Certificate III in Library and Information Services

BSB30420

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use a broad range of skills and knowledge in a wide variety of environments. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Library Assistant.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Start (general)
      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This traineeship is available:

    • Library and Information Services Assistant Level III

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through traineeship:
      18 months
    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Assist with maintaining workplace safety Core
Deliver and monitor a service to customers Core
Develop and apply knowledge of information and cultural services organisations Core
Develop and use information literacy skills Core
Use business software applications Core
Work in a team Core
Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment Elective
Assist with circulation services Elective
Assist with the staging of public activities or events Elective
Control records Elective
Develop web presence using social media Elective
Digitise images for reproduction Elective
Engage in workplace communication Elective
Handle receipt and dispatch of information Elective
Maintain business records Elective
Organise personal work priorities Elective
Organise workplace information Elective
Participate in cataloguing activities Elective
Process and maintain information resources Elective
Process and maintain workplace information Elective
Process customer complaints Elective
Provide multimedia support Elective
Record stakeholder interactions Elective
Respond to the service needs of customers and clients with disability Elective
Retrieve information from records Elective
Search library and information databases Elective
Securely manage personally identifiable information and workplace information Elective
Use inclusive work practices Elective
Use knowledge management systems Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Library and Information Services sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Librarian

    ANZSCO 224611

    Organise books, catalogue resources and manage library services.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Library Technician

    ANZSCO 399312

    Library Technicians assist Librarians and other information managers in organising and operating systems for handling recorded material and files.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Gallery and Museum Guide

    ANZSCO 451411

    Gallery or Museum Guides answer inquiries and direct and guide visitors in galleries or museums.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

  • Library Assistant

    ANZSCO 599711

    Library Assistants issue, receive and shelve library items and maintain associated records.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Library and Information Services

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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