Scenario 1

Julie is mid way through her MA Information Studies course and has decided she might like to get a job as an academic librarian when she finishes, but has no experience in that setting.

What CPD could Julie pursue to help her on her way to getting a job as an academic librarian?

Scenario 2

Matt is stuck in a rut. He's a qualified and chartered librarian with 10 years experience in the health sector. He wants to stay in health but move into a management role, but lacks staff management experience.

What CPD could Matt do to address this and help him move into management?

Scenario 3

Clara is working part-time as a library assistant in a public library. She has 3 young children which keep her busy outside of work. Now the youngest child is at school Clara is starting to think about going back to work full time and pursuing a career in public libraries.

What CPD could Clara pursue to realise this?

Scenario 4

Adam has been made redundant from his role as Team Leader in a public library. He wants to make sure he stays involved in LIS activities while he finds a new job.

What CPD could he do to demonstrate his continuing commitment to the profession to potential employers?

Scenario 5

Bob is disappointed. His employer won't fund him to go to a conference as the staff development budget has been cut. Bob is convinced the conference would not only be great CPD for him, but beneficial for the service.

What other options could Bob explore that could be a route to the conference?

Scenario 6

Maggie loves her job as a solo school librarian, but this means it's rare that she can attend conferences, meetings with other school librarians. She's worried she's missing out on good ideas and sharing good practice.

How can Maggie keep up to date with and contribute to developments in her sector?