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Project Management Certification
4-Course Series

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 December 1, 2026 | First course opens September 1, 2026 (Fall); Register by April 28, 2027 (Spring) | First course unlocks January 27, 2027 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Courses + 4 Optional Office Hour Sessions
This certification series is for any library worker whose role involves planning and completing mid- to large-scale projects. This series is appropriate for all levels of library staff.
Register by December 1, 2026 | First course opens September 1, 2026 (Fall); Register by April 28, 2027 (Spring) | First course unlocks January 27, 2027 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Courses + 4 Optional Office Hour Sessions

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Project Management Part 1
Plans That Actually Get Used

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 September 1, 2026 (Fall) | January 27, 2027 (Spring)
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 September 1, 2026 (Fall) | January 27, 2027 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

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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, 2026 (Fall); February 23, 2027 (Spring)
2-Module Self-Paced Crash Course
This course is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.
Registration deadline September 2, 2026 (Fall); February 23, 2027 (Spring)
2-Module Self-Paced Crash Course

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Your First Public Library Job
A Practical Survival Guide

Build a strong foundation with the essentials every new public library worker should know.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines September 3, 2026 (Fall); February 2, 2027 (Spring); and July 14, 2027 (Summer).
6 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for new public library staff, primarily frontline workers without an MLS.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines September 3, 2026 (Fall); February 2, 2027 (Spring); and July 14, 2027 (Summer).
6 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Manga Magic
Boost Literacy with Books Students Love

Learn how to use manga to support literacy, collection development, and student engagement.
Choose a session: Registration deadlines September 15, 2026; March 23, 2027; or July 15, 2027.
4 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for school librarians (grades 3-12) and public youth services librarians.
Choose a session: Registration deadlines September 15, 2026; March 23, 2027; or July 15, 2027.
4 Self-Paced Course Modules

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AI Tools for the Overworked School Librarian

Use AI to save time, support students, and strengthen your school library.
Registration deadline September 17, 2026 (Fall), May 27, 2027 (Spring), or August 5, 2027 (Summer).
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules
Recommended for K-12 school librarians with all levels of AI knowledge.
Registration deadline September 17, 2026 (Fall), May 27, 2027 (Spring), or August 5, 2027 (Summer).
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

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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, 2026 (Fall); March 16, 2027 (Spring)
2-Module Self-Paced Online Crash Course
This course is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.
Registration deadline September 23, 2026 (Fall); March 16, 2027 (Spring)
2-Module Self-Paced Online Crash Course

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Accessibility Without Overwhelm
Library Programs That Actually Work for Disabled Patrons

Make your library programs more accessible without starting from scratch.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines September 24, 2026; and January 21, 2027.
6 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for public library staff who plan or lead community programs
Choose a session. Registration deadlines September 24, 2026; and January 21, 2027.
6 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Building Readers Who Want to Read
Science of Reading for Elementary Libraries

Learn to support early literacy by integrating the science of reading into your elementary library
Choose a session: Registration deadlines September 24, 2026; January 28, 2027; and July 7, 2027.
5 Self-Paced Course Modules
This course is geared toward elementary librarians serving preK-3rd grade students.
Choose a session: Registration deadlines September 24, 2026; January 28, 2027; and July 7, 2027.
5 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Connecting with Teens (for Real)

Learn how to build relationships with and engage teens in your library.
Registration deadline September 29
7 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for public youth/teen services librarians, school librarians (grades 8-12), and other stakeholders in youth/teen library programs
Registration deadline September 29
7 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Get Funded
Creative Strategies for Public Libraries

Build a clear, actionable funding strategy for your public library—even when traditional sources are drying up.
Registration deadline September 29, 2026 (Fall), February 25, 2027 (Spring)
3 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for public library workers.
Registration deadline September 29, 2026 (Fall), February 25, 2027 (Spring)
3 Self-Paced Course Modules

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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 (Fall) or March 3, 2027 (Spring)
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 (Fall) or March 3, 2027 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

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