Training On Demand Assistance Is Available

CE Assist - Training on Demand is available to NNYLN members. The program is to help members meet the need for customized staff training.

Through CE Assist, member libraries may apply to receive financial assistance to provide on-site staff training or consultations for their library employees. It is hoped this will make it possible for member libraries to provide training and/or consultations in a way that allows them to choose the best possible time and the most appropriate trainer to address each organization’s unique continuing education and training needs.

Who is eligible: NNYLN members

What is eligible: On-site staff training and professional education, arranged and hosted by the member library. Funds from NNYLN could cover: Consultant/Speaker’s fees and travel expenses.

Not covered: Food, catering; clerical and other staff support from the hosting library; overhead.

How much: Libraries may receive 50 percent of the costs of an event, or $1,000, whichever is less.

Conditions: Any announcements and handouts must prominently state that the NNYLN is a co- sponsor; the NNYLN will reimburse the participating library upon receipt of invoices or statements.

Criteria to receive assistance: The event or consultation must be a one time, single occurrence; a member institution may not request assistance from this program more than once every two years; this program may not be used to replace funds for previously existing CE activities, conferences or training programs.

How to apply: The library or library system should submit a proposal covering all required information and send it to the NNYLN. The proposal should provide a full description of the event, itemizing how the requested funds will be spent. Requests for trainer’s expenses should include a biography and credentials.

Mark Your Calendar ...

Monday, Jan. 1 - The NNYLN office will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day.

Thursday, Jan. 11 - The webinar, "Getting Social On-line: The What and Why of Social Networking" will be held from 2:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. The webinar will be broadcast on-line. There is no cost to attend, but registration is mandatory, as log on information will be given to those who sign up.

Thursday, Jan. 11 & Friday, Jan. 19 - The workshop "Microsoft Excel: Intermediate Level" will be held from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Jan. 11 at the NNYLN in Potsdam, and on Jan. 19 at the CEF LS in Plattsburgh. The fee is $15.00 for library staff and $59.95 for all others.

Monday, Jan. 15 - The NNYLN office will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Wednesday, Jan.17 - There will be a meeting of the North Country Digital History group at 10:30 a.m. at the Network office in Potsdam.

Thursday, Jan. 25 & Friday, Feb. 2 - The workshop "Beyond Beginners: Microsoft Access" will be held from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Jan. 25 at the NNYLN in Potsdam, and on Feb. 2 at the CEF LS in Plattsburgh. The fee is $15.00 for library staff and $59.95 for all others.

To sign up for a class, contact the Network at 315-265-1119, toll-free at 877-833-1674, or sign-up on-line at www.nnyln.org and click on "Training and Workshops."