Available courses

Polaris Leap

This is a course to help you learn to use Polaris LEAP.  If you have any questions, you can email PolarisQuestions@hcplonline.org.

3D printer education

This is a course that is currently in development to train branch staff on using 3D printers.

Using Tableau

Tableau is a data visualization software that connects to Polaris and Passport to provide real-time data reports.  This course will provide a basic overview of Tableau functionality and how it can be used to make better informed decisions for our libraries.

Innovation Lab Training

Training for new staff and volunteers in the Innovation Lab.

Materials Selection Inquiries and Intellectual Freedom

Story Time Training Pre-Work

If you are attending the Story Time Training, this course is pre-work. You will want to schedule 4 hours of your time to review the resources, answer questions, and gather materials to discuss at the training. 

HCPL Digital Resources Presentation for Teachers and Students

This "course" will serve as an archive for HCPL digital resources training material.

Library Information Services Training (LIST)

Mission Statement:The Library and Information Services Training (LIST) will serve as a foundation for information service to the public according to Harford County Public Library (HCPL) Customer Service Guidelines. LIST will reinforce that staff are integral in achieving excellence in customer service.  Training will emphasize basic knowledge of professional tools and resources used by librarians in day to day service, and an understanding of the types of services Harford County Public Library deliveries to its customer in-branch, in the community, and online.

Basic Supervisory Training

Virtual Orientation

Welcome to the Harford County Public Library team! 

You are now part of the staff of one of the best public libraries in the country. 

This orientation, along with your meetings with HR Staff will provide you an overview of the library system and how we work together to serve the public of Harford County.