Education

MLA continually expands its wide variety of educational programs for practicing health sciences librarians, recent graduates, and others interested in information management.

MLA's Electronic Health Record Webcast
MLA's "Now's the Time: Understanding the Electronic Health Record Maze and Health Sciences Librarians' Roles" webcast to be held on Wednesday, March 24, 2010. Read more>>
MLA's Mobile Technologies Webcast
If you missed MLA's "Cut the Cord: Connecting to Our Mobile Users" webcast, you can order a copy of the program. Get your copy of the program originally held, on November 18, 2009.
Upcoming MLA eLearning Course

MLA approved web-based course "Change Management and Leadership for Medical Librarians" begins Wednesday, January 27, 2010. Read more and to register>>
MLA's Finding Work-Life Balance Webcast

MLA's "Finding Work-Life Balance: Strategies for You and Your Institution" webcast was originally held Wednesday, March 25, 2009. Get your copy now.
Consumer Health Information Specialization Program
MLA's Consumer Health Information Specialization Program can help you demonstrate your expertise in consumer health information.
MLA Continuing Education Clearinghouse

The new and improved database offers advanced searching of courses approved for MLA Continuing Education contact hours as well as an online form for instructors. Want a course approved by MLA and listed in the Continuing Education Clearinghouse? Simply go to instructor sign-up to get started.
Independent Reading Program
Read selected articles in the Journal of the Medical Library Association (JMLA) or self-selected professional journal articles, complete the online form, and earn MLA CE contact hours. It's just that easy.
MLA Disaster Preparedness Webcast

If you missed MLA's "Survival Tips and Stories: Expanding the Library's Services in Times of Disaster", you can order a copy of the program. Get your copy of the program held on November 12, 2008.

MLA eLearning
See MLA's resources for Web-based learning; including an online continuing education tutorial designed for MLA CE instructors.
CE Approval Process for Course Developers and Administrators
Have your course approved for MLA CE contact hours and listed in the MLA Educational Clearinghouse.
Courses Available at MLA Meetings
Course listings for recent MLA annual meetings.
Distance Learning Opportunities
Resources developed for past MLA teleconferences and webcasts.
Independent Educational Opportunities
Information on MLA's independent learning options, including Discussion Group, Self-directed Learning, and Independent Reading Programs.
Library Schools
Visit MLA's career site to find health sciences librarianship courses in ALA-accredited programs.
Local CE Opportunities
Directories of previous chapter-sponsored CE courses.
Other Educational Resources
Additional CE opportunities and resources.
Professional Competencies
MLA's Educational Policy Statement