Library Technician Program
Library Technician Calendar available here (PDF), Library Registration Form available here (PDF), and poster here (PDF).
This program is in affliation with Red River College.
Course Description
The Library Technician Program helps clerical staff in school and public libraries acquire knowledge and develop necessary basic skills to fulfill library duties. Being currently employed, or working as a volunteer, in a library is required for course enrollment. Once you have successfully completed the required seven library courses and the computer course, Internet: Technological Edge in Business and Education, or its equivalent, you may apply for a Library Technician Certificate.
Two courses for the Library Technician Certificate are offered each school year. Contact the Administrator of the Library Technician Certificate program for information on how to obtain the missing credits; information on how to challenge courses; and information on how to apply for credit transfer from other Educational Institutions.
All of the courses offered in the Library Technician Certificate program contain both synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities. You would attend a three-hour class each week on either Tuesday or Wednesday evening via an Internet connection, to hear a "live" lecture, plus speak in real-time to your classmates in small group and whole class discussions. You may also make use of a message board for further discussion and complete assignments at your convenience.
Linda Aksomitis, author of the textbook, Guide to Becoming A Library Technician, is the course instructor.
Credenda Registrar:
Toll Free: 1-866-910-2847
Phone: 1-306-764-2847 ext 1
E-mail: registrar@credenda.net
Credenda Instructor:
Linda Aksomitis, MV/TEd
Phone/Fax: 306-699-7202
E-mail: aksomitis@sasktel.net
Program Courses
The Internet: Technological Edge in Business and Education
Introduction to Libraries
Children's & Young Adult Literature
Introduction To Reference
Collection Development
Business Communications
Descriptive & Derivative Techniques
Bibliographic Data Management
2008 - 2009
The Internet: Technological Edge in Business and Education
Experience the theory, tools, and resources used in the Internet environment. Learn what the Internet has to offer and develop the knowledge to access information databases.
Introduction to LibrariesDates: February 2r, 2008 to May 30, 2008
Registration Deadline: February 1, 2008
Cost: $400
This course is an introduction to various types of libraries, their organization, purpose, function and services. You are introduced to library terminology and are taught skills in the use of libraries. You acquire skills in basic library procedures such as simple book repair, materials processing, shelving and all aspects of circulation. Procedural variations according to type of library are also covered. You visit a variety of libraries. Levels of library employees are studied with particular emphasis on the role and duties of library technicians. The importance of professional associations is covered.
Children's and Young Adult LiteratureDates: September 9, 2008 to January 1, 2009
Registration Deadline: August 15, 2008
Cost: $800.00
This course is designed to cover the many aspects of children's and young adult literature to aid you in the choice and recommendation of books. The practicum includes storytelling, read aloud, and book talking. Special emphasis is on contemporary, intermediate, and young adult literature and Canadian writers. You learn to write book reviews.
Dates: January 28, 2008 to June 27, 2008
Registration Deadline: December 31, 2007
Cost: $680.00
2008 - 2009 school year:
Introduction to ReferenceYou are introduced to the reference process with emphasis on both print and electronic sources used to answer ready reference questions. Types of sources include encyclopedias, dictionaries, directories, almanacs, periodical indexes, yearbooks and bibliographies. You learn how to conduct an reference interview. Basic bibliographic instruction and the creation of subject bibliographies and pathfinders are covered. You learn interlibrary loan procedures and other methods of document delivery. Specialized services in various types of libraries are discussed.
Collection DevelopmentDates: August 18, 2008 to February 13, 2009
Registration Deadline: August 15, 2008
Cost: $1020.00
This course covers basic techniques in collection development, community analysis, needs assessment and collection development policy. You learn selection, verification, ordering and receiving procedures for books, serials, French and foreign language materials, pamphlets and government publications. Acquisitions procedures for handling gifts and exchanges and weeding are also covered. You learn to create and maintain vertical files. You examine the organization and function of the acquisitions department and its automation.
Dates: March 17, 2009 to June 25, 2009
Registration Deadline: February 1, 2009
Cost: $850.00
2009 - 2010
Business CommunicationsYou will learn the techniques and processes involved in writing and speaking effectively for business. You will learn to apply the direct pattern to business correspondence. Also, you will develop report presentation skills by writing reports and then adapting them for effective oral presentation. Finally, you will learn to conduct and participate in meetings. Competent language usage will be emphasized throughout the course, as will individual and group work.
Descriptive & Derivative TechniquesDates: August 21, 2009 to December 18, 2009
Registration Deadline: June 30, 2009
Cost: $640.00
An introduction to descriptive cataloguing and procedures for acquiring cataloguing copy.
Dates: January 4, 2010 to June 30, 2010
Registration Deadline: December 20, 2009
Cost: $1020.00
2010 - 2011
Bibliographic Database ManagementThis course is a general introduction to all aspects of subject cataloguing. You will acquire skills in assigning Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), Library of Congress Subject Headings for Children (AC), and Canadian Subject Headings (CSH). You are also exposed to differences between Sears Subject Headings and LCSH. Cross-references and authority records are covered. Other specialized indexing is briefly covered. You learn to create call numbers using the Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal Classification schemes and LC and Cutter-Sanborn book numbers.
Dates: August 30, 2010 to February 11, 2011
Registration Deadline: June 30, 2010
Cost: $960.00
