Library and Archives Assisting

CIP 25.0301 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

21

28 total including inactive

States

10

Across 10 states

Graduates (2023)

291

Total completions

Library and Archives Assisting is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 10 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Illinois and North Carolina.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$39,970

Library Technicians

Job Growth

-6.8%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$3,437

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Library Technicians. In-state tuition ranges from $1,104 to $11,700, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 39 (13.4%)
Female: 252 (86.6%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 256 (88.0%)
Associate: 35 (12.0%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

C
Conventional
S
Social
R
Realistic

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Helping others
  • Teaching
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Organized
Detail-oriented
Empathetic
Patient
Practical
Hands-on

💡 Interests

Organization
Data management
Helping others
Teaching
Building things
Working with hands

Work Values

Active Listening
Speaking
Helping others
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?

2

Do you value active listening?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Where Can You Study Library and Archives Assisting?

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