Education Req. for Media Specialist/Librarian

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Education Req. for Media Specialist/Librarian

by Tina

Jan 7, 2010

I'm considering a change of careers and would like your input on recommended coursework to become a media specialist or school librarian. I have a BA in Journalism/Mass Communication, but have direct experience with technology.

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Want to be a Librarian too No, this board is not just for GA teachers. I currently reside and teach in WI.

Do you know of schools that have the library/media specialist endorsement?

Thanks, Susa

Feb 27, 2010

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Amber There are schools out there with Bachelor's degrees for Library Science. UNC Chapel Hill offers both a bachelor's and a master's degree. However, most school systems (at least from what I have researched and experienced) require a Master's degree to be a Media Specialist with a teacher credential. Schools that offer an MLS degree usually will requi...See More

Mar 1, 2010

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mary elizabeth Amber- Wehere did you get your MLS degree from?

Apr 13, 2010

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Amber On 4/13/10, mary elizabeth wrote: > Amber- > Wehere did you get your MLS degree from?

I got my degree from University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill (#1 Library school in nation). It's a tough program to get into, and it's a tough program to finish. There is a lot required if you want to be SLMS. I had to do an internship (student tea...See More

Apr 16, 2010

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Kara Day On 1/07/10, Tina wrote: > I'm considering a change of careers and would like your > input on recommended coursework to become a media specialist > or school librarian. I have a BA in Journalism/Mass > Communication, but have direct experience with technology.

Here in Texas, you must have teaching experience, hold a Master's deg...See More