Program Overview

Library Technician Post Diploma Certificate

Course Information

Fall 2026 Course - LIBT 383: Diversity in the Workplace

• Dates: September 14 - November 6, 2026
• CRN: 91299
• Format: Online asynchronous
• Credits: 2
• Instructor: Toby Willis-Camp

Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Library Technician Post-Diploma certificate program, or permission of department.

This course will examine discrimination, bias, and social diversity in the context of Libraries and Information Centres. Students will explore the various elements contributing to the methods that Library Technicians can adopt to confront discrimination and work productively with diversity while enhancing client service excellence.

Program Overview

The Library Technician Post-Diploma Certificate program is designed to meet the needs of working library technicians who have completed a diploma and wish to pursue career-enhancing opportunities. It is a part-time online program tailored for library technicians seeking continuing education that directly addresses professional issues. All courses are offered over an 8-week online format, providing flexibility for students to arrange their study time around existing work commitments.

Features

• Credential: Other
• Duration: 2 years
• Format: Online, Part-time
• Start Dates: January, September, May
• Location: Online

Program Curriculum

Currently, there are five courses available that can be completed in any order. Each course carries a value of 2 academic credits:

• LIBT 380: Emergent Library Technologies
• LIBT 381: Leadership for Library Technicians
• LIBT 382: Promotional Planning for Library Technicians
• LIBT 383: Diversity in the Workplace
• LIBT 385: Information Rights: Privacy and Freedom

Individuals are encouraged to refer to the UFV Academic Calendar for detailed course outlines.

Career Expectations

In British Columbia, library technicians typically find employment in various sectors, including information and cultural industries, elementary and secondary schools, universities, and community colleges. The employment outlook for library technicians remains positive, characterized by low unemployment levels. Significant job growth is anticipated due to a projected number of retirements; notably, 22% of current library technicians are over the age of 55.

Entrance Requirements

1. Completion of UFV's two-year Library and Information Technology diploma, or a two-year library technician diploma from a recognized institution compliant with the Canadian Library Association Guidelines for the Education of Library Technicians.
2. Applicants must meet the English language proficiency requirement at the Degree/diploma level. Details regarding satisfaction of this requirement can be found in the appropriate section of the academic calendar.