Graduate Certificate in Library Media and Information Specialist

The non-degree program leading to licensure as a library media specialist is a twenty-four (24) credit hour program. Applicants to the program must hold a master’s degree, licensure as a teacher and meet the requirements for admission to the program in Library Media and Information Specialist.Candidates engage in scholarly research activities such as action research or program evaluation to solve authentic problems. Teachers seek advice of others and draw on education research and scholarship to improve their practice.Candidates model leadership and communication strategies that promote valuing diversity throughout the community. Teachers recognize individual differences in their students and adjust their practice accordingly.Candidates design and modify instruction and the learning environment based on assessment of student learning and behavior. Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning.Candidates employ technologies including communications, productivity and presentation applications to enhance their collaborations. Teachers regularly assess student progress.Candidates design and modify instruction and the learning environment based on assessment of student learning and behavior. Teachers command specialized knowledge of how to convey a subject to students.

US Transcripts and foreign (non-US) Transcript Evaluations are to be sent to the university officially at the address below. Do not upload or mail these yourself.For all other programs, must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above out of a 4.00 systemMail or email a copy of your immigration documents:PassportI-20 from current school (if you have one)U.S. Visa (if you have one)I-94 (if you have one)Minimum English Requirements (must meet one of the following)A score of 550 or higher on the written TOEFLA score of 210 or higher on the computerized TOEFLA score of 79 or higher on the internet-based TOEFLA score of Band 6.0 (overall) on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System)A score of 51 or higher on PTE (Pearson Test of English)A score of 100 or higher on DuolingoCompletion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center or its equivalentCompletion of EF Level 5If your English scores are below the required minimum for admissions, you may consider:Retaking your English proficiency exam