Library Assistant Certificate of Recognition
The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) recognizes the earner of this badge as meeting the primary requirement for the position of Library Assistant. The earner of this badge understands basic library management, school library policies within the CBE and is familiar with a variety of strategies, resources and procedures that support working in a school library or learning commons.
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- Level Foundational
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Completing the Library Assistant Certificate of Recognition requires 27 instructor-led hours and a minimum of 30 hours of independent study.
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The Library Assistant's job is to interact with students and staff. The presentation serves as a platform to hone public speaking skills in a secure environment. Participants deliver a speech on a library-related topic of their choice. The ability to convey information concisely is highly valued. This is a crucial step towards preparing for a career in a school. The course comprises weekly assignments and one library visit where learners are required to submit a report on their observations.