Idaho Commission for Libraries

The free, online Supplemental Alternative Basic Library Education (SABLE) program provides additional resources in library knowledge and skills for staff members who have no formal education in library science. This program is a supplement to the ABLE courses; however, they are not tied to the completion of the ABLE courses.

The SABLE program is not designed to replace university level training in library science and no college credit is offered. To receive a Certificate of Completion for each course, fill out and submit the Congratulations Page at the end of each course to the Idaho Commission for Libraries.

SABLE Courses

Youth Services Sequence

1. Early Childhood Services
   Developmental Information
   The Collection
   Programming and Services
   Parent/Child Care Provider Support
   Partnerships and Outreach

2. Services to School Aged Children
   Developmental Information
   The Collection
   Services and Programming
   Outreach

3. Young Adult (YA) Services
   Developmental Information
   The Collection
   Services and Programming
   Outreach

Special Courses

1. Cataloging Music Sound Recordings
2. Interlibrary Loan

You may also wish to see the list of ABLE courses.

Click here for a list of states which accept these courses for their continuing education programs.

Questions or comments may be directed to the Idaho Commission for Libraries' Continuing Education Consultant at (208) 334-2150 or e-mail Shirley Biladeau.