Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Library and Information Technology
| School: | Saskatchewan Polytechnic |
| Faculty: | School of Information and Communications Technology: Saskatoon Campus |
| Degree: | Diploma |
| Field of Study: | Library Science/Librarianship
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| Description: | Today’s library technologist is tech-savvy, socially engaged and passionate about life-long learning. It’s a great career for anyone interested in literacy, learning and innovation. Library techs are in demand—because libraries have become the go-to place for everything from traditional books to e-books, multi-media and online resources.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic's two-year Library and Information Technology diploma program has been developed in accordance with the Canadian Library Association Guidelines to address ongoing advances in technology and changing library user needs. Offered at our Saskatoon campus, the program prepares you to support librarians in any type of library—or to manage day-to-day operations on your own in a small library. |
| URL: | Library and Information Technology at Saskatchewan Polytechnic |
| Length: | 72 Week(s) |
| Careers: | ArchivistsLibrary TechniciansTechnical Occupations in Libraries, Archives, Museums and Art Galleries | |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 60 |
| 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 Grade 12 with a minimum 60% average in English Language Arts A30 and English Language Arts B30.
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| Test Scores: | - Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550] or CanTEST [min. 4.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 81]
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | Accepted applicants are required to provide evidence of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search during the first term of the program. At the discretion of the work experience agency/school, you may be declined access to a work experience based on the contents of the Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search. The cost of the Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search is your responsibility.
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* 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.