Library Technical Assistant
Specialized Diploma

Why Pursue Library Assistant Training at NCC?

Become a steward of the multifaceted world of books, journals, digital resources and multimedia productions through the Library Technical Assistant Specialized Diploma at Northampton Community College (NCC). In just one semester of fully online learning, you can develop practical skills through hands-on experience with acquisitions, cataloging, electronic formats, children’s services and more.

100% Online Learning

NCC offers a fully online route for you to become a librarian assistant! Our convenient, flexible program structure allows you to advance your career while you maintain your preexisting work and family responsibilities.

A Career-Oriented Program

Prepare to work in libraries and information centers through hands-on experiences in the library technician program. Build job-ready skills as you conduct digital research, visit local libraries and dive into decades of print resources. In addition to your coursework, you can access job search, résumé writing and interview preparation resources using NCC’s Career Services.

What You’ll Learn

Gain technical, interpersonal and literary skills. NCC’s online library assistant program equips you to utilize digital, print and multimedia information resources, design and implement services for children and special populations, and manage and update catalogs. You’ll go on to work in technologically advanced media centers, small public libraries and everything in between.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Here at NCC, we keep costs low and return on investment high for students. The online library assistant training program’s affordable tuition fees are further balanced with scholarship opportunities—we have one of the largest scholarship programs in Pennsylvania!