Hi all –

If you are looking for some summer library training, here are some self-paced options available on Niche Academy. Sign up for free with your email address. Great for new library staff or if you need a refresher!

Core Competencies for Tennessee Library Staff (10 State CE Hours)

Core Competencies covers 28 topics that are essential to all library workers. Modules include training on technology, customer service, operations, and programs specific to public libraries. Core Competencies are a perfect choice for onboarding new employees or assessing the knowledge of current staff. More seasoned professionals may find it valuable to review important aspects of public librarianship. The self-paced module format provides flexibility for users to complete the training as their schedule allows.

Start Core Competencies at https://my.nicheacademy.com/corecompetencies

TEL Academy (8 State CE Hours)**

TEL Academy is an online training course for librarians to learn more about the Tennessee Electronic Library (TEL). The training content covers a range of topics and databases. The goal of TEL Academy is to make you more familiar with TEL so you can help your patrons, students, and teachers find the "right" database or information for their learning needs.

Start TEL Academy at https://my.nicheacademy.com/teltutorials

TN Youth Services Basics (4 State CE Hours)

This course is designed as an introduction to library services for public library staff working with youth. Whether you are already working in a library or just starting out in a new youth services position, this content will help you consider why library services focusing specifically on youth are important, how to collect appropriate materials, the types of services and programs you can provide to your patrons, and the importance of outreach services.

Start TN Youth Services Basics at https://my.nicheacademy.com/tn_youth_services_basics

**TEL Academy’s certificate is a little funky – working on getting it fixed!

Andrea Zielke

TEL Administrator

Tennessee Electronic Library

Tennessee State Library and Archives

Office of Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett

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Nashville, TN 37219

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