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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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Steal These Ideas
A Teen Programming and Engagement UnConference

Steal and adapt real teen programming ideas that work, so you can spend less time guessing and more time running programs teens actually want to show up for.
July 22, 2026 | 1:00 - 4:00 pm ET
3-Hour Live Online UnConference
Recommended for school and public librarians who work with teens.
July 22, 2026 | 1:00 - 4:00 pm ET
3-Hour Live Online UnConference

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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 26, 2026 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course
Recommended for all public library workers.
August 26, 2026 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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Leadership Safety Series
2-Part Bundle

Two courses. One cohesive approach to safety, service, and leadership in the modern public library.
Register by August 27, 2026
2 Days of Live Courses + Access to On-Demand Recordings (August 26, 27)
Recommended for public library workers and leaders.
Register by August 27, 2026
2 Days of Live Courses + Access to On-Demand Recordings (August 26, 27)

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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 Self-Paced Courses
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
4 Self-Paced 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 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
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.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
2-Module Self-Paced Crash Course
This course is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.
Register by September 2, 2026
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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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 9, 2026.
3 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for public library workers.
Registration deadline September 9
3 Self-Paced Course Modules

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