The purpose of the Professional Bookseller Certification Program is to provide independent booksellers with an education, training, and accreditation process that will elevate the trade of independent bookselling, offer a standardized baseline knowledge and professional development opportunities for career booksellers, and create an opportunity for mentorship, guidance, innovation, teaching, and information sharing among book industry members.
PNBA is a Professional Booksellers School Supporting Investor, which means PNBA members are eligible for discounts when registering for PBS certification courses. Use PNBA’s member discount code for a savings of $25 for Basic Bookselling and $50 for all other modules resulting in certification. Additionally, PNBA will double that discount after course completion with the submission of a PBS Grant Request and proof of certification. Reimbursement credits may not be issued to individuals, but to their employing member stores.
Independent study, self-guided, and bundles of content will receive a 10% discount if the code "PNBAis" is used at time of registration. PNBA will match this discount when your request is received.
PNBA is a Professional Booksellers School Supporting Investor, which means PNBA members are eligible for discounts when registering for PBS certification courses. Use PNBA’s member discount code for a savings of $25 for Basic Bookselling and $50 for all other modules resulting in certification. Additionally, PNBA will double that discount after course completion with the submission of a PBS Grant Request and proof of certification. Reimbursement credits may not be issued to individuals, but to their employing member stores.
Independent study, self-guided, and bundles of content will receive a 10% discount if the code "PNBAis" is used at time of registration. PNBA will match this discount when your request is received.
Marketing, Display, and Storytelling Excellence
Registration opens Wednesday, May 29, 9:30 am PT Live classes Wednesdays; June 19, July 3, July 17, July 31, and August 14 PNBA member booksellers are eligible for a $25 registration discount and $25 PNBA matching grant. Use code: PNBAmd |
Emergency Preparedness
September is emergency preparedness month, and PBS is offering a gift to members of supporting associations. The PBS emergency preparedness class will be on sale for $50 for the month. No code needed to receive the discount. |