Bendigo

Librarian

A Librarian provides a range of services to patrons in a public library or specialist library facility. You’ll manage borrowing systems and assist people to process their loans. You might return books and other items to shelves and assist patrons to find items they need. Librarians maintain cataloguing systems and may organise events such as children’s story time sessions or special library displays.

Librarians should be highly organised and able to maintain library systems. You’ll need to enjoy working with library patrons and display strong customer service skills. Librarians should have strong communication skills and be confident working in a team environment. It’s important that you are passionate about books and enjoy sharing this with library patrons.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $84,656
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a librarian?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended
BSB50520

Diploma of Library and Information Services
Blended
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Curator Librarian
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Curator Librarian
BSB50420

Diploma of Leadership and Management
Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $6,068
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Team Leader Supervisor
Project Coordinator Assistant Manager General Manager Area Manager Presales Consultant Regional Manager Service Director Team Administrator Governance Coordinator Creative Entrepreneur ICT Project Manager Data Miner Product Specialist Digital Project Manager Corporate Services Manager Account Manager Senior Risk Manager Park Manager Information Officer Customer Service Officer Life Coach Sports Facility Manager Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager RTO Compliance Officer Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Innovation Coordinator Customer Success Manager Chief Innovation Officer Logistician Innovation Manager Event Planner Strata Manager Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Conservation Manager Venue Manager Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Planning Officer Social Media Strategist Cellar Door Manager Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Radio Producer Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Customer Experience Manager Innovation Strategist Operations Officer Customer Service Manager Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Sales Analyst High Performance Coach Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Local Government Customer Service Assistant Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Council Member Bakery Manager Clinical Coder Grip Gaffer Driller Drilling Supervisor Service Manager Helicopter Pilot Flying Instructor Concreter Parts Manager Steel Fixer Executive Housekeeper Surveyor Assistant Plant Manager Fleet Manager
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Team Leader Supervisor Project Coordinator Assistant Manager General Manager Area Manager Presales Consultant Regional Manager Service Director Team Administrator Governance Coordinator Creative Entrepreneur ICT Project Manager Data Miner Product Specialist Digital Project Manager Corporate Services Manager Account Manager Senior Risk Manager Park Manager Information Officer Customer Service Officer Life Coach Sports Facility Manager Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager RTO Compliance Officer Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Innovation Coordinator Customer Success Manager Chief Innovation Officer Logistician Innovation Manager Event Planner Strata Manager Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Conservation Manager Venue Manager Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Planning Officer Social Media Strategist Cellar Door Manager Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Radio Producer Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Customer Experience Manager Innovation Strategist Operations Officer Customer Service Manager Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Sales Analyst High Performance Coach Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Local Government Customer Service Assistant Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Council Member Bakery Manager Clinical Coder Grip Gaffer Driller Drilling Supervisor Service Manager Helicopter Pilot Flying Instructor Concreter Parts Manager Steel Fixer Executive Housekeeper Surveyor Assistant Plant Manager Fleet Manager + 92 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business
Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $6,318
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner
Governance Coordinator Scheduler Business Support Officer Regional Manager Project Officer Fitness Studio Manager Creative Entrepreneur Digital Business Strategist Data Miner Product Specialist Corporate Services Manager Account Manager Park Manager Buyer Information Officer Customer Service Officer Brand Ambassador Life Coach Community Engagement Officer Sports Facility Manager Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager RTO Compliance Officer Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Enrolment and Admissions Officer Innovation Coordinator Customer Success Manager Chief Innovation Officer ICT Sales Assistant Data Analytics Consultant Logistician Innovation Manager Purchasing Officer Quality Assurance Engineer Data Consultant IT Auditor Event Planner Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Customs and Border Protection Officer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Social Media Strategist Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Radio Producer Operational Risk Manager Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Innovation Strategist New Home Sales Consultant Customer Service Manager Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Sales Analyst High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Local Government Administration Officer Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Bakery Manager Clinical Coder Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Grip Gaffer Driller Drilling Supervisor Concreter
+ 89 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner Governance Coordinator Scheduler Business Support Officer Regional Manager Project Officer Fitness Studio Manager Creative Entrepreneur Digital Business Strategist Data Miner Product Specialist Corporate Services Manager Account Manager Park Manager Buyer Information Officer Customer Service Officer Brand Ambassador Life Coach Community Engagement Officer Sports Facility Manager Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager RTO Compliance Officer Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Enrolment and Admissions Officer Innovation Coordinator Customer Success Manager Chief Innovation Officer ICT Sales Assistant Data Analytics Consultant Logistician Innovation Manager Purchasing Officer Quality Assurance Engineer Data Consultant IT Auditor Event Planner Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Customs and Border Protection Officer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Social Media Strategist Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Radio Producer Operational Risk Manager Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Innovation Strategist New Home Sales Consultant Customer Service Manager Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Sales Analyst High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Local Government Administration Officer Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Bakery Manager Clinical Coder Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Grip Gaffer Driller Drilling Supervisor Concreter + 89 more
BSB40820

Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication
Online
8 - 18 months
$0 - $4,928
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marketing Coordinator Digital Marketing Assistant Social Media Manager
Community Engagement Officer Copywriter Brand Ambassador Public Relations Officer Content Manager Marketing Officer Marketing Assistant Presales Consultant Junior Website Designer Creative Entrepreneur Account Manager Marketer Information Officer Social Media Coordinator Email Marketing Specialist Freelance Artist Digital Media Strategist Social Media Strategist Intelligence Officer Customer Success Manager ICT Sales Assistant Multimedia Designer Social Marketer Venue Manager Student Experience Officer Event Planner Cellar Door Manager Radio Producer Design Strategist E-Commerce Manager Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Sales Representative Telemarketer Sales Analyst Fitness Centre Manager Sales Consultant High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Reservations Manager Bakery Manager Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer
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Common questions

How can I become a librarian?

To become a librarian in Bendigo, you may want to consider completing the Certificate IV in Library and Information Services. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Bendigo?

You can train to become a librarian by completing a qualification with North Metropolitan TAFE or TAFE NSW. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Bendigo area that provide librarian training. The closest campus is 129km away from the center of Bendigo. You can also study a librarian course through online, traineeship learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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