Mesa Community College

Career Profile

Library Information Studies graduates find careers as paraprofessionals in libraries and information organizations. Graduates currently working in libraries are able to apply their upgraded skills and enhanced knowledge of information systems and the technical aspects of libraries.

Library technicians typically advance by assuming added responsibilities. Some library technicians advance to supervisory positions and are in charge of the day-to-day operation of their departments or, sometimes, a small library. Library technicians who continue their education and earn a graduate degree in library science can become librarians.

Successful graduates:

• Work in a collaborative environment
• Demonstrate good spoken and written communication skills
• Exhibit attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrate good analytical and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate proficiency with various technologies

Available Associate Degrees and Certificates

Degree / Certificate	Title	Required Courses
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)	Library Information Technician	Required Courses
Certificate of Completion (CCL)	Library Information Technology: Advanced	Required Courses
Certificate of Completion (CCL)	Library Information Technician, Basic	Required Courses
Certificate of Completion (CCL)	Library Information Technology: Practitioners	Required Courses
Certificate of Completion (CCL)	Library Information Technology: School Library Media Center	Required Courses

Meet with an Advisor

Before signing up for classes, you’ll want to meet with an academic advisor. Together, you’ll lay out a program and career path that suits you best. This step is essential to your academic success, so don’t skip it, okay?

Advising for the Library Information Technology program is available through the Library department. You can also contact Advisement & Registration Services for general advising. Both will help you determine the exact courses you need to get the education you’re looking for.