Hello All!

I'm just letting everyone know that registration is now open for the Fall 2024 Semester at CT State Three Rivers.
Please check out our Library Technology Certificate Program. This is a great program for library support staff and career changes.
More information is below:

The Library Technology Certificate Program at CT State Three Rivers

The Connecticut State Community College Three Rivers offers a fully online Library Technology Certificate program that is recognized by ALA as an Approved Provider for their Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC). This exciting course of study ensures that today’s students gain the knowledge they need to be successful working in 21^st century libraries. 100% online courses and flexible scheduling options make this the perfect program for anyone who wants to start a library career or broaden their library technology skill set.

Tell me more… What is it?
A 27-30 credit, ALA-approved online certificate program designed to:

• prepare individuals for employment in library positions that do not require a graduate degree.
• improve the knowledge and skills of those already working in support staff positions in all types of libraries.
• be convenient - The program is 100% online. Take courses from anywhere!
• be flexible – the program can be completed in one year (full time) or more slowly (part time)
• be affordable – Residents of CT, MA, RI and NY are eligible for in-state tuition at the CT State Three Rivers campus, and residents of ME, NH and VT are eligible for discounted tuition through the New England Board of Higher Education program Tuition Break.
  
  

Is the program for me?
Consider this program if you are:

• a current library support staff member. You have gone as far as your skills will allow you to go, you are ready for more responsibility, knowledge, and opportunities to advance.
• a library volunteer or library lover interested in moving into a paid library position.
• a student or career changer considering an MLS or other professional degree. If you are interested in libraries but not ready to commit to a full graduate program yet, start with this program and see if librarianship is for you.
• a library media specialist who went through the Alternate Route program. If you want additional library technology training to complement your teaching skills – and the flexibility to take classes online and any time – this is the program for you.
• a library director or manager and you want to enable your support staff to improve their skills, knowledge, and abilities; Steer them toward this program and then watch as they bring new energy back to your library!

Want more information?
Read more about the program: https://catalog.ctstate.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=2&poid=324

Learn how to enroll: https://ctstate.edu/enroll

Further questions?
Contact the program coordinator:

LVasselle@trcc.commnet.edu

Laura Vasselle, Librarian & Program Leader, Library Technology Certificate Program
Donald R. Welter Library 
Three Rivers Community College
574 New London Turnpike
Norwich, CT  06360
(860) 215-9286