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About the Certification Program and Update!
About The Montana Certification Program For Library Directors, Staff, and Trustees
Goals Of The Certification Program
A Quick Look At The 2009 Program Changes
Library Competencies
Responsibilities of MSL, Library Directors, and Boards
Role Of Montana State Library
Role Of Library Directors
Role Of The Library Board
Becoming Certified
Who Should Become Certified?
Public Library Directors Must Be Certified
Requirements For Certification Tracks And Specializations
Voluntary Trustee Certification Track
Earning Continuing Education Credits
Continuing Education Credits: What Counts, What Doesn’t?
How To Earn Continuing Education Credits
Training And Learning Opportunities
Which Continuing Education Category Is Right?
For College Coursework– Including MLS/MLIS Degrees
For Continuing Education Credits For Presenting Workshops
Keeping Track Of Continuing Education Credits
Applying for Certification
How To Apply For Certification
Forms
Continuing Education Contact

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