NYLA is pleased to present……..
Library Assistant / Technician Training Program
One-Week Course
This certificate, non-credit program is sponsored by NYLA in cooperation with Genesee Community College. It is open to individuals already working or newly hired in libraries, or people interested in working in libraries. To receive a certificate from GCC, the individual must complete the entire 18 hour program.
Introduction
A survey of libraries, from their beginnings in pre-history to the dynamic institutions they are today. This section introduces students who plan to or are currently working in libraries to the various aspects of library work, to the functions of a library, and to the distinctive role of the library assistant/technician. Attention is given to the development of libraries so that the student may be aware of what a library is, how it has evolved, and what types are found today. The current employment situation is also discussed. This section includes an overview of all library areas and includes Public/Circulation Services, Reference, and Technical Services.
Public / Circulation Services
An introduction to public services in libraries. This section includes circulation services and systems, reserve and special collections, shelving and stack maintenance, customer service, public relations, confidentiality and security.
Reference
An introduction to reference and information services in libraries. Topics include the organization of information, the reference question, and search strategies. Electronic reference products, trends in reference work, library/bibliographic instruction, information literacy, and types of reference materials are discussed. The role of the library technician in this aspect of library service is explored.
Technical Services
An overview of the technical processing services that are carried out in libraries to ensure the growth, development, and bibliographic control of all collections of materials. Students will be introduce to the procedures required to acquire, catalog, process, and preserve materials in all formats. This section will also consider the impact computers have had on the technical services of libraries.
This program is being offered at the following locations:
Nassau Community College — May 2 – 7, 2011
SUNY Ulster — May 2 – 7, 2011
Tompkins Cortland Community College — May 9 – 14, 2011
For more information and to find out how to register for this Certificate Program, please visit our website at http://www.nyla.org/index.php?page_id=1469