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Diploma of Library and Information Services

BSB50520
Business & adminDiplomaNationally recognised
Level 5AQF level
16Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
6Training providers
Oct 2020Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (BSB50520, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Diploma; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Library TechnicianSmall Museum or Gallery ManagerCultural Centre Director
Industries
LibrariesMuseums
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for BSB50520 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 16 units: 4 core plus 12 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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BSBCMM411Make presentations
BSBDAT501Analyse data
BSBINS403Obtain information from external and networked sources
BSBINS404Search library and information databases
BSBINS407Consolidate and maintain library industry knowledge
BSBINS501Implement information and knowledge management systems
BSBINS502Coordinate data management
BSBINS503Monitor compliance with copyright and licence requirements
BSBINS504Maintain digital repositories
BSBINS505Provide subject access and classify material
BSBINS506Implement lending and borrowing processes for collections
BSBINS507Use advanced functions of integrated library management systems
BSBINS508Research and analyse information to meet library customer needs
BSBINS509Promote literature and reading
BSBINS510Develop community and stakeholder relationships in a library environment
BSBINS511Develop and promote library activities, events and public programs
BSBINS512Monitor business records systems
BSBINS513Contribute to records management framework
BSBINS514Contribute to records retention and disposal schedule
BSBINS515Participate in archiving activities
BSBINS516Undertake cataloguing activities
BSBINS601Manage knowledge and information
BSBINS602Extend own information literacy skills to locate information
BSBINS603Initiate and lead applied research
BSBINS604Contribute to collection management
BSBLDR414Lead team effectiveness
BSBOPS304Deliver and monitor a service to customers
BSBOPS404Implement customer service strategies
BSBOPS503Develop administrative systems
BSBPEF501Manage personal and professional development
BSBPMG430Undertake project work
BSBTEC403Apply digital solutions to work processes
BSBTEC405Review and maintain organisation's digital presence
BSBWHS411Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs
BSBWRT411Write complex documents
BSBXCS402Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
CUACNM601Manage collection maintenance and preservation procedures
CUAPRE401Implement preventive conservation activities
ICTSAS432Identify and resolve client ICT problems
TAEDEL301Provide work skill instruction
TAEDEL401Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the BSB50520 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

6 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

Box Hill InstituteBased in VIC · Registered since 1995→
Chisholm InstituteBased in VIC · Registered since 1998→
North Metropolitan TAFEBased in WA · Registered since 2016→
TAFE NSWBased in NSW · Registered since 1999→
TAFE QueenslandBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→
TAFE SABased in SA · Registered since 2014→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.