The free, online (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.The SABLE program is not designed to replace university level training in library science and no college credit is offered. To receive Certificates of Completion, electronically capture the Congratulations Page at the end of each course, add the requested information, attach to an email and forward to the CE Consultant.

SABLE Courses

Youth Services Sequence

1. Early Childhood Services (3 contact hours)
   Developmental Information
   The Collection
   Programming and Services
   Parent/Child Care Provider Support
   Partnerships and Outreach
2. Services to School Aged Children (3 contact hours)
   Developmental Information
   The Collection
   Services and Programming
   Outreach
3. Young Adult (YA) Services (2 contact hours)
   Developmental Information
   The Collection
   Services and Programming
   Outreach

Special Courses

1. Cataloging Music Sound Recordings (2 contact hours)
2. Interlibrary Loan (1 contact hour)
3. Merchandising (1.5 contact hours)

• 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.