Continuing education & professional development programmes/resources for library professionals

The paper aims to bring out the resources one can required to keep abreast of the latest trends and information within the field of library science. To maintain excellent service delivery, library and information professionals should continue to develop their knowledge and skills in this ever changing and complex information environment. Professional development is universally recognized as an imperative for on-going effectiveness. The present paper encompasses professional development and continuing education programmes and resources run by various library agencies at both national and international level. Keywords: Professional development, Continuing education programmes (CEP), Library professionals, Continuous learning, Training programmes, Career development.