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Connecting with Teens (for Real)

Learn how to build relationships with and engage teens in your library.
Register by April 9, 2026.
7 On-Demand Course Modules
Recommended for public youth/teen services librarians, school librarians (grades 8-12), and other stakeholders in youth/teen library programs
Available starting April 9, 2026.
7 On-Demand Course Modules

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Jumpstart Inclusive Cataloging

Ensure your collections are accessible and inclusive by learning how to catalog with a critical eye and start an inclusivity audit.
April 14, 2026, 12:00–4:00 pm ET
Half-Day Online Course
Recommended for academic and cataloging librarians and staff.
04/14/2026
Half-Day Online 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.
Register by April 21, 2026
4 On-Demand Online Course Modules
This course is intended for library managers and leaders.
4 On-Demand Online Course Modules

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Making Your Library Space Work for Every Body

Learn how to make your library more accessible to all.
Register by April 29, 2026
4 On-Demand Online Course Modules
Recommended for public and academic library personnel.
4/29/2026
4 On-Demand Online Course Modules

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Frontline Safety Training

Build skills to face the real-world challenges of public library work.
Available starting May 5, 2026.
5 Module On-Demand Online Course
Recommended for public-facing staff and librarians at public libraries
On-Demand beginning 5/5/2026
5 Module On-Demand Online Course

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Why Your Best People Leave
(And How to Make Them Stay)

Learn how to build trust and establish a workplace culture that encourages staff to stay for the long-haul.
Tuesday, May 12, from 2:00-3:30 pm ET
Live Online Session + 4-Module Workshop
Recommended for anyone who manages people.
5/12/2026
Live Online Session + 4-Module Workshop

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

Strengthen your professional judgment and decision-making skills on the job.
May 19, 2026 | 2-4 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course
This course is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.
May 19, 2026 | 2-4 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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Serving Disabled Patrons
What Actually Helps (Beyond Good Intentions)

Acquire practical customer service strategies to make your library more inclusive.
Register by May 27, 2026.
7 On-Demand Course Modules
Recommended for public library personnel
On-Demand beginning 05/27/2026
7 On-Demand Course Modules

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Advocating for the Freedom to Read
(Without Losing Your Job)

Learn how to defend intellectual freedom safely, legally, and strategically while protecting your position.
May 28, 2026, 4:00 - 5:00 PM EST
1 Hour Lightning Learning
Recommended for public and school librarians, advocates, and stakeholders
May 28, 2026, 4:00 - 5:00 PM EST
1 Hour Lightning Learning

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Library Management Training
Accelerated Course

Learn what they didn’t teach you in library school: how to be a library manager.
June 3 & 10, 2026
2-Week Intensive Online Course + 8-module Workshop
Recommended for new and aspiring library managers.
June 3 & 10, 2026
2-Week Intensive Online Course + 8-module Workshop

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Polished & Prepared Part 4
Core Professional Skills for Library Staff: Workplace Success and ADHD

Build sustainable workplace strategies that support focus, productivity, and success.
June 11, 2026 | 2-4 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course
Recommended for anyone who works in a public library.
June 11, 2026 | 2-4 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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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 September 1, 2026
4 On-Demand Courses
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
4 On-Demand Courses

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