Online Library Assistant Training Program focuses on Academic and Research Libraries

Rutgers University is accepting applications for its fall 2007 program for paraprofessionals at academic and research libraries. The Online Library Assistant Training Program is an online, on-the-job, semester-long class designed for library assistants and associates who are relatively new to work in academic and research libraries. It offers a look at the “big picture” issues for academic and research libraries, including library values, functions, and practices; how different functions fit into the mission and processes of the library; developing excellent service skills; and some best practices. Participants can expect to spend five to seven hours per week on the class. For details about the Online Library Assistant Training Program, go to http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/programs/pds/imls-olatp.jsp Questions? Contact Melanie Andrich at Rutgers University. This program was originally developed with funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.