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Certified Public Library Administrator Program

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Certified Library Administrator Program Standards

There are nine standards, of which seven must be fulfilled to complete the CPLA
certification. Click on the standard for a full description.

CORE (required)
Budget and Finance
Management of Technology
Organization and Personnel Administration
Planning and Management of Buildings

ELECTIVES (3 of 5 required)

Current Issues
Marketing
Fundraising/Grantsmanship
Politics and Networking
Serving Diverse Populations
WHY? Kara S. says, " The CPLA program seems like the logical next step in achieving my career goals. I have received both academic and real world training, (MLS from an accredited library school and various managerial library positions), but would love to be better prepared for my next desired position as a library director. I am hoping this certification will not only better prepare me for what lies ahead, but give me the edge to be the candidate that will be offered the position."
 

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