AASL Education & Careers

Career development and continuing education resources for those in or seeking to enter the school library media field.

bullet point Online Continuing Education
AASL offers professional development opportunities in a variety of digital, multi-media formats.

bullet point Professional Learning Communities
Full of new, interactive features, AASL’s Professional Learning Communities aim to make it easier for members to network, learn, and conduct the business of the Association. Explore the Teaching for Learning Community, which focuses on assessment of student learning.

bullet point Licensed Institutes
Looking for an educational workshop to offer school library media specialists in your district or state? AASL is pleased to offer the first in a series of AASL Licensed Institutes--workshops available for nationwide use throughout the profession.

bullet point School Library Media Education Programs
Nationally recognized NCATE-AASL reviewed and approved school library media education programs as well as LIS programs accredited by ALA.

bullet point School Librarianship as a Career
A bibliography of useful resources about becoming a school library media specialist.

bullet point Conferences & Events
Information about the AASL National Conference, other continuing education events, a conference archive and sponsorship opportunities.

bullet point Calendar of Events
Calendar of conferences and other continuing education events presented by AASL and its state and regional affiliated organizations.

bullet point National Board Certification
Information about the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards' (NBPTS) certification in the area of Library Media.