crash Course

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Make Your Data Talk
Data Storytelling Strategies for Libraries

Learn to find, shape, and tell the stories your library's data has been waiting to tell.
September 8, 15, and 22 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
3-Week Live Online Course + Workshop
Recommended for library workers in all library types.
September 8, 15, and 22 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
3-Week Live Online Course + Workshop

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AI for Librarians Who Don’t Have Time for This
A Practical Start

Learn practical ways to use AI tools to streamline work at your library in this introductory course.
September 10, 2026 (Fall) or March 4, 2027 (Spring) | 12-4 pm ET
Half-Day Live Online Session + 3 Module Self-Paced Workshop
Recommended for people with new or emerging knowledge about AI in all types of libraries.
September 10, 2026 (Fall) or March 4, 2027 (Spring) | 12-4 pm ET
Half-Day Live Online Session + 3 Module Self-Paced Workshop

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Polished & Prepared Part 2
Core Professional Skills for Library Staff: Behaving Like a Pro

Navigate workplace expectations with confidence, professionalism, and care.
Registration deadline September 23
2-Module Self-Paced Online Crash Course
This course is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.
Registration deadline September 23
2-Module Self-Paced Online Crash Course

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When a Patron is in Crisis
Mental Health Response Training

Learn how to recognize mental health and trauma-related behaviors and respond with confidence in real library situations.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 or February 17, 2027 | 2:00-3:30 pm ET
Live Online Session + 3-Module Self-Paced Workshop
Recommended for all public-facing library staff.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 or February 17, 2027 | 2:00-3:30 pm ET
Live Online Session + 3-Module Self-Paced Workshop

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Library Management Training

Learn what they didn’t teach you in library school: how to be a library manager.
Registration deadline October 1 (8-week course), June 2 (2-week accelerated course)
Live Online Course + Workshop
Recommended for new and aspiring library managers.
Registration deadline October 1 (8-week course), June 2 (2-week accelerated course)
Live Online Course + Workshop

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Project Management Part 2
Getting Projects Over the Finish Line

Transform your library projects and drive impact in your community by becoming proficient in project management skills through this Library Journal Project Management Certification.
Register by October 6, 2026
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules
This course is for any library worker whose role involves planning and completing mid- to large-scale projects. This course is appropriate for all levels of library staff.
Register by October 6, 2026
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

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The AI Reckoning
Policy, Ethics, and Civic Issues for Academic Libraries

Engage with the pressing policy, ethics, and civic questions that AI is putting on the table for academic libraries—right now.
October 6, 2026 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course
Recommended for academic librarians.
October 6, 2026 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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Making Your Library Space Work for Every Body

Learn how to assess your library space through the lens of universal design and make it more welcoming for more people.
Registration deadline October 13 (Fall), January 26 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules
Recommended for public and academic library personnel.
Registration deadline October 13 (Fall), January 26 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

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Polished & Prepared Part 3
Core Professional Skills for Library Staff: Thinking Like a Pro

Learn how to strengthen your professional judgment and decision-making skills on the job.
Registration deadline October 14
2-Module Self-Paced Crash Course
This course is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.
Registration deadline October 14
2-Module Self-Paced Crash Course

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Managing Change When Everyone’s Already Exhausted

Learn change management skills to help support your library's ever-evolving needs.
Registration deadline October 20 (Fall) or June 8 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules
This course is intended for library managers and leaders.
Registration deadline October 20 (Fall) or June 8 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

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