Grow your skills. Advance your career. Better serve your community.
The Oklahoma Department of Libraries offers a range of professional development opportunities designed to support public library staff at every stage—from new hires to seasoned professionals. Whether you are pursuing certification, fulfilling your contact hours, or expanding your professional capabilities, we offer training and support that enrich your work and strengthen the services you provide.
Upcoming Learning Opportunities
Training Spotlight
Level Up Your Booktalks! New Ways to Engage in School Outreach
On-Demand | CSL/Libraries Learn
Make outreach meaningful with this intro to the art of booktalks and other interactive strategies for engaging readers of all ages.
AARP Senior Planet Licensing Program Information Session
June 16, 12-1 p.m. OR June 24, 2-3 p.m.| Older Adults Technology Services
Attend a free info session to learn about tools and resources that will help you provide high-quality technology training for older adults.
AARP Senior Planet Licensing Program Information Session
June 16, 12-1 p.m. OR June 24, 2-3 p.m.| Older Adults Technology Services
Attend a free info session to learn about tools and resources that will help you provide high-quality technology training for older adults.
Seed libraries: Basics and Beyond
July 14, 2-3 p.m. | Webjunction
Join to learn about launching a seed library—or find fresh ideas that will keep existing garden programs vibrant and responsive to community needs.
Niche Academy Spotlight
These on-demand trainings take no longer than an hour and highlight ways to engage customers of various ages and interests.
Public Library Certification
A free, semester-based training program that supports staff working toward initial library certification. Courses include:
How to Think Like a Librarian
Reference & Readers' Advisory
Computers & Electronic Resources
Interpersonal Skills
Library Legislation
Programming & Outreach
Collection Development
Library Administration
Track Your Progress
Use our dashboards to track certification and contact hours:
Online Learning Opportunities
Access on-demand training, certification programs, and webinars through platforms like:
Niche Academy (includes Online Certification classes and Ryan Dowd’s Homeless De-escalation Training)
WebJunction
Public Library Association
Booklist, Infopeople, EdWeb, and more
Have Questions?
We’re here to support your professional development.
Contact us at: ODL.education@libraries.ok.gov.
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