Professional Certificate in Library Science and Digital Records

Description

Course Name: Professional Certificate in Library Science and Digital Records

Course Id: PCLSDR/Q1001.

Eligibility: 10th Grade (high School) or Equivalent.

Duration: Three Months.

Objective: A Professional Certificate in Library Science and Digital Records is a short-term professional course designed to introduce individuals to the fundamental concepts and practical skills required to manage library resources, information systems, and related services. The course prepares participants to work in various library and information settings, including public libraries, academic libraries, corporate information centers, and archives.

 How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:

 Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.

 Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.

 Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.

 Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.

 Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.

 Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.

 Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.

 Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.

 Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.

Online Examination Detail:

Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.

Marking System:
S.No.	No. of Questions			Marks Each Question		Total Marks
1	10			5		50
2	5			4		20
3	5			3		15
4	5			2		10
5	5			1		5
	30					100
How Students will be Graded:
S.No.		Marks	Grade
1		91-100	O (Outstanding)
2		81-90	A+ (Excellent)
3		71-80	A (Very Good)
4		61-70	B (Good)
5		51-60	C (Average)
6		40-50	P (Pass)
7		0-40	F (Fail)

 Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:

 Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.

 Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.

 Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.

 Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.

 Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.

 Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.

Syllabus

Introduction to Library and Information Science: Definition, scope, and importance of library science, History and development of libraries, Types of libraries (academic, public, special, digital), Library services and their functions, Role of libraries in education and research, Library ethics and professional responsibilities, Information literacy and user education, Legal and ethical issues in library management, Impact of digital technology on libraries, Emerging trends in library science.

Library Classification and Cataloging: Principles of library classification, Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), Universal Decimal Classification (UDC), Library of Congress Classification (LCC), Subject classification and indexing, Principles of cataloging, Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2), Resource Description and Access (RDA), MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) format, Role of metadata in library management.

Library Management and Administration: Principles of library management, Library governance and policies, Budgeting and financial management, Human resource management in libraries, Library automation and digitalization, Collection development and management, User services and public relations, Library security and preservation policies, Disaster management in libraries, Evaluation and assessment of library services.

Information Sources and Services: Types of information sources (primary, secondary, tertiary), Print vs. digital information sources, Reference sources (dictionaries, encyclopedias, bibliographies), Online databases and search strategies, Open access resources and institutional repositories, Information retrieval systems, Reference and information services, User needs assessment, Bibliographic services and citation tools, Current trends in information services.

Digital Libraries and E-Resources: Concept of digital libraries, Digital library software (D-Space, Greenstone, Koha), Open-source vs. proprietary library software, Electronic resources (e-books, e-journals, e-theses), Institutional repositories and archives, Digitization of library collections, Open Access Initiatives (OAI, DOAJ, Open DOAR), Licensing and copyright of e-resources, Digital preservation strategies, Challenges in managing digital libraries.

Information Storage and Retrieval Systems: Basics of information storage and retrieval (ISR), Indexing and abstracting techniques, Boolean search and retrieval models, Search engines and database management, Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), Artificial intelligence in information retrieval, Machine learning in library search systems, Information retrieval standards and protocols, Relevance ranking and search optimization, Evaluation of retrieval effectiveness.

After successful completion of the Certificate in Library and Information Science program, graduates are equipped with essential skills in library organization, information management, cataloging, digital archiving, and use of library automation software. This opens up career opportunities in schools, colleges, universities, public libraries, research institutions, digital libraries, corporate offices, and government departments.

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🎓 Career Options After Professional Certificate in Library Science and Digital Records

1. Library Assistant / Library Clerk

• Role: Assist in book circulation, shelving, catalog maintenance, and user support.

• Salary Range: ₹2 – ₹3.5 LPA

2. Library Technician

• Role: Maintain library equipment and databases, manage digital records, and assist with automation tools.

• Salary Range: ₹2.5 – ₹4 LPA

3. School Librarian (Primary or Secondary School)

• Role: Manage book lending, organize reading activities, and maintain library discipline.

• Salary Range: ₹2 – ₹4.5 LPA

4. Digital Library Assistant

• Role: Assist in managing e-resources, digital collections, scanning, and indexing digital content.

• Salary Range: ₹2.5 – ₹5 LPA

5. Cataloguing and Classification Executive

• Role: Classify and catalog books using systems like Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) or UDC.

• Salary Range: ₹3 – ₹5 LPA

6. Information Assistant

• Role: Support students, researchers, and faculty in locating and accessing information resources.

• Salary Range: ₹3 – ₹5.5 LPA

7. Documentation Officer

• Role: Handle the documentation of official and archival materials in corporate or government offices.

• Salary Range: ₹3 – ₹6 LPA

8. Library Software Operator

• Role: Operate library management systems such as Koha, SOUL, or LibSys and manage OPAC.

• Salary Range: ₹3 – ₹6.5 LPA

9. Archivist (Entry-Level)

• Role: Manage, preserve, and restore historical records and digital archives.

• Salary Range: ₹3.5 – ₹6.5 LPA

10. Library Consultant (Freelance)

• Role: Set up libraries, digitize collections, or train staff in institutions or startups.

• Earning Potential: ₹25,000 – ₹1 lakh/month (freelance)

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🧠 Key Skills Acquired

• Library classification and cataloging

• Library automation software (Koha, SOUL, etc.)

• Use of OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog)

• Digital archiving and metadata management

• Indexing, referencing, and bibliography preparation

• Preservation of manuscripts and documents

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🏛️ Sectors & Employers Hiring

• Government libraries (Public & District Libraries)

• Schools (CBSE, ICSE, State Board)

• Colleges and Universities (Private and Government)

• Research Institutes (ICMR, CSIR, DRDO, ISRO)

• Digital content platforms (online libraries, EdTech firms)

• Law firms, NGOs, and corporate offices

• Museums and Archival Institutions

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📈 Career Growth Path