Looking for more quality continuing education? We hear you! Here is the tentative 2020/2021 schedule.
- Online Courses: asynchronous instructor-led online courses; four weeks long, unless noted otherwise
- Webinars: one-hour long, free online meetings, usually noon-1pm Pacific time; all are recorded and archived for later access
- LSSC: courses marked as "LSSC" are approved by ALA for the Library Support Staff Certification Program
To stay current with new offerings as they are added, you can subscribe to the IFP Training list or subscribe to our training feed. You can also download and browse through this learning catalog for a comprehensive look at our online course offerings. See the Past Online Training page for previously-offered online courses.
September 2020
Online Courses
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Action in the Workplace - Instructor: Kimberly Crowder
- Communication is More Than Words (LSSC) - Instructor: Cheryl Gould
- Children's Services Fundamentals (LSSC) - Instructor: Penny Peck
- Basic Cataloging and Classification (LSSC) - Instructor: Xiaoli Li
- Creating Virtual Programs for Adults - Instructor: Janie Hermann
Webinars
- Towards a Mindful Practice in Library Work - Presenter(s): Mimosa Shah and Beck Tench
October 2020
Online Courses
- Foundations of Library Services (LSSC) - Instructor: Stephanie Chase
- Emerging Technologies: Identify, Evaluate, and Recommend the Best New Technologies for Library Services - Instructor: Nicole Hennig
Webinars
- EDI and RA: Collection Development
- How to be More Inclusive in Your Readers’ Advisory Work - Presenter(s): Laurel Johnson and Allyson Coan
November 2020
Online Courses
- Cultivating Younger Library Supporters - Instructors: Madeline Jarvis, Kathy Kosinski, and Tess Wilson
- Change Management in Uncertain Times - Instructor: Lynn Hoffman
- Providing Trauma-Informed Services in Small and Rural Libraries - Instructor: Tiffany Russell
- Video Creation and Editing: An Introduction for Public Library Programming Staff - Instructor: Carly Lamphere
- Preparing and Implementing EDI Training in Your Library - Instructors: Laurel Johnson Dooley and Allyson Coan
Webinars
- Outreach Outside the Box - Presenter(s): Liz Mc Chesney,Marisa Conner, Sue Abrahamson, Amy Twito
- ADA Compliance Wins for Digital Library Spaces - Presenter(s): Elle Noe
December 2020
Webinars
- Free Online Tools That Are Unique, Fun and Inspiring - Presenter(s): Laura Solomon
- Tech Time with Purpose: A Creative Approach to Using Digital Devices with Young Children - Presenter(s): Michelle Randall
January 2021
Online Courses
- Basic Cataloging and Classification (LSSC) - Instructor: Xiaoli Li
- CORE Reference Fundamentals (LSSC, 6-wk course) - Instructor: Francisca Goldsmith
- Designing Effective Online Learning Experiences for Young Children - Instructor: Geri Smith
- Creating Fantastic Library Displays (2-wk course) - Instructor: Valerie Colston
Webinars
- Trendspotting
- How to Communicate Library Value in Grant Proposals and Funding Requests
- Winning Library Grants: Shortcuts and Strategies for Success - Presenter(s): Stephanie Gerding
February 2021
Online Courses
- Creating Virtual Programs for Adults - Instructor: Janie Hermann
- Cultural Humility in Public Libraries: Colleagues & Customers - Instructor: Xan Goodman
- Video Creation and Editing: An Introduction for Public Library Programming Staff - Instructor: Carly Lamphere
- Support Young People's Social Emotional Learning - Instructors: Jennifer Brady & Belinda Passafaro
- Teen Services Fundamentals (LSSC) - Instructor: Sarah Flowers
- Library Data Privacy Fundamentals - Instructor: Becky Yoose
Webinars
- Vocational Awe and Librarianship: Loving Yourself Is Not a Crime - Presenter(s): Fobazi M. Ettarh
March 2021
Online Courses
- Library Supervision and Management - Instructor: Heidi Dolamore
- Facilitating Community Conversations - Instructor: Courtney Breese
- Inclusive Data: Why It Matters to Underrepresented Groups and How Public Libraries Can Help - Instructor: Maria Garrido and Chris Rothschild
Webinars
- Evaluation: The Key to Maximizing the Success of Library Programs - Presenter(s): Rebecca Teasdale, Linda Hofschire, Lisa Dale, Elizabeth Gray, Andrea Hilliard, Madelyn Horton
April 2021
Online Courses
- Introduction to Asset-Based Community Development - Instructor: April Doner
- All Work Is Team Work (LSSC) - Instructor: Cheryl Gould
- Cultivating Civility - Instructors: Jo Henry, Joe Eshleman, Richard Moniz
Webinars
- Book Clubs for Neurodivergent Adults
- Using Volunteers Strategically in Response to COVID-19
- Developing a Culture of Risk-Taking/Experimentation
May 2021
Online Courses
- Technology in Libraries (LSSC, 6-wk course) - Instructor: Diana Silveira
- Developing Partnerships to Provide Social Services - Instructors: Tara Bannon and Sonia Falcon
- Capturing Outcomes of In-Person and Virtual Library Programming - Instructor: Amy Koester
- Podcasting
Webinars
- Legal Issues Related to Immigration and Libraries
June 2021
Online Courses
- Social Justice and Public Libraries - Instructor: Chantel Walker
- Online Privacy and Security: Best Practices for You and Your Library Users - Instructor: Nicole Hennig
- Library/Museum Partnerships
- Disaster Preparedness and Response
Webinars
- Conflict Management/De-escalation