Post-Master's Certificate in School Librarianship

Website: https://twu.edu/slis/programs-admission-requirements/post-masters-certificate-in-school-librarianship/

The Post-Master's Certificate in School Librarianship program provides an opportunity for students who already hold a master’s degree in library and information science or another discipline to pursue School Librarian Certification (SLC) in Texas. Students are prepared for careers as school librarians in elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools (EC-12) in the state of Texas. After completion of all program requirements, including passing the TExES School Librarian Certification exam, students are recommended to receive a standard School Librarian Certificate issued by the Texas Education Agency. Students also earn a Certificate in School Librarianship from TWU. The Post-Master's Certificate in School Librarianship program requires a 160-hour, in-person practicum in the field; all other courses in the program are available entirely online. 

The Post-Master's Certificate in School Librarianship program offered by Texas Woman’s University meets all requirements of the State Board for Educator Certification for public schools in Texas and is accredited by the Texas Education Agency.

Marketable Skills

Marketable skills prepare students for success in a variety of professional settings. Developed through academic coursework, co-curricular engagement, and extracurricular involvement, these skills include communication, critical thinking, teamwork, ethical reasoning, adaptability, and digital literacy. Whether directly related to a student’s major or serving as complementary strengths, marketable skills enhance career readiness and reflect TWU’s commitment to producing graduates who are prepared to thrive in today’s dynamic workforce.

  1. Deliver innovative, high-quality services responsive to the needs of diverse school communities.
  2. Facilitate the use and integration of technology in schools.
  3. Develop, organize, and manage school library collections.
  4. Collaborate with teachers to integrate curriculum, resources, and teaching strategies.
  5. Teach students how to find, evaluate, and use information.
  6. Cultivate an inviting, flexible, and barrier-free school library environment.

Admissions

All students must meet the University requirements as outlined in the Admission to the TWU Graduate School section of the catalog.

The academic program may have additional admission criteria that must also be completed as outlined on the program's website.

Degree Requirements

Total Semester Credit Hours Required

24 semester credit hours (SCH).

Required Courses
LS 5083Foundations of Library and Information Studies3
LS 5233School Library Technology3
LS 5333School Library Management3
LS 5443School Library Collaborations3
LS 5063School Library Collections3
LS 5603Materials for Children and Young Adults3
LS 5103Cataloging and Classification3
Required Practicum
LS 5863School Library Practicum3
Total SCHs24

If pursuing the Post-Master's Certificate in School Librarianship as part of the MLS degree, see the MLS with Certificate in School Librarianship program on the SLIS website.