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Certificate III in Library and Information Services
National ID: BSB31215 | State ID: AZK2
Connect with people, engage with information and promote literacy and the value of libraries in the community
Our Certificate III will give you the skills and knowledge to assist in the organisation and operation of systems for handling recorded material - ultimately helping clients gain access to information.
This course, based at our Northbridge campus located alongside the State Library of Western Australia, has a strong customer service focus, and provides learning opportunities through practical hands-on activities, industry visits and guest speakers. Your lecturers in this course are library professionals, up-to-date with industry best practice and with strong connections with local library staff and organisations.
This is an ever growing and changing sector and is a vital component across various industries.
Gain these skills
- Library customer service, team work, and assisting with public activities and events
- Order, prepare, organise and promote library resources
- Use current software and social media, online catalogues and databases, multi-media and photography equipment
- Locating information
- An understanding of current library challenges and trends, including emerging technologies
Is this course right for me?
I have the following attributes:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Comfortable using technology
- Able to work as part of a team
Entrance Requirements
Important information
Job opportunities
Further study
How to apply
Entrance Requirements
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
Important information
Students studying part-time are advised to complete the qualification within 3 years. National changes to the qualification may result in additional studies.
Other costs for consideration:
- Text Books
- Stationery
Workplacements available upon completion of Certificate IV in Library and Information Services.
Job opportunities
Other job titles may include:
- Cultural Services Customer Service Officer
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
Further study
North Metropolitan TAFE offers you a range of further study opportunities, see below for a list of related courses.
How to apply
On campus (full-time)
To apply to study on campus (full-time) through TAFE Admissions please go to tasonline.tafe.wa.edu.au
Other study types
For all other study types eg part-time or online visit our Apply and Enrol page.
Apprenticeships and traineeships
To commence an apprenticeship or traineeship, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study, head to our Apprenticeships and traineeships page for more details.
International students
International students should contact www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au
Delivery location, important dates and study options
Semester 1, 2020
Perth (Northbridge) - On CampusDetails
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 1 semester/s |
| When | Semester 1, 2020 |
| Where | Perth (Northbridge) |
| How |
On campus |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the apply and enrol page for more information.
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 3 semester/s |
| When | Semester 1, 2020 |
| Where | Perth (Northbridge) |
| How |
Online |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the apply and enrol page for more information.
Semester 2, 2019
Perth (Northbridge) - On CampusDetails
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 1 semester/s |
| When | Semester 2, 2019 |
| Where | Perth (Northbridge) |
| How |
On campus |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the apply and enrol page for more information.
Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 6 months |
| When | Semester 2, 2019 |
| Where | Perth (Northbridge) |
| How |
Online |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the apply and enrol page for more information.
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Page last updated January 17, 2020