Compare institutions offeringDiploma of Library and Information Services

The core units you complete will build the key skills needed to work in libraries or with large volumes of information. You'll learn about cataloguing and information management systems, maintaining a website, using digital and social media tools, and developing programs within a library setting. The electives you complete will depend on the institution you choose to study with.

Typically, entrance to a Diploma of Library and Information Services is based on successful completion of Year 12 or completion of a Certificate IV in Library and Information Services. Some institutions may set their own requirements for entry, which could include meeting set literacy and numeracy standards.

This course prepares you for a role as a Library Technician or Library Assistant in a range of settings including schools, TAFEs, universities, and public, state and national libraries. It's also a good starting point if you're looking at becoming a Librarian and would like some exposure to a career in library services.

The final cost of this course will depend on a number of factors including your personal circumstances, previous experience and unit selections. As a general guide, if you are eligible for a subsidised place, it's likely to cost between $4,000 and $7,000. Most TAFEs do offer a concession rate, in which case, you could pay as little as $1000. Alternatively, if you are required to pay a full fee, it could cost up to $17,000. To find the course price for you, it's best to contact the institution directly.