Overview

The Library Media Specialist for Certified Teachers at The City University of New York is specifically designed for educators who already hold New York State teacher certification. This advanced programme prepares professionals to transition into school library roles by mastering information literacy and collaborative instructional leadership. Students develop the essential skills required to manage modern K-12 school library media centres effectively.

Why Library Media Specialist for Certified Teachers at The City University of New York?

This programme stands out for its deep integration of practical field experience and theoretical knowledge. It emphasises the development of collaborative partnerships between library specialists, school faculty, and administration. Students benefit from a curriculum that focuses on motivating young readers and selecting diverse materials that support the specific information needs of a K-12 school community.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 855 per credit
National fee: USD 855 per credit
Local fee: USD 470 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of 36 credits, including core library science foundations and specialised media specialist training. Modules may include:

Technology of Information
Library and Information Science
Information Sources and Service
Organization of Information
Research in Library and Information Studies
Literature for Children and Adolescents
Organization and Management: School Library Media Centers
Instructional Technologies for K-12 Information Literacy
Resources for the School Curriculum

Careers with Library Media Specialist for Certified Teachers

Graduates of this sequence are qualified to seek additional New York State certification to work in K-12 public school libraries. The programme prepares educators for roles as Library Media Specialists, where they serve the informational and recreational needs of students and parents. Graduates also act as vital resources for school administrators and teaching personnel, providing professional materials and instructional support within the educational system.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Technology of Information

Library and Information Science

Information Sources and Service: General

Organization of Information

Literature for Children and Adolescents

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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100

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

In addition to the requirements for admission to the Graduate School of Library and Information Studies, students who choose this program must possess New York State teacher certification. As of 2016, the GRE is also required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

30780 USD / year

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Out-of-State

30780 USD / year

≈ 30780 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

16920 USD / year

≈ 16920 USD / year

Additional Details

New York State Resident: $5545 / semester.

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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