Do you work in a public library? Are you interested in engaging with other public librarians and staff members to improve your knowledge and comfort with health and wellness related reference and services? Stand Up for Health: Health and Wellness Services for Your Community is a free online course that was developed in cooperation with WebJunction, PLA, and public librarians to create a cohort learning experience. Registration is limited to public library staff.
For more info and to register:
https://nnlm.gov/class/stand-health-health-and-wellness-services-your-community-public-libraries/28085



Over four weeks we will explore consumer health, health references in a public library environment, free health resources for library staff and patrons, and developing health and wellness related programming. New content is released each week and consists of assigned readings, discussion with your fellow cohort members, and an assignment, all of which should take about three hours.



Week 1: Introduction to Consumer Health for Public Libraries
Week 2: Health Reference in a Public Library Environment
Week 3: Health Resources for Public Library Staff
Week 4: Health and Wellness Programming and Outreach for Public Libraries

The course provides 12 continuing education (CE) hours from the Medical Library Association (MLA) and covers the five competencies required for Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) level 1 from MLA.
You will leave the class with an action plan for how to use your newfound knowledge and expertise in reference services and programming. In addition to better serving your community, you'll develop skills to take with you if and when you decide to move on to another library.

Class Date:
Feb 8, 2021 to Mar 7, 2021

Please direct questions to Margot G. Malachowski<mailto:[log in to unmask]> MLS, AHIP, Education and Outreach Coordinator
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Deborah A. Clark, MLIS
Library Management Specialist
Maine State Library
Portland Public Library, Third Floor
5 Monument Square
Portland, ME 04101
(207)871-1765
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