EXCEL

To obtain the EXCEL Certificate, learners must complete ten courses (six mandatory and four elective) within five years of enrollment. Alternatively, learners may also choose to complete individual courses based on interest and are not required to pursue the full EXCEL certificate. It is recommended that all learners begin with the Introduction to Public Libraries course.

Learners are provided one year, from the date of enrollment, to complete the course at their own pace. Each course consists of multiple modules, and learners must complete and submit all quizzes or assignments for course completion.

The EXCEL Certificate Program and courses are open to anyone with an interest in public libraries. Note that some course content is specific to those currently working in public libraries in Ontario.

Each course includes a final assignment (mandatory except for the Introduction to Public Libraries course). Assignments are marked (pass or fail) by the course tutor. The purpose of the final assignment is to allow learners to apply knowledge from a relevant perspective that can be applied to their own library.

Each course is supported by subject experts with extensive experience working in public libraries. Course tutors are responsible for marking the assignments, offering feedback, and providing guidance and answering questions as learners move through the content.

EXCEL courses are offered on-demand, learners can start courses immediately upon enrollment and payment. Payments are made online through LearnHQ upon enrollment. All major credit cards are accepted. EXCEL course fees are non-refundable.