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Certificate IV in Library and Information Services


 National Code: BSB40720
 TAFE SA Code: TP01234


2025 start

Description

In this nationally recognised Certificate IV in Library and Information Services qualification, you will gain the knowledge and skills required to work in libraries and be familiar with the technologies and processes utilised within that industry.

Through a mix of theory and practical coursework you will learn to search library databases, use cataloguing tools and develop the skills to interact with a wide range of library customers.

Your studies could lead to employment in the public, university, special (law, health) or school library sectors ; or more broadly, into roles that support art galleries, museums and other information management areas.
Your lecturers are library professionals with strong connections to South Australian libraries and remain up-to-date with industry best practice.

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12 months 

Full Time or Part Time equivalent

Library Technician
Library Technician
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Locations & Applications

Campus / Location
Code
Study Mode
Study Load
Scheduled
Virtual Classroom

701019

Virtual Classroom Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Full & Part Time Full & Part Time Full & Part Time
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Adelaide City

701020

Blended Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Full & Part Time Full & Part Time Full & Part Time
Day Only
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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • No course admission requirements
If there are more applications for this course than places available, applicants will be ranked by date of application to this course.

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Entry Recommendations
You will need:

  • Computer skills to be able to navigate and use online content
  • To be interested in working with people
  • To have good communication skills

Attendance Requirements (subject to change)

  • This course is either a blend of virtual online classes or face to face classes.
  • You are encouraged to attend all scheduled classes at locations and times outlined in your information session.
  • Class times and days vary each Semester and will be advised prior to your first attendance.
  • We recommend undertaking two units of competency each term (equating to approximately 5-10 hours of study per week).

Additional Uniforms, Equipment and Costs
You will need access to a computer and the internet.

Vocational Placements
You will be offered a vocational placement of 70 hours to gain experience in the Library and Information Services sector. If you accept the offer of vocation placement you will need a Working with Children check and a National Police check for your Vocational Placement.

Fees

Average cost per semester
Total Fees for the 12 month course
Full Fee
$2,351
$4,702

Fees vary depending on subjects you enrol into. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary. Fee updates will be available prior to offers being made.

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    Upfront Payment

    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    Payment Plan

    If you have difficulty paying your fees upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Possible job roles include library assistant. Students who wish to be a library technician will need to continue study at Diploma level.

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate IV in Library and Information Services (BSB40720)
    This course includes skills in customer service, copyright, teamwork, multimedia, industry knowledge and workplace safety. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 5 core units and 9 elective units.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Assist customers to access information 40
    Assist with maintaining workplace safety 40
    Consolidate and maintain library industry knowledge 60
    Implement customer service strategies 40
    Search library and information databases 30

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply communication strategies in the workplace 50
    Develop and promote library activities, events and public programs 60
    Identify and resolve client ICT problems 40
    Obtain information from external and networked sources 20
    Participate in cataloguing activities 40
    Promote literature and reading 50
    Provide information from and about records 20
    Use integrated library management systems 30
    Write simple documents 30

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Certificate IV in Library and Information Services
TP01234
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