Library Technician

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Education · 1 of 4

The path

One college diploma. No degree, no licence, no exam.

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    High school diploma

    Grade 12

    English is the main requirement. Good computer skills help more than you would guess.

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    Apply to a library technician program

    Months ahead

    Some programs ask for a letter about why you want the field, an interview and a written test. Seats fill fast.

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    Two-year diploma

    2 years

    Cataloguing, reference, library software, collections and serving the public. Several colleges offer it online or part time.

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    Field placement

    Final term

    Placements in real libraries, usually unpaid and required to graduate. Many libraries ask for a vulnerable sector check (a police check for work with children or vulnerable people) first.

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    First job

    Months to 2 years

    Often casual or part-time shifts at first, then a permanent posting.