Library Science, MLS

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The master of library science program is designed for students seeking employment as librarians and information professionals in Pre K-12 schools, universities, community colleges, public libraries, and related settings. All students are eligible for NC Public Library Certification upon completion of the MLS degree requirements. The MLS requires a minimum of 39 s.h. of credit.

Eight core courses (24 s.h.) are required of all students:

School library media:

(courses required for public school licensure)

One of the following educational core competency courses:

One elective (3 s.h.) to be selected in consultation with an advisor.

Note:

Additional pre requisites may be required for students seeking media coordinator licensure and lacking an initial teaching licensure.

Public library:

LIBS 7050 - Seminar on Public Libraries
Electives (12 s.h.) selected in consultation with an advisor.

Academic library:

All electives are selected in consultation with an advisor to meet the career goals of the student.

Note:

Applicants holding a graduate degree in library science or education who are seeking school licensure are required to submit transcripts for evaluation. Upon review, a course of study will be determined to meet the competencies of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction and the American Association of School Librarians of the American Library Association working with the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.