Public Librarian Professional Certificate Professional Development Resources
If you are unsure whether your chosen professional development activity will meet State Education Department requirements, contact your employer or Maria Hazapis, (518) 486-1330.Approved Professional Development Activities | Approved Professional Development Providers |
WebJunction
An online community dedicated to networking, information sharing, and quality online courses provided at the lowest cost possible to the library community.
The New York Library Association
Information on professional development opportunities, professional conferences, NYLA Institutes, and other resources for librarians in New York State.
College of DuPage Teleconferences
The New York State Library has arranged free teleconferences on a broad range of topics pertinent to New York’s libraries and librarians.
librarycareersny.org
This site is maintained by the New York State Library and contains over 50 resources for continuing education and professional development opportunities.
New York’s Reference and Research Library Resources Systems (3R’s)
These are chartered educational institutions resulting from the association of a group of institutions of higher education, libraries, nonprofit educational institutions, hospitals, and other institutions organized to improve reference and research library service. There are nine across the state and many offer professional development activities. Check the calendars on their web sites.
Nylink
Nylink is a nonprofit membership organization of all types of libraries and cultural heritage organizations throughout New York State. It facilitates collaboration and cooperation among its members, and supports access to high-quality, cost-effective resources that enable member institutions to enhance the services they provide to their constituents.
Classes at the New York State Library
These classes, for those who live in the capital region or will be visiting, cover a broad range of topics.
ALA’s Reference and User Services Association
Online course offerings.
ALA’s Public Library Association
Certified Public Library Administrator (CPLA) courses, which may be taken as professional development courses for certificate holders.
SirsiDynix Institute
Free biweekly web conferences.
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