Algonquin College
Library and Information Technician
| School: | Algonquin College |
| Faculty: | School of Wellness, Public Safety & Community Studies |
| Degree: | Diploma |
| Field of Study: | Library Assistant/Technician
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| Description: | The two-year Library and Information Technician Ontario College Diploma program provides you with a broad range of knowledge and experiences for the library and information management field.
This unique program teaches skills that deal with both technical and public service considerations. Technical services involve manual and automated operations related to collecting, processing and organizing material. Public services involve assisting or teaching clients in finding or using information resources.
An emphasis on exposing students to the latest technologies, trends and developments in the library and information field enables students to graduate job-ready. |
| URL: | Library and Information Technician at Algonquin College |
| Course Based: | Yes |
| Length: | 2 Year(s) |
| Cost per year:* |
Information on tuition and fees can be found on the Algonquin College website. |
| Scholarships: | 8 |
| Prerequisites:* | These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Applicants are required to have:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or Mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission; OR
- Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR
- General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR
- Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee of $50 (subject to change) will be charged.
Applicants are also required to have English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.
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| Test Scores: | - International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 88]
International applicants must have an IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT) Overall 88, with a minimum of 22 in each component: Reading 22; Listening 22; Speaking 22; Writing 22. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: |
Word processing and Windows Operating System skills are recommended prior to beginning the program.
Information on requirements can be found aton the Algonquin College website.
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* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.