Our JJC applications for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2027 are now open!
Spring 2027 general registration is now open!
Over the past year we have been working to update course offerings in the LTA program. Look for electives to be added next Fall, 2027.
In the meantime, this Spring one of our newly revised courses will be offered. It is LTA 202: Information and User Services.
Description: Examines the role of the Library Technical Assistant in all aspects of services for adults, including reference, research, instruction, reader’s advisory, technology, display creation, and programming. Exploration of basic print and digital tools that cover everything from helping to answer reference questions to the characteristics of library collections.
Also being offered this Spring are LTA 101 - Introduction to Library and Information Studies and LTA 206 - Children’s Library Services. Those near completion who need 208 should get in touch with their Advisor.
The current curriculum* for catalog year 26/27 is now as follows:
- LTA 101 - Introduction to Library and Information Studies
- LTA 103 - Collection Management
- LTA 104 - Serving Library Patrons
- LTA 201 - Cataloging and Classification
- LTA 202 - Information and User Services
- LTA 204 - Libraries and Technology
- LTA 205 - Information and Internet Literacy
- LTA 206 - Children’s Library Services
- LTA 208 - Library Practicum
*Students already in the program are governed by the catalog year in which they joined.
Ready to learn more about the LTA and to Get Started? Fill out the form here: https://go.jjc.edu/get-started-library-technical-assistant
Questions? Just get in touch with your Advisor:
Michelle Y. Roubal (she/her/hers) - Librarian, Professor, LTA Advisor & Program Coordinator
Joliet Junior College - Office A-2021 – 815.280.2350
LTA and Library links: https://linktr.ee/myroubal
My office is a SAFE ZONE for individuals of all racial/cultural/ethnic groups, sexual orientation, gender identity, class/socioeconomic/citizenship status, ability(ies), &/or religious affiliation. All are welcome!