South Central Kansas Library System (SCKLS)
Home MenuContinuing Education
Training offered on a variety of topics—live and recorded—for professional learning
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Training Calendar of EventsView and register for upcoming events |
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Training Videos and HandoutsAccess recordings and learning resources |
Who benefits from SCKLS continuing education?
SCKLS member libraries' staff and public library board members can attend and participate.
- New librarians and staff can request a SCKLS orientation from the Training Specialist.
- The SCKLS Director provides Public Governance and Funding training to public library board groups upon request.
- Library staff can receive additional training from SCKLS staff who have areas of expertise. Contact the Training Specialist at least 60 days prior to date needed.
What other resources are available?
| Continuing Education Reimbursement Grants SCKLS supports other library-specific learning opportunities with this grant. Read the CE Reimbursement Grant Guidelines to learn more. |
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| Library Staff and Board Professional Development Grant SCKLS offers this matching grant to support staff and board annual professional development. Read the Library Staff and Board Professional Development Grant Guidelines to learn more. |
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| Professional Collection Borrow professional books and materials. Contact us to borrow from our collection or to access materials through interlibrary loan. |
What are my responsibilities as a member of SCKLS?
SCKLS encourages library staff and public library board members to request and participate in continuing education activities offered through SCKLS from and other organizations. Library employees are encouraged to:
- Designate paid time for library learning at work with supervisor approval.
- Join the SCKLS email group to be kept abreast of training opportunities.
- Maintain up-to-date contact information on the SCKLS online directory.
What is SCKLS commitment to you?
| SCKLS fosters a culture of continuous learning. SCKLS monitors the continuing education needs of member libraries and, when appropriate, develops programs to meet those needs. |