I want you to know how grateful I am, that you offer the courses you do. They are a godsend! As a solo flyer on a large campus, thank you for covering specific and useful topics.
— Emilie Algenio, Copyright/Fair Use Librarian
OUR SIGNATURE COPYRIGHT CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Our copyright certificate programs are designed for nonlawyers to be able to manage copyright and licensing issues in their libraries, institutions, organizations and businesses. See what our recent graduates say.
You will:
- Gain knowledge and tools to manage copyright and licensing issues
- Learn how to apply copyright law to lower your risk of copyright infringement
- Grow your confidence in answering daily copyright and licensing questions
Choose our Copyright Leadership Certificate if you’re in the U.S. or around the world, or our Certificate in Canadian Copyright Law if you’re based in Canada. With respect to digital licensing, choose our Certificate in Licensing Digital Content. Details below.
2020 Copyright Courses
IMPORTANT: The three certificate programs listed below will be offered only once in 2020. There will be no Fall cohorts. Ready to enroll? Register now to obtain your certificate in 2020!
Copyright Leadership Certificate — Begins 3 February 2020 — Register Now!
Certificate in Canadian Copyright Law — Begins 3 February 2020 — Register Now!
Certificate in Licensing Digital Content — Begins 9 March 2020 — Register Now!
Defining Your Role as the Go-To Copyright Person — Begins 23 March 2020 — Register Now! Canadian Version Registration Here
Also see our free Zoom On In 20 minute virtual copyright sessions.
Looking for assistance choosing one of our copyright courses? See our guide to selecting an online copyright course or schedule a chat with our Student Ambassador.
COPYRIGHT PROGRAMS
Copyright Leadership Certificate
Copyrightlaws.com’s Copyright Leadership Certificate program …
- Provides a strong foundation in copyright decision making skills
- Is intended for those new to copyright or those seeking to enhance their current knowledge base
- Equips you with knowledge of U.S. and global copyright principles, with the primary focus on practical skills that can be adapted to individual needs
More Information — Registration — Contact Us
This program runs for 12 weeks with flexible enrollment. Students have an additional eight weeks after the course ends to complete the course requirements.
The five eTutorials in the Copyright Leadership Certificate are …
- U.S. Copyright Law
- Legally Using Images (and third-party content)
- Practical International Copyright
- Digital Copyright Management
- Managing Copyright Issues
Certificate in Canadian Copyright Law
Copyrightlaws.com’s Certificate in Canadian Copyright Law program …
- Provides a strong foundation in copyright decision making skills
- Is intended for those new to copyright or those seeking to enhance their current knowledge base
- Equips you with knowledge of Canadian and global copyright principles, with the primary focus on practical skills that can be adapted to individual needs
More Information — Registration — Contact Us
This program runs for 12 weeks with flexible enrollment. Students have an additional eight weeks after the course ends to complete the course requirements.
The 5 eTutorials included in the Certificate in Canadian Copyright Law are:
- Canadian Copyright Law
- Legally Using Images (and third-party content)
- Practical International Copyright
- Digital Copyright Management
- Managing Copyright Issues
Certificate in Licensing Digital Content
This new program runs for seven weeks with flexible enrollment. Students have an additional four weeks after the course ends to complete the course requirements. Register Now!
Our Certificate in Licensing Digital Content is a seven-week program that …
- Provides a strong foundation in digital licensing knowledge and skills
- Is intended for anyone who works with digital licenses
- Addresses the know-how and skills you need to understand, interpret, negotiate and manage licensing agreements tailored to your library or organization’s specific needs.
More Information — Registration — Contact Us
COPYRIGHT COURSES
Defining Your Role as the Go-To Copyright Person eTutorial
Defining Your Role as the Go-To Copyright Person is an exploratory online course in which you learn about the why, who, what and how of being that designated copyright contact person. You’ll receive one lesson each week with short discussion questions to help you explore your role. See more information.
Next offering: 23 March to 17 April, 2020
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Register for the Canadian Version Here
Email us if you need assistance selecting a course, or for group rates and private training in your workplace.
Essential Facts About Our Courses
- All content is in plain English.
- We have one objective: to demystify copyright law and licensing electronic content.
- We offer the best vetted and updated content, objective information, small classes so you can get your copyright questions answered, and provide you with confidence to deal with copyright issues on your own.
- Our certificate programs include awesome practical tools you can easily adapt for your workplace and your particular copyright and licensing issues. And, you’ll meet smart like-minded people like yourself and make copyright contacts for your career.
- Our teaching is 24/7. That means all courses are flexible for busy professionals. You can review lessons on your own time and contribute to discussions when it works for you. You can attend conferences, be there for family and friends and even take vacations, then jump right back into our courses when you return.
- Our courses aren’t the end of your education, but the beginning!
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Read testimonials from our certificate program graduates.
Courses Available On Demand for Groups
All of our courses are available groups within your organization on an on-demand basis. Contact us.
