Tuesday, September 23, 2014

SLA Toronto Event: Defining the Resource Specialist

Check out this interesting upcoming event from SLA Toronto in October!

From SLA Toronto's website: 

Join this seminar to unravel the mystery of the Resource Specialist and all it entails.  We will examine the pursuit of this alternative career opportunity, offered by non-profit agencies in data management teams.  As well as, bridge the gap between your current knowledge as a recent graduate or experienced professional, and a specialization that is only taught within the industry itself. Bring your inquiries, and leave with understanding key components of the resource specialist profession.

Learning Outcomes

  • Human Services
  • Associations & Memberships
  • Databases
  • Standards & Certification
  • Relevancy
Facilitators: 

  • Brian Rooney, Bilingual Resource Specialist, Kids Help Phone
  • Kejo Buchanan, Certified Resource Specialist, Kids Help Phone


The cost is: Members $10, Non-members $15 and Students $5
The event will take place at the Lillian H. Smith Library from 6:00pm-7:30pm on Thursday, October 16th.