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

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Get Funded
Creative Strategies for Public Libraries

Library leaders know their communities are changing — new needs, new gaps, new opportunities — but knowing that isn't the same as getting it funded.
Registration deadline: February 25, 2027
3 Self-Paced Course Modules
This course is designed for new directors, board leadership, executive teams, and budget & finance committees across library types and community sizes.
Registration deadline: February 25, 2027
3 Self-Paced Course Modules

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AI for Librarians Who Don’t Have Time for This
A Practical Start

Learn practical ways to use AI tools to streamline work at your library in this introductory course.
March 4, 2027 (Spring) | 12:00 - 4:00 pm ET
Half-Day Live Online Session + 3 Module Self-Paced Workshop
Recommended for people with new or emerging knowledge about AI in all types of libraries.
March 4, 2027 (Spring) | 12:00 - 4:00 pm ET
Half-Day Live Online Session + 3 Module Self-Paced Workshop

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Public Library Foundations
A 3-Course Materials Management Certification Series

Build the collection skills your library needs from the ground up.
Register by May 14, 2027.
3 Self-Paced Courses
Recommended for public library workers.
Register by May 14, 2027.
3 Self-Paced Courses

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Engaging Middle Grade Readers
A Practical Companion to Middle Grade Magic

Your middle grade readers deserve programming that's as good as the books themselves.
March 9, 2027 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course
Recommended for middle grade school and public librarians.
March 9, 2027 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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Small Library, Strong Community
Relationship-Building for Small and Rural Libraries

In a small library, relationships are how the work gets done.
Registration deadline March 10, 2027.
3 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for public and/or rural libraries.
Registration deadline March 10, 2027.
3 Self-Paced 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: 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: March 16, 2027 (Spring)
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, March 17, 2027 (Spring) | 2:00-3:30 pm ET
Live Online Session + 3-Module Self-Paced Workshop
Recommended for all public-facing library staff.
Thursday, March 17, 2027 (Spring) | 2:00-3:30 pm ET
Live Online Session + 3-Module Self-Paced Workshop

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Stop Managing, Start Coaching
How to Mentor and Build a Team that Thrives

The best managers develop people and build relationships.
Registration deadline March 18, 2027.
4 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for library managers and leaders.
Registration deadline March 18, 2027.
4 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
Registration Deadline: March 24, 2027 | Live Session 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Live Online Crash Course
Recommended for anyone who manages people.
Registration Deadline: March 24, 2027 | Live Session 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Crash Course

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What Are We Doing for Adults?
An Adult Programming and Engagement UnConference

You bring your ideas. You leave with others you can actually use.
April 8, 2027 | 1:00 to 4:00 pm ET
3-Hour Live Online Session
Recommended for public library workers.
April 8, 2027 | 1:00 to 4:00 pm ET
3-Hour Live Online Session

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Serving Autistic Patrons Well
Practical Strategies for More Supportive Libraries

Explore what it actually looks like to build an autism-supportive public or academic library.
April 22, 2027 | 2:00 to 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Session + 3 Self-Paced Course Modules
Recommended for public and academic library workers.
April 22, 2027 | 2:00 to 4:00 pm ET
2-Hour Online Session + 3 Self-Paced Course Modules

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