Librarianship Program Overview

Master's Degree and Teacher Librarian Credential Requirements

Credential Requirements (28 units total):

1. Core Courses (3 units total):

One 3-unit Curriculum Design and Development class:
• EDCI 625 (or equivalent)
2. Specialization Courses (21 units total): LI510 Selection of Materials, LI520 Information Literacy and Reference Services, LI530A Library Media Materials for Elementary Grades, LI530B Library Media Materials for Secondary Grades, LI540 Organization of Information, LI550 Library Media Center Management , LI570 Library Media Technologies (3 units each
3. Field Experience (4 units): LI580
4. Passage of CBEST prior to enrolling in Field Experience
5. Possession of a valid California teaching credential, elementary or secondary,and completion of coursework prior to enrolling in Field Experience .

Note: Equivalency credit may be allowed for coursework completed at CSULB or other universities prior to enrolling in the Library Media Teacher Services Credential Program. Generally, coursework must have been completed within the past seven (7) years but each request will be evaluated individually by the Credential Coordinator.

Master's Degree Requirements (37-40 units total):

Most applicants earn a credential simultaneously while pursuing the master’s degree, although one may earn the MA WITHOUT getting a credential. The credential and master’s degree program requirements overlap, leaving only three (3) additional course requirements for completing the master’s degree, and passage of the Writing Proficiency Exam. The additional coursework will take approx. 1 year to complete. Coursework must have been completed within the past seven years.

See also CSULB Teacher Librarian Credential Program.

Last update: 7/25/08