To work as a library assistant, you typically need to:
- have a high school diploma or equivalent; and
- complete short-term, on-the-job training.
Education after high school
No formal education is usually required beyond high school for this occupation.
Work experience
Volunteer work at your school or community library is good work experience for this occupation.
On-the-job training
Most library technicians and bookmobile drivers receive training on the job from experienced workers. Training includes:
- checking out books;
- checking in and putting away books; and
- providing customer service.
Training may last about a month.