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Diploma in Library and Information Technician Algonquin College - Ottawa Campus Algonquin College - Ottawa Campus, Canada

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CAD 16721

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 95 Waived

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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88

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Turn your passion for research, literacy and information into a rewarding career.

The two-year Library and Information Technician Ontario College Diploma program provides you with a broad range of knowledge and experiences for the library and information management field.

This unique program teaches skills that deal with both technical and public service considerations. Technical services involve manual and automated operations related to collecting, processing and organizing material. Public services involve assisting or teaching clients in finding or using information resources.

An emphasis on exposing students to the latest technologies, trends and developments in the library and information field enables students to graduate job-ready.

Benefit from small class sizes. Learn from professors with industry experience. Test your knowledge and skills through hands-on classroom activities and work field placements.

Field placements take place in:

  • Schools
  • Public, government, and academic libraries, or
  • Archives, records and information management organizations

Through field placements, you develop relevant industry connections, preparing you for work in the field.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

  • Enjoy serving the public, working with teams and have good interpersonal skills.
  • Have strong English communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Possess a good general education and knowledge of current events.
  • Are well-organized and have the ability to analyze information.
  • Pay attention to detail and work with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Are flexible, adaptable, self-motivated and work well independently.
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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 88.0  Minimum Listening - 22.0  Minimum Reading - 22.0  Minimum Writing - 22.0  Minimum Speaking - 22.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60 - With no score less than - 53
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 120.0  Minimum Literacy - 120.0  Minimum Comprehension - 105.0  Minimum Conversation - 105.0  Minimum Production - 105.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s)
    • English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.

6.5 IELTS Score
88 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

16721

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 95 Waived

Application Fee
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20600 Per year

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