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 with a sound theoretical knowledge base in library and information services, who use a range of specialised technical competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate their own work or the work of a team. They may help people locate information, undertake research, as well as analyse and communicate information, ideas and concepts at a complex level. They may provide leadership and guidance to others and have some responsibility for the output of others. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Library Technician and Research Assistant.
To meet accreditation requirements for the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) as a Library Technician, the candidate must have completed at least 70 hours of work placement as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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Financial help
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Government funding is not available for this course.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
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On-the-job training
- Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.
This traineeship is available:
This course has 70 mandatory work placement hours.
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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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:
30 months - Qualification only:
1–2 years
- Through traineeship:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
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 |
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| Consolidate and maintain library industry knowledge | Core |
| Extend own information literacy skills to locate information | Core |
| Identify and resolve client ICT problems | Core |
| Monitor compliance with copyright and licence requirements | Core |
| Analyse data | Elective |
| Apply digital solutions to work processes | Elective |
| Contribute to collection management | Elective |
| Contribute to records management framework | Elective |
| Contribute to records retention and disposal schedule | Elective |
| Coordinate data management | Elective |
| Deliver and monitor a service to customers | Elective |
| Develop administrative systems | Elective |
| Develop and promote library activities, events and public programs | Elective |
| Develop community and stakeholder relationships in a library environment | Elective |
| Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs | Elective |
| Implement customer service strategies | Elective |
| Implement information and knowledge management systems | Elective |
| Implement lending and borrowing processes for collections | Elective |
| Implement preventive conservation activities | Elective |
| Initiate and lead applied research | Elective |
| Lead team effectiveness | Elective |
| Maintain digital repositories | Elective |
| Make presentations | Elective |
| Manage collection maintenance and preservation procedures | Elective |
| Manage knowledge and information | Elective |
| Manage personal and professional development | Elective |
| Monitor business records systems | Elective |
| Obtain information from external and networked sources | Elective |
| Participate in archiving activities | Elective |
| Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning | Elective |
| Promote literature and reading | Elective |
| Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices | Elective |
| Provide subject access and classify material | Elective |
| Provide work skill instruction | Elective |
| Research and analyse information to meet library customer needs | Elective |
| Review and maintain organisation's digital presence | Elective |
| Search library and information databases | Elective |
| Undertake cataloguing activities | Elective |
| Undertake project work | Elective |
| Use advanced functions of integrated library management systems | Elective |
| Write complex documents | Elective |
Job prospects
The Diploma of Library and Information Services sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Librarian
ANZSCO 224611
Organise books, catalogue resources and manage library services.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Gallery and Museum Technician
ANZSCO 399311
Gallery or Museum Technicians prepare artworks, specimens and artefacts for collections, and arrange and construct gallery or museum exhibits.
Recommended education level:
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree -
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
Training providers delivering Diploma of 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.
This course has a mandatory work placement. Skills Assure Suppliers help you to arrange a work placement. This service may not be available through other training providers.
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TAFE QUEENSLAND (RTO code 0275)
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Swinburne University of Technology (RTO code 3059)
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TAFE NSW (RTO code 90003)
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TAFE SA (RTO code 41026)
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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.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.