Introduction
The Certified Collection Management Professional (CCMP) course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of modern collection management practices. This course will equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage collections in diverse organizational settings. Through a combination of theoretical concepts, practical exercises, and case studies, participants will gain insights into the latest advancements in collection management and develop strategies to enhance their proficiency in this field.
Objectives
- Understand the fundamental principles of collection management and its significance in various sectors.
- Explore the latest trends and advancements in collection management practices.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of collection development, acquisition, and accessioning processes.
- Learn effective documentation and cataloging techniques to ensure accurate and accessible collections.
- Gain insights into preservation and conservation strategies for different types of collections.
- Familiarize yourself with ethical considerations and legal frameworks relevant to collection management.
- Develop skills to efficiently manage collection-related resources, including budgeting and resource allocation.
- Enhance your knowledge of collection assessment, evaluation, and interpretation techniques.
- Learn about emerging technologies and their impact on collection management.
- Gain practical strategies for engaging with diverse audiences and promoting public access to collections.
Course Outline
Day 1
Introduction to Collection Management
- Importance and scope of collection management
- Historical overview of collection management practices
- Changing landscape of collection management in the digital age
- Key challenges and opportunities in collection management
Day 2
Collection Development and Accessioning
- Collection development policies and procedures
- Selection criteria and acquisition strategies
- Accessioning and deaccessioning processes
- Legal and ethical considerations in collection development
Day 3
Documentation and Cataloging
- Fundamentals of documentation and cataloging
- Metadata standards and controlled vocabularies
- Digital asset management systems
- Cataloging best practices and quality control
Day 4
Preservation and Conservation
- Preservation planning and risk assessment
- Preventive conservation strategies
- Conservation treatment and restoration techniques
- Environmental control and collection security
Day 5
Collection Assessment, Interpretation, and Outreach
- Collection assessment methodologies
- Collection evaluation and performance indicators
- Interpretation strategies for diverse audiences
- Promoting public access and community engagement
