Approachability and Attitude

A woman behind a library circulation desk with a welcoming smile

Part 2 of  the 4-part Getting Started with Library Customer Service self paced course. After completing this module, you’ll be able to: Be able to identify concrete behaviors that indicate approachability and interest to library patrons Understand how your attitude can make or break an interaction

Privacy, Confidentiality, and Intellectual Freedom

The statue of liberty

Part 1 of  the 4-part Getting Started with Library Customer Service self paced course. After completing this module, you’ll be able to: Assist patrons without questioning reasons for needing materials or information. Assist patrons without communicating negative judgments about the patron or the request. Protect the confidentiality of all patron records and requests. Refer to … Read more

Getting Started with Library Customer Service

Picture of a young man with the name Marcus underneath

In this self-directed course, learners will gain a beginning-level understanding of customer service in the library setting. This training addresses competencies within the Communication, Customer Service, and Ethics & Values sections of the Competency Index for the Library Field. Welcome to Getting Started with Library Customer Service! In this course, you’ll follow along with library … Read more