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Graduates of the Illinois Central College Library Assistant Program will be eligible for national certification by the American Library Association – Allied Professional Association. That certification is referred to as Library Support Staff Certification. The ALA-APA made this announcement after reviewing ICC’s program and finding the LSSC’s competency requirements are covered in the coursework.
The LSSC, which is becoming a standard for library professionals, shows employers in Illinois, as well as nationwide, that the graduates are serious about their work and future in the profession, says Lorelle Swader, ALA-APA director. “ICC graduates will be recognized for their skills and knowledge with this national certification,” she said.
To be considered for the LSSC certification, graduates must demonstrate library experience by assembling a portfolio of their work as well as completing an application process. Former graduates of the ICC program are also eligible for the certification.
Illinois Central College offers two Library Technical Assistant programs of study, the only such programs in downstate Illinois. One leads to an associate’s degree and the other leads to a certificate.
Graduates of the Illinois Central College Library Assistant Program will be eligible for national certification by the American Library Association – Allied Professional Association. That certification is referred to as Library Support Staff Certification. The ALA-APA made this announcement after reviewing ICC’s program and finding the LSSC’s competency requirements are covered in the coursework.
The LSSC, which is becoming a standard for library professionals, shows employers in Illinois, as well as nationwide, that the graduates are serious about their work and future in the profession, says Lorelle Swader, ALA-APA director. “ICC graduates will be recognized for their skills and knowledge with this national certification,” she said.
To be considered for the LSSC certification, graduates must demonstrate library experience by assembling a portfolio of their work as well as completing an application process. Former graduates of the ICC program are also eligible for the certification.
Illinois Central College offers two Library Technical Assistant programs of study, the only such programs in downstate Illinois. One leads to an associate’s degree and the other leads to a certificate.
