For Candidates

Welcome to an exciting opportunity for you to:

  • Learn new knowledge and skills
  • Demonstrate your competence in library services
  • Receive recognition for your skills and knowledge
  • Have certification that is recognized across the country
  • Increase your confidence in your own ability

In this section of the website you will find all the information you need to get started as a candidate for Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC) including eligibility, a link to the candidate application form to become a candidate, and how you will demonstrate achievement of the competency sets through taking approved courses or submitting a portfolio. You will also find information on our candidate renewal policy.


Course Subsidy Application
available now!

Please email completed Course Subsidy Application to Jamie Bragg by September 15, 2010, subject line “Course Subsidy Application.”

For questions about the course subsidies, visit the Course Subsidy Application FAQ, or contact LSSC staff at lssc@ala.org.


Candidate application available now!

Instructions on what to do after you have completed the application and how to develop your Candidate Application Record (CAR).