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Due to Allen Wright Building renovations, our services are temporarily relocated to the Will Rogers Building in the Capitol complex, 2401 N. Lincoln Blvd, Room C12. Access to collections will have to be requested in advance. If you are a land surveyor seeking access to corner records or filing a new corner record, please call (405) 522‑1013 for assistance.

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.

Learning Opportunities

Training Spotlight

Library Pulse Webinar: Canva for Libraries

August 13, 1-2:30 p.m. | Online Event

Libraries do so much—and communicating that impact matters. In this webinar, explore how Canva can support your programs, services, and community outreach through simple and effective visual design.

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Annual Report Training On Demand

Annual Report Training

State Data Coordinator Sadie Bruce walks through each section of the Annual Report, explaining what information is collected and how to complete the report accurately.

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Annual Report Software Training

Ryan Patrick of Counting Opinions demonstrates how to use LibPAS to enter, review, and submit your Annual Report data.

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Niche Academy Spotlight

These on-demand trainings take no longer than an hour, showcasing important library advocacy and data utilization tools.

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

Public Library Certification Program

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

Explore Online Learning

Have Questions?

We’re here to support your professional development.
Contact us at: ODL.education@libraries.ok.gov.

Last Modified on Aug 05, 2026