Continuing Education For Oklahoma Library Staff
The Oklahoma Department of Libraries and the Oklahoma Library Association believe that library staff must increase their skills & knowledge through Continuing Education. This upgrades the library profession, enriches the individual librarian, and promotes quality library service. On this page you will find the classes offered through the Public Library Academy as well as online classes and forms.
Public Library Academy
Spring Semester
Fall Semester
Continuing Education Board
The certification board oversees the certification process and the work of the Continuing Education Coordinator.
Current certification board members are:
Misty Crider
Western Plains Library System
Leslie Durham
Elgin Community Library
Leslie Langley
Southeastern Public Library System of Oklahoma
Cathy Van Hoy, ODL Certification Specialist
Wendy J Noerdlinger, Continuing Education Coordinator
*Two board spots are empty and ready to be filled. Email Wendy J Noerdlinger if you are interested in serving in this capacity.