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Having Hard Conversations
Without Making Everything Worse

Handle difficult workplace conversations with a clear, repeatable framework that protects relationships and professionalism.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines July 2 and October 7
2 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for aspiring or current managers, or anyone who needs help with difficult conversations.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines July 2 and October 7
2 Self-Paced Course Modules

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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 July 8 and September 24
6 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for public library staff who plan or lead community programs
Choose a session. Registration deadlines July 8 and September 24
6 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Proving Your Library Matters
(With Evidence People Actually Believe)

Make your library’s impact clear, measurable, and impossible to ignore.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines July 9 and October 8
4 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for librarians and library administration at public, school, and academic libraries
Choose a session. Registration deadlines July 9 and October 8
4 Self-Paced Course Modules

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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 July 14 and September 3
6 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for new public library staff, primarily frontline workers without an MLS.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines July 14 and September 3
6 Self-Paced Course Modules

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Managing Different Brains
A Neurodiversity Guide for Library Leaders

Learn how to manage neurodivergent staff with more clarity, flexibility, and less guesswork
Choose a session. Live sessions July 16 and September 30, 2-4 pm ET
2-Hour Live Online Crash Course
Recommended for anyone who manages people.
Choose a session. Live sessions July 16 and September 30, 2-4 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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Bring Back Fun
Using Play to Sustain Library Teams

Learn how to use play in realistic ways to support morale, improve performance, and make work feel more sustainable.
July 28, 2026 | 12:00 - 4:00 PM ET
Half-Day Online Conference
This course is intended for all school and public library leaders.
July 28, 2026 | 12:00 - 4:00 PM ET
Half-Day Online Conference

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Everyone Deserves a Library
Serving Patrons Experiencing Homelessness

Support all patrons while prioritizing compassion, care, and safety.
August 20, 2026 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course
Recommended for all public library workers.
August 20, 2026 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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Safe by Design
A Library Leader’s Guide to Safety and Security

Learn how library leaders can help make libraries safer for staff and patrons while protecting their privacy and maintaining open, accessible, and welcoming spaces.
August 27, 2026 | 12:00 - 4:00 pm ET
Half-Day Online Course
Recommended for public library leaders.
August 27, 2026 | 12:00 - 4:00 pm ET
Half-Day Online Course

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Dealing with Front Desk Realities
Customer Service Training

Practical strategies for handling the real, messy, unpredictable moments at the front desk
Registration deadline September 1
4 Self-Paced Course Modules
This course is geared toward frontline and other public-facing staff.
Registration deadline September 1
4 Self-Paced Course Modules

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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
4 On-Demand Courses
This certification series 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 December 1, 2026
4 On-Demand Courses

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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
4 On-Demand 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
4 On-Demand 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.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 2:00-4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Live Online Crash Course
This course is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 2:00-4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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