Description

Course Name: Certificate in Library and Information Science
Course Id: CLIS/Q0001

Eligibility: 10th Grade(High School) or Equivalent.

Objective: A Certificate in Library and Information Science (CLIS) is a specialized program designed to equip individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to work effectively in libraries and information management systems. This course is ideal for those seeking to enter the field of library management, archival work, and information resource handling.

Duration: Three Months.

 How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:

 Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.

 Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.

 Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.

 Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.

 Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.

 Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.

 Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.

 Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.

 Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.

Online Examination Detail:

Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.

Marking System:
S.No.	No. of Questions			Marks Each Question		Total Marks
1	10			5		50
2	5			4		20
3	5			3		15
4	5			2		10
5	5			1		5
	30					100
How Students will be Graded:
S.No.		Marks	Grade
1		91-100	O (Outstanding)
2		81-90	A+ (Excellent)
3		71-80	A (Very Good)
4		61-70	B (Good)
5		51-60	C (Average)
6		40-50	P (Pass)
7		0-40	F (Fail)

 Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:

 Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.

 Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.

 Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.

 Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.

 Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.

 Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.

Syllabus

Introduction to Library and Information Science: Definition, scope, and importance of library science, History and development of libraries, Types of libraries (academic, public, special, digital), Library services and their functions, Role of libraries in education and research, Library ethics and professional responsibilities, Information literacy and user education, Legal and ethical issues in library management, Impact of digital technology on libraries, Emerging trends in library science.

Library Classification and Cataloging: Principles of library classification, Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), Universal Decimal Classification (UDC), Library of Congress Classification (LCC), Subject classification and indexing, Principles of cataloging, Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2), Resource Description and Access (RDA), MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) format, Role of metadata in library management.

Library Management and Administration: Principles of library management, Library governance and policies, Budgeting and financial management, Human resource management in libraries, Library automation and digitalization, Collection development and management, User services and public relations, Library security and preservation policies, Disaster management in libraries, Evaluation and assessment of library services.

Information Sources and Services: Types of information sources (primary, secondary, tertiary), Print vs. digital information sources, Reference sources (dictionaries, encyclopedias, bibliographies), Online databases and search strategies, Open access resources and institutional repositories, Information retrieval systems, Reference and information services, User needs assessment, Bibliographic services and citation tools, Current trends in information services.

Digital Libraries and E-Resources: Concept of digital libraries, Digital library software (D-Space, Greenstone, Koha), Open-source vs. proprietary library software, Electronic resources (e-books, e-journals, e-theses), Institutional repositories and archives, Digitization of library collections, Open Access Initiatives (OAI, DOAJ, Open DOAR), Licensing and copyright of e-resources, Digital preservation strategies, Challenges in managing digital libraries.

Information Storage and Retrieval Systems: Basics of information storage and retrieval (ISR), Indexing and abstracting techniques, Boolean search and retrieval models, Search engines and database management, Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), Artificial intelligence in information retrieval, Machine learning in library search systems, Information retrieval standards and protocols, Relevance ranking and search optimization, Evaluation of retrieval effectiveness.

📚 Career Options After Certificate in Library and Information Science

This program provides knowledge of cataloguing, classification, library management, digital archiving, indexing, information retrieval, and library automation — opening doors to employment in educational, government, research, and corporate sectors.

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1️⃣ Library Assistant / Library Clerk

Role:

• Handle circulation, cataloguing, shelving, and helping users locate resources.

Industries:
Schools, colleges, public libraries, government libraries.

Salary Range:
₹12,000 – ₹25,000/month
₹1.4 LPA – ₹3 LPA

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2️⃣ Librarian

Role:

• Manage the library, oversee book collections, subscriptions, member services, and acquisitions.

Industries:
Universities, engineering colleges, law schools, private schools, research institutes.

Salary Range:
₹20,000 – ₹50,000/month
₹2.4 LPA – ₹6 LPA

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3️⃣ Digital Librarian / E-Librarian

Role:

• Manage online resources, digital catalogues, e-books, online databases, and digital archives.

Industries:
Universities, e-learning platforms, corporate knowledge centers.

Salary Range:
₹25,000 – ₹60,000/month
₹3 LPA – ₹7.2 LPA

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4️⃣ Archivist / Records Manager

Role:

• Preserve historical records, digital archives, and corporate documents for long-term storage.

Industries:
Government archives, museums, corporate records departments, legal firms.

Salary Range:
₹20,000 – ₹60,000/month
₹2.4 LPA – ₹7.2 LPA

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5️⃣ Information Officer / Knowledge Manager

Role:

• Organize and manage information systems, data repositories, and ensure easy access to critical information.

Industries:
Corporate firms, law firms, research organizations.

Salary Range:
₹25,000 – ₹70,000/month
₹3 LPA – ₹8.4 LPA

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6️⃣ School Librarian

Role:

• Manage school libraries, assist students in reading habits, maintain children’s literature collections.

Industries:
CBSE, ICSE, IB, State Board schools.

Salary Range:
₹15,000 – ₹35,000/month
₹1.8 LPA – ₹4.2 LPA

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7️⃣ Research Assistant (Library Science)

Role:

• Assist research scholars, manage research databases, source reference materials.

Industries:
Universities, government research bodies, think tanks.

Salary Range:
₹20,000 – ₹50,000/month
₹2.4 LPA – ₹6 LPA

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8️⃣ Library Automation Specialist

Role:

• Implement and maintain library software (Koha, SOUL, etc.), automate cataloging, circulation, and indexing.

Industries:
Colleges, universities, private libraries, corporate knowledge centers.

Salary Range:
₹25,000 – ₹60,000/month
₹3 LPA – ₹7.2 LPA

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9️⃣ Documentalist / Indexer / Abstractor

Role:

• Prepare abstracts, summaries, indexes for scientific journals, legal libraries, or corporate archives.

Industries:
Legal research, scientific publishing, corporate documentation.

Salary Range:
₹20,000 – ₹50,000/month
₹2.4 LPA – ₹6 LPA

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🔟 Competitive Exams (Government Librarian Posts)

Role:

• Appear for various government recruitment exams for librarian posts in public libraries, central/state universities, ministries.

Industries:
UPSC, SSC, State PSC, Kendriya Vidyalayas, Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), ISRO, DRDO, NIFT, AIIMS.

Salary Range:
₹30,000 – ₹80,000/month
₹3.6 LPA – ₹9.6 LPA

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