Pathways for Certified Teachers

MLIS + School Library Media Licensure Pathway

For students who are
already certified teachers

who want to earn their
licensure in school librarianship
as part of their MLIS degree.

EXPLORE THIS PATHWAY

School Library Media Licensure Pathway

For students who are
already certified teachers
who only want the
additional licensure in
school librarianship.

EXPLORE THIS PATHWAY

Pathways for Non-Teachers

MLIS + Initial School Library Media Licensure Pathway

  For students who are not yet certified teachers who want to earn their MLIS degree and initial licensure in school librarianship.

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Initial School Library Media Licensure Pathway

For students who are not yet certified teachers who want to earn their initial licensure in school librarianship.

EXPLORE THIS PATHWAY

MLIS or Certification Only

Because classes taken on the certification-only pathway will not count towards a Master’s Degree, students need to decide which pathway to pursue before they begin their program.
Click here to see a comparison chart of the two pathways.

School or Public Library Concentration

For students who are earning an MLIS degree, we recommend declaring a School Library Concentration as soon as possible.
Click here to see a video discussion of school vs. public library concentrations and click here to see a summary chart of the main points.

Financial and Employment Resources

Learn more about funding and job opportunities for students pursuing School Library Media Certification. Learn More>>
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