Part of the fun of working at a library is the opportunity to learn new things that help you better serve your users. Professional development is so important that a commitment to continuous learning is stipulated in the codes of ethics of several professional associations. To support you in your efforts to learn more about professional development or hone your present skill set, check out the events and links below.

American Library Association and its affiliates sponsor multitudes of conferences, meetings, and continuing education opportunities.

WebJunction is an online community dedicated to the emerging technology and training needs of librarians. WebJunction features articles, handouts, courses and forum discussions that are practical, down-to-earth and friendly. WebJunction addresses the real issues that librarians and library staff face every day.

Alternative Basic Library Education (ABLE) is a free, online program that provides basic library knowledge and skills for staff members who have no formal education in library science. Also includes supplemental programs.

Current Classes Available from CPL Partners