Spring 2026 Courses

Courses are listed chronologically by live course start date or date self-paced materials become available.

Materials for self-paced courses unlock on registration deadline date. All course materials will be available for 6 months.

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Managing Change When Everyone’s Already Exhausted

Learn change management skills to help support your library's ever-evolving needs.

Choose a session: Registration deadlines April 21 and October 20

4 On-Demand Online Course Modules

This course is intended for library managers and leaders.

Choose a session: Registration deadlines April 21 and October 20

4 On-Demand Online Course Modules

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Teaching Research to Secondary Students

Learn proven methods for teaching secondary students the research skills they need to succeed. (Graduate credit available!)

Available starting April 23, 2026.

6 Module Self-Paced Online Course

Recommended for librarians and media specialists at secondary (8-12) schools and early college.

Available starting April 23, 2026.

6 Module Self-Paced Online Course

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Making Your Library Space Work for Every Body

Learn how to assess your library space through the lens of universal design and make it more welcoming for more people.

Choose a session. Registration deadlines April 29 and October 13

4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

Recommended for public and academic library personnel.

Choose a session. Registration deadlines April 29 and October 13

4 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

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No Cringe, Just Clarity
Giving Feedback That Works

No Cringe, Just Clarity: Giving Feedback That Works

Choose a session. Live sessions April 30 and September 16, 2:00-4:00 pm ET

2-Hour Online Crash Course

This course is recommended for library managers and leaders.

Choose a session. Live sessions April 30 and September 16, 2:00-4:00 pm ET

2-Hour Online Crash Course

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Frontline Safety Training

Build practical skills to face conflict, escalation, and other safety concerns in the library.

Choose a session. Registration deadlines May 5 and October 22

5 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

Recommended for public-facing staff and librarians at public libraries

Choose a session. Registration deadlines May 5 and October 22

5 Self-Paced Online Course Modules

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Finding Money for Your School Library When There Isn’t Any
2-Course Certification Series

Learn how to make the most of your school library funding opportunities.

Choose a session: Registration deadlines July 1, August 4, and November 18

2 Self-Paced Online Courses

Recommended for K-12 librarians.

Choose a session: Registration deadlines July 1, August 4, and November 18

2 Self-Paced Online Courses

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Finding Money When There Isn’t Any Part 1
Creative Funding for Your School Library

A practical path for moving great library ideas forward when funding feels out of reach.

Choose a session: Registration deadlines May 6, July 21, and October 21

3 On-Demand Online Course Modules

Recommended for K-12 librarians and educators.

Choose a session: Registration deadlines May 6, July 21, and October 21

3 On-Demand Online Course Modules

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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.

Choose a session. Live sessions May 12 and November 3 | 2:00 - 3:30 pm ET

1.5 Hour Live Online Session + 4-Module Workshop

Recommended for anyone who manages people.

Choose a session. Live sessions May 12 and November 3 | 2:00 - 3:30 pm ET

1.5 Hour Live Online Session + 4-Module Workshop

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How to Boost Reading Scores
(and Prove It to Admin!)

Strengthen reading outcomes and show your impact with confidence.

May 13, 2026, 5:00 - 6:00 PM ET

1 Hour Lightning Learning

Recommended for 6-12 school librarians.

May 13, 2026, 5:00 - 6:00 PM ET

1 Hour Lightning Learning

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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.

Choose a session. Series runs March–June or September–November

4 Online Crash Courses

This certification series is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.

Choose a session. Series runs March-June or September-November

4 Crash Courses

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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.

Choose a session. Live sessions May 19 and October 14 | 2-4 pm ET

2-Hour Online Crash Course

This course is recommended for new library workers, regardless of library type.

Choose a session. Live sessions May 19 and October 14 | 2-4 pm ET

2-Hour Live 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.

Choose a session: Registration deadlines May 27 and October 21

7 Self-Paced Course Modules

Recommended for public library personnel

Choose a session: Registration deadlines May 27 and October 21

7 Self-Paced Course Modules

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