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School Library Ready
3-Course Certification for Library Workers

A practical introduction to school librarianship for paraprofessionals and staff entering the field.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines August 6, October 28, and February 3.
3-Course Certification Series
This 3-course certification track is designed for K-12 non-certified school library personnel, including paraprofessionals, staff, and teachers.
Choose a session. Registration deadlines August 6, October 28, and February 3.
3-Course Certification Series

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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 (Fall) and May 13 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Course Modules
This course is geared toward frontline and other public-facing staff.
Registration deadline September 1 (Fall) and May 13 (Spring)
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 | First course opens September 1, 2026 (Fall); Register by April 28, 2027 (Spring) | First course unlocks January 27, 2027 (Spring)
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 | First course opens September 1, 2026 (Fall); Register by April 28, 2027 (Spring) | First course unlocks January 27, 2027 (Spring)
4 Self-Paced Courses

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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 Tools for the Overworked School Librarian

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