2016 Library Training Services Australia Prospectus

2016

...write your next chapter, and explore libraries of the 21st century!

Library Education Course Prospectus

“Libraries are an essential community, workplace, research and education asset.”> ALIA Future of the Library and Information Science Profession

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Empowering students and libraries of the 21st centuryAt Library Training Services Australia (LTSA) we believe that studying should be a pleasure. Study isn’t just about gaining skills and knowledge; it is also about self-development and personal growth.

Here at LTSA, we believe in giving you the ultimate studying experience to support, empower and inspire you.

Our goal is to empower you with quality information, knowledge and highly relevant skills to prepare you for libraries of the 21st century. Because 21st century libraries need 21st century thinkers, innovators, creators and educators.

www.ltsa.edu.au 1300 17 15 60To chat about your exciting future library career, contact us!

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LTSA is Australia’s only dedicated education provider specialising in quality education in Library and Information Services (LIS).We deliver nationally recognised qualifications at Certificate II, III, IV and Diploma levels. Not only do we provide full qualifications, but also individual, nationally recognised courses to assist current LIS workers upskill in specific areas.

We work with industry to make sure our courses are industry-recognised best practice, relevant and future-proofed, in times of enormous and exciting change.

Our flexible distance learning and open course dates mean you can study in your own time, at your own pace.

The combination of our experienced high-calibre team, industry collaboration and consultation, mean we give our students the confidence they are investing in their future, and realising their potential.

We aim to tailor our approach to your needs and requirements, to support and empower you in your quest for knowledge and understanding, and help you to achieve your career and personal goals. We are dedicated to delivering empowered and inspired graduates who are passionate about libraries of the 21st century!

Thanks to our partnership with Australis College (RTO 31518), we can provide you with access to VET FEE-HELP to study the CUL50111 Diploma of Library and Information Services, with Australis College as the issuing RTO.Library Training Services Australia is an approved training and recruitment partner for Australis College (RTO 31518).

Thanks to our partnership with Concord Infiniti, we can give you access to a leading-edge, cloud-based integrated library management system to help develop your skills and knowledge around library systems used to manage digital and print resources!

See our website www.ltsa.edu.au for more about us and your next chapter including:

• Detailed course information• Our newsletter• Our blog• FAQs

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Join us in the future of Library and Information Services…

Provide services, programs and events that engage and connect your community in meaningful ways.

Create 21st century learners, and knowledgeable and responsible digital citizens.

Meet like-minded people who ‘get’ you, and share similar interests with you.


Inspired and excited by books?

This is THE place to get your book fix!

There are increasing opportunities in the private sector, particularly with the extraordinary expansion of information management.

Support 5,500 libraries across Australia – essential community, workplace, research and education assets!

Help preserve our cultural heritage. Libraries are memory institutions – collecting yesterday’s and today’s information for future generations to build on.

Join a dynamic, evolving workplace that is being transformed by technology and new ideas…in an exciting way!

Be inspired with extraordinary possibilities – put your creative thinking to use!

Keep current

For organisations

Get qualified, get inspired, get moving!

Best practice

Gain a best-practice approach to your work, with highly relevant skills and knowledge.

Future-proof yourself and your career!

Learn new ways to engage with your clients and community.

Ensure organisational effectiveness and efficiencies with best-practice approaches that deliver your organisational goals and outcomes.

Future-proof your library and information services – embrace the 21st century to create a dynamic and exciting environment!

Provide additional value to all your stakeholders in a changing sector.

For individuals


Attract talent!

Keep your best talent and create successful succession planning through education.

Employment Learning and development Opportunities

Create the next generation of leaders and managers within your organisation.

Deliver a library that seizes all opportunities to thrive, connect and engage with their staff, clients and all other stakeholders!

Improve staff morale, engagement, motivation and retention by providing proactive learning and development opportunities.

Create a learning organisation, with a learning culture. Continuous improvement inspiring better outcomes for all.

Formalise your experience and provide evidence of the level and degree of your expertise.

Stand out from the competition and increase your employability.

Set up a clear path for future learning and development and upgrade your qualifications as your career progresses.

Specialise in specific areas and skills that set you apart from others!

Open doors to registration and membership with relevant associations, which provide advocacy, campaigns, professional development, resources and information (depending on your qualification).

Open up opportunities for new roles and progression in your current (or a new) workplace!


Infinite growth opportunities…The number of possible roles in LIS is branching out, with massive opportunities in both the public and private sector.

Visual Resource Coordinator

Patent Searcher

Documentation Specialist

Curator

Circulation Officer

Coordinator Electronic Resource Access

Discovery Metadata Coordinator

Research Officer

Data Researcher

Program Manager

• Teacher Librarian• Librarian• Library Technician• Customer Services Officer• Library Assistant• Information Specialist

Traditional roles:

Learning Spaces Officer



...and even roles like Wine Librarian and Venom Librarian!

Document Control Specialist and Archivist

Collections and Facilities Assistant

Digital Manuscripts Project Manager

Records Management Coordinator

Rare Books and Special Collections

Freelance Researcher

Research Analyst

Library Digital Infrastructure and Technology Coordinator

Technical Information Specialist

Digital Archivist

Digital Archives Systems Administrator

“And so the moment we persuade a child to cross that threshold into a library, we’ve

changed their lives forever, and for the better. This is an enormous force for good.”

> Barack Obama

Community Information Officer

Information and Data Professional

Information Literacy Coordinator

Programs and Outreach Services Coordinator

Children’s and Youth Services Coordinator

LIS is evolving to embrace the digital age, bringing a range of exciting digital roles into government and other organisations:• Digital preservation (preserving digital

heritage and information)

• Digital curation (maintaining, preserving and adding value to digital research data)

• Digital stewardship (interdisciplinary field of practice linking information professionals to preserve and ensure access to society’s digital heritage)

• Digital humanities (an area concerned with the intersection of computing and the disciplines of the humanities, such as history, philosophy, linguistics, literature, art, archaeology, etc.)

• Social sciences (services such as the curation of online collections to data mining large cultural data sets).

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The types of places that you can work now include:• Public libraries

• University or TAFE libraries

• State or National libraries

• Parliamentary libraries

• Law libraries

• Business or Corporate libraries

• Health libraries

• Government libraries

• School libraries

• Special interest libraries

• Film/music libraries

• International libraries

• Library vendors and suppliers

• Corporate organisations

• Museums or other cultural services

• Archives

• Information consultancies

• Research organisations

• Bookshops

www.ltsa.edu.au 1300 17 15 60To chat about how a qualification can help you achieve your career goals, contact LTSA:

“During my studies with LTSA, I was exposed to many different areas of library management besides loaning and returning. The modules are designed for the contemporary needs of library management. I completed my studies and now, I have been promoted to be the Library Supervisor for both the primary and secondary libraries in my school. This program has actually re-defined my role as part of the library management team. Overall, the support from my school’s management and LTSA has made my dream come true and placed me where I am now.

Thanks LTSA !!!!!”

Sharlotte


Postgraduate university qualifications + prospective students must be teacher-qualified to be eligible to enrol

Undergraduate and postgraduate university qualifications

Diploma qualification

No qualification formally required, but qualifications at Certificate II, III or IV level are strongly recommended

No qualification formally required, but qualifications at Certificate II or above are recommended.

Achieve your career goals with the right qualification!Depending on what your goals are, you will need a qualification for certain roles:

Role Qualification

Teacher Librarians

Librarians and Information Specialists

Library Technicians

Library Assistants

Customer Service Officer

LTSA can provide education at Certificate II, III, IV and Diploma levels.

See the following pages for more information.


If you wish to specialise further in a particular area, e.g. Law, Health, Data or Film/Music it may be worthwhile completing extra units or qualifications in that area to provide additional expertise.

If you are not sure about the qualification level or units you wish to study, please feel free to contact us on 1300 17 15 60 or at [email protected] to discuss the options available to you.

We are here to provide clarity and

see you succeed!

www.ltsa.edu.au 1300 17 15 60

For further information and summaries of each individual qualification and subject, please contact us via:


Jump in and get your career moving See which of our courses may be right for you. Check the following pages for more detailed information.

Certificate IIIin Information and Cultural Services

Certificate IVin Library, Information and Cultural Services

Certificate IIin Information and Cultural Services

Overview: Great starting point for those starting out in the LIS sector, and wanting a basic overview of the sector and some key functions

Number of units: 10

Duration: 10 months at one unit every month

Career opportunities: Library Assistant, Bookshop employee, Customer Services Assistant

No prior experience required.

Overview: Great starting point for those starting out in the LIS sector, and wanting a basic-to-intermediate overview of the sector and some key functions

Number of subjects: 12


Career opportunities: Library Assistant, Bookshop employee, Customer Services Assistant


Overview: Great starting point for those starting out in the LIS sector or those who wish to gain a qualification for the experience they have already gained. Perfect for those who want an intermediate overview of the sector and the library’s key functions.

Number of subjects: 15


Career opportunities: Library Assistant with possible supervisory functions


CUL20111 CUL30111 CUL40111

Diplomaof Library and Information Services

CUL50111

Overview: Great starting point for those starting out in the LIS sector who are committed to a career in Library and Information Services, or those who wish to gain a qualification for the experience they have already gained. Perfect for those who want an intermediate-to-advanced overview of the sector and the library’s key functions. Number of subjects: 19Duration: 19 months at one unit every monthCareer opportunities: Library Technician (a para-professional role just beneath Librarian level) No prior experience required.

Our Certificates provide a solid foundation and pathway for further study if you would like to further enhance your skills and future employability.

Our Diploma provides a solid foundation and pathway for further studies towards undergraduate or postgraduate university studies in Librarianship/Information Studies, if you would like to become a qualified Librarian.

You don’t have to complete the

qualifications in order. You can jump straight to

a Diploma if you like!

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Certificate II in Information and Cultural ServicesCUL20111A great starting point for getting a quick overview of the LIS sector, whilst getting some practical experience.

This qualification will give you the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of tasks under direct supervision, including:• assisting customers with basic inquiries• assisting with loans and returns of library resources

using automated systems• keeping the library collection in correct order

and repair• shelving items• working effectively as part of a team.

Get the basics right – a great platform on which to further grow!

COURSE DURATION

• 10 months full time (at one unit per month)• 15 months part time (at one unit every six weeks)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Prospective students are to:• be enrolled in or have completed Year 10 equivalent

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• be either working in a library, or be prepared to volunteer in a library whilst studying• have basic computer skills and have access to a computer

and the internet either at work, at a library or at home• be prepared to complete practical tasks in a library workplace• have access to a workplace supervisor who can sign off on any practical assessment tasks.

COURSE STRUCTURE

The qualification is composed of 10 units (5 core and 5 elective).

Core units

BSBCUS201A Deliver a service to customersBSBOHS201A Participate in OHS processesBSBWOR203A Work effectively with othersCULIND201A Develop and apply knowledge of information and cultural servicesICAICT203A Operate application software packages

Elective units

CULINS201A Assist with circulation servicesCULINL301A Develop and use information literacy skillsCULINS301A Process and maintain information resourcesCULEVP201A Assist with the presentation of public activities and eventsCULINS202A Process information resource orders

Career opportunities include:• Customer Service Officer• Shelving Assistant• Library Assistant/Officer• Library Aide (school libraries)• Circulation/Lending Services

Assistant

Units may change without notice. Please see our website for the most up-to-date information.


A great starting point for getting a solid overview of the LIS sector and some key functions, whilst getting some practical experience.

This qualification will give you the skills and knowledge required to perform a broad range of tasks in a variety of environments, including:• assisting customers with inquiries• providing best-practice customer services to library

clients• assisting with loans and returns of library resources

using automated systems• keeping the library collection in correct order

and repair• shelving items• working effectively as part of a team• assisting with multimedia equipment and services• assisting with library displays and events• using basic computer software.

Getting the core functions right – a great platform on which to thrive!

COURSE DURATION


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Prospective students are to:• be enrolled in or have completed Year 10

equivalent• be either working in a library, or be prepared to

volunteer in a library whilst studying• have basic computer skills and have access to a

computer and the internet either at work, at a library or at home

• complete practical tasks in a library workplace• have access to a workplace supervisor who can sign

off on any practical tasks.

Certificate III in Information and Cultural ServicesCUL30111

Career opportunities include:• Customer Service Officer• Shelving Assistant• Library Assistant/Officer• Library Aide (school libraries)


COURSE STRUCTURE

This qualification is composed of 12 units (6 core and 6 elective)

Core units

BSBCUS301A Deliver and monitor service to customersBSBOHS301B Apply knowledge of OHS legislation in the workplaceBSBWOR203A Work effectively with othersCULIND201A Develop and apply knowledge of information and cultural servicesCULINL301A Develop and use information literacy skillsICAICT203A Operate application software packages

Elective units

CULDMT301A Provide multimedia supportCULEVP201A Assist with the presentation of public activities and eventsCULINM301A Use established cataloguing toolsCULINS201A Assist with circulation servicesCULINS301A Process and maintain information resourcesICAWEB201A Use social media tools for collaboration and engagement

“Excellence is an art won by training

and habituation. We are what we repeatedly do.

Excellence, then, is not an act, but

a habit”> Aristotle



Certificate IV in Library, Information and Cultural ServicesCUL40111An exciting qualification that gives you a deeper understanding of key library functions, and enables you to function at a higher level, whilst getting some practical experience.

This qualification will give you the skills and knowledge to perform a range of tasks in increasingly complex environments and situations, including:• assisting customers with increasingly

complex inquiries• analysing and evaluating information from a variety

of sources• expanding knowledge of cataloguing processes• improving research skills• obtaining items not held in your library through

inter-library loans and document supply services• planning and delivering library-related activities,

events and public programs• understanding and promoting copyright adherence

in a library context• providing leadership and guidance to others

with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

Building on solid foundations to set you up for a great LIS career!

COURSE DURATION


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Prospective students are to:• be enrolled in or have completed Year 10

equivalent• be either working in a library, or be prepared to

volunteer in a library whilst studying• possess basic computer skills and have access to a




Career opportunities include:• Customer Service Officer• Shelving Assistant• Library Assistant/Officer• Library Aide (school libraries)• Circulation/Lending Services Assistant• Possible supervisory roles

COURSE STRUCTURE

The qualification is composed of 15 units (6 core and 9 elective)

Core units

BSBIPR401A Use and respect copyrightBSBWOR402A Promote team effectivenessCUECOR03B Provide quality service to customersCUEOHS01C Implement workplace health, safety and security proceduresCULDMT301A Provide multimedia supportCULIND401A Consolidate and maintain industry knowledge

Elective units

CULEVP401A Present information on activities, events and public programsCULINM301A Use established cataloguing toolsCULINM401A Complete a range of cataloguing activitiesCULINM402A Use integrated library management systemsCULINS201A Assist with circulation servicesCULINS301A Process and maintain information resourcesCULINS401A Assist customers to access informationCULINS402A Obtain information from external and networked sourcesCULINS403A Search library and information databases

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Diploma of Library and Information ServicesCUL50111An exciting qualification that gives you a deeper understanding of end-to-end library functions, preparing you for a paraprofessional role as a Library Technician.

The qualification will give you a sound theoretical knowledge base, combined with practical application, enabling you to use a range of technical, specialised and managerial skills, including:• assisting and supporting professional Librarians

with higher-level duties such as copy or original cataloguing

• performing acquisition and maintenance of library resources

• assisting customers with complex reference inquiries, with advanced research skills

• facilitating interlibrary loan/document supply requests

• delivering group training sessions or community programs for staff and customers, e.g. work tasks or information literacy skills

• showing clients how to use multimedia equipment, software and/or other technologies

• using social media tools to communicate with library stakeholders and/or to promote library services, events and programs

• promoting reading and literature• understanding and promoting copyright and

licensing adherence in a library context• working effectively in a team, and providing

leadership and guidance to others with responsibility for the output of others.

The perfect qualification for someone passionate about a LIS career!

COURSE DURATION


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Prospective students are to:• be enrolled in or have completed Year 10 equivalent• be either working in a library, or be prepared to

volunteer in a library whilst studying• possess basic computer skills and have access to a




VET FEE-HELP is available to eligible students through our partner, Australis College (RTO 31518) as the issuing Registered Training Organisation. Library Training Services Australia is an approved training and recruitment partner for Australis College.


COURSE STRUCTURE

The qualification is composed of 19 units (7 core and 12 elective)

Core units

BSBCUS501B Manage quality customer serviceBSBOHS509A Ensure a safe workplaceBSBWOR402A Promote team effectivenessCULIND401A Consolidate and maintain industry knowledgeCULINL601A Extend own information literacy skills to locate informationCULRSK501A Monitor compliance with copyright and licence requirementsTAEDEL401A Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning

Elective units

CULDMT301A Provide multimedia supportCULEVP503A Develop and promote activities, events and public programsCULICM501A Maintain digital repositoriesCULICM601A Contribute to collection managementCULICM602A Manage collection maintenance and preservation proceduresCULINL501A Promote literature and readingCULINM401A Complete a range of cataloguing activities

CULINM502A Provide subject access and classify materialCULINM503A Use and monitor advanced functions of integrated library management systemsCULINS402A Obtain information from external and networked sourcesCULINS403A Search library and information databasesICAWEB201A Use social media tools for collaboration and engagement

Career opportunities include:• Library Technician• Access Services Officer• Digital Services Officer• Information Services

Officer• Journals Officer• Metadata Officer• Regional Curator• Special Collections

Officer• Serials Officer/

Technician• Interlibrary Loans

Technician/Officer• Reference Services

Officer/Technician• Acquisitions Officer/

Technician• Circulation/Lending

Services Assistant• Team Leader/Supervisor• Document Delivery

Officer• Research Officer• Technical Services

Officer• Cataloguer• Management and/or

leadership position in any of the above



Study with us – experience the difference

Exceptional quality and flexible education

To help you achieve your goals and give you the best chance of success in today’s busy and changing environment, we give you the ultimate flexible, distance-learning education:

• Organise your study around your life, whether it be work, family or any other commitments you may have.

• Start your study whenever you are ready. Rolling enrolments mean that you can start today, tomorrow, or in a month’s time; whenever suits you.

• Take advantage of our pay-as-you-learn system, meaning you can budget a regular payment monthly with no large up-front payments.

We are here to support you and help keep you motivated. We are proactive in helping you keep on track, ensuring you achieve your goals.

A current industry-experienced and professional Training Manager supports you through your study and assessment.

A Student Support Officer is there to help you with work/life/study balance, to offer guidance when life or study becomes difficult to manage, or throws you unexpected challenges.

Importantly, you are dealing with real people, who are responsive to your needs and who genuinely care about you.

Student Support Services


Volunteering or working in a library during your studies is a requirement for studying at LTSA, and is the ultimate accessory for your studies.

This is called Work Integrated Learning and it will give you an opportunity to:

• develop your practical skills and put theory into practice in a library environment

• transform your knowledge and information into understanding

• become ‘work ready’ by gaining on-the-job skills and experience and establishing a work history

• try the career, before you ‘buy’

• connect with people who have similar interests, and access mentorship, supervision and support

• find out how the ‘system’ and library environment works

• ease the transition from study to work.

Previous industry experience is one of the most highly sought-after qualities for those entering the workforce. This experience will provide you with confidence and understanding, linking and integrating all the information and knowledge you learn in your studies.

Volunteering and working

We have written a guide with tips on the best way to find a volunteering position, which you can find in the Resources section of our website www.ltsa.edu.au

“I have received enormous support from Library Training Services Australia which has been my training college for my certificate. My trainer Helen Ladewig was always so helpful with assignments and was only ever a phone call or email away.”

Imogen


Credit transfers

If you have completed previous formal and nationally recognised study, either individual subjects or whole qualifications, then you may be eligible for credit transfers.

Your previous study could count towards your qualification, meaning you can complete your qualification in less time, and at a decreased cost.

For more information, feel free to contact us!

RPL recognises that you may be competent in an area of study or in a subject, regardless of how, when or where you learned it.

You may have learned through previous experience (maybe a supervisor taught you on the job); or through previous study that wasn’t nationally recognised (maybe you have done a short course, or an equivalent course overseas, etc.).

The fact is, if you already have the knowledge and skills (it doesn’t matter how), and, if you satisfy the required criteria, can provide evidence and can demonstrate competence, then you should be able to receive RPL.

Through RPL, you may be awarded a Statement of Attainment for individual or multiple units, or you may be able to get RPL for an entire qualification.

If you would like to discuss your personal circumstances and enquire further about RPL or Credit Transfers, please contact us or check out our website. We are here to help you in any way possible, and we are always open for questions.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Study investment

Your course investment is one of the key investments you can make for your career and future.

We give you a range of flexible options to make LIS vocational education as accessible and easy as possible:

• Full up-front payment by an employer or other company, agency or organisation.

• Payment plans of one unit/subject per month, payable over the course of your study.

• VET FEE-HELP for CUL50111 Diploma of Library and Information Services is available through our partner, Australis College (RTO 31518) as the issuing Registered Training Organisation.

For information on your study investment, and all the current costs, please go to our website www.ltsa.edu.au and follow the links.

Firstly, feel free to contact us with any questions you might have, or discuss your individual circumstances. You can also check out our FAQs at www.ltsa.edu.au/FAQ/

Apply online at www.ltsa.edu.au or contact us on 1300 17 15 60 or by email at [email protected] and we will send you a link to our application form.

“Tell me and I forget, teach

me and I may remember, involve me

and I learn.”> Benjamin Franklin

Contact us to apply!

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See our website www.ltsa.edu.au for more about us, including:• Detailed course information• Our newsletter• Our blog• Resources• FAQs

We look forward to being partners in your

LIS education, and helping you write your

next chapter of your career!

@LTSAustralia

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