Library: Professional Development Toolkit

ALA-APA is a nonprofit professional organization established to promote the mutual professional interests of librarians and other library workers and is focused on: 1) Certification of individuals in specializations beyond the initial professional degree and 2) Direct support of comparable worth and pay equity initiatives, and other activities designed to improve the salaries and status of librarians and other library workers.

Library Journal and School Library Journal offer intensive, interactive multi-session, online courses that help library staff at all levels learn essential skills, solve problems unique to their libraries, and put strategic plans into action. Course facilitators work with individuals in a coaching environment to help sort out personal challenges.
These instructor-led courses feature personalized interaction, combining real-time learning with asynchronous conversation and on-demand resources.

LSSC is designed to recognize the value and accomplishments of Library Support Staff. The LSSC Program is managed by the American Library Association-Allied Professional Association (ALA-APA).