What you need to know

With so many possible career paths in libraries, the education, experience and skills required also vary quite a bit from job to job. It's best to have a general understanding of the type of position you are interested in (see types of library jobs), or jump to the areas listed below if you already know:

• Pages
• Library Assistants and Technicians
• Librarians
• Library Managers
• Library Directors
• Other Professionals (human resources, accounting, network administrators, facilities managers, etc.)

Special topics are discussed regarding educational requirements:

• Do I need a library science associate's degree?
• Do I need a library science master's degree?
• Choosing a library school