Continuing Education Requirements Flashcards
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How many competency sets must an LSSC candidate complete in total to earn certification?
Answer: Six
Candidates complete three required competency sets plus three electives, for six total.
Which of these is one of the three REQUIRED LSSC competency sets?
Answer: Foundations of Library Services
Foundations of Library Services, Communication and Teamwork, and Technology are the required sets.
How long does an LSSC candidate generally have to complete all certification requirements after being accepted?
Answer: Four years
ALA-APA allows candidates four years from acceptance to complete the program.
An LSSC candidate completes an ALA-APA approved course for a competency set. What does this accomplish?
Answer: It satisfies that competency set's requirement
Approved courses are one accepted pathway to meet a competency set.
Besides approved courses, what is another accepted pathway for meeting an LSSC competency set?
Answer: Submitting a portfolio demonstrating the competencies
Candidates may document prior learning and experience through a portfolio reviewed against the competencies.
Which item belongs in a strong professional development plan for a library support staff member?
Answer: Specific learning goals, target dates, and chosen training sources
Effective PD plans set measurable goals, timelines, and learning resources.
Which is an example of an LSSC ELECTIVE competency set?
Answer: Collection Management
Collection Management is one of the elective sets; the other three listed are required.