Northern Kentucky University

NKU Professional Development Courses in Library Science

Synchronous, online classes and workshops (Facilitated Courses) are available, as well as Online Anytime training modules that can be taken at your convenience. Click on Available Classes to the right to see current offerings.

• Are you interested in information on innovative programming and services for your library?
• Are you seeking updates to your skill sets in library science?
• Are you seeking employment in library or information organizations in your community?
• Does your library employer require continuing education credits?
• Are you interested in building professional credentials to enhance your professional position at your library?

Increasingly libraries are expanding the roles and responsibilities for librarians and staff in their organizations. NKU's Library Career Development courses will provide individuals seeking occupational advancement as well as initial employment in the library science field with the necessary credentials to be vital members of 21st century libraries. Cutting edge trends in library technology, new programming initiatives, and best practices overviews will be included in each course.

All of the NKU Library Career Development courses are taught completely online. Course materials and activities are readily available to students in any geographic area and are accessible to those having demanding personal schedules that would preclude engaging in traditional professional development activities.

Sample courses include:

• Institute on Solo Librarianship
• Collection Management
• Library Technology
• Youth Services
• Access Services
• Developing Enhanced Subject Access Tools
• Cataloging & Classification
• Supervision & Management in Libraries
• Communication & Teamwork in Libraries

NKU's Library Career Development courses are taught by library professionals who are active practitioners in the field. The majority of the instructors are also faculty members in graduate and undergraduate university programs in the library and information science fields.

Completion of each course will earn NKU Continuing Education Credits. (One CEU credit is equal to ten contact hours.) Selected courses are also recognized by the American Library Association for completion of the national Library Staff Certificate.

Courses are available throughout the year. Current classes available for immediate registration are available at NKU's Community Connections website (search for Library Science). Email NKULibraryce@nku.edu for upcoming course schedules.