University of North Texas 
In addition to the two core courses required for the M.S. degree, students pursuing the M.S. in Library Science or Information Science with School Librarian Certification must also follow the appropriate degree plan below. To become a school librarian, you must complete our approved Educator Preparation Program (EPP). To include the School Librarian Certification, the course selection is predetermined. Other requirements for the School Librarian Certification are found on the certification pages, therefore please visit the School Librarian Certification page for more information.
Note: If you are applying for the M.S. and School Librarian Certification, you must choose your major (Library Science or Information Science), and in the Educational Background portion of the ApplyTexas application, indicate "School Librarian Certification" as the Area of Interest. Contact the COI Advising Office at ci-advising@unt.edu or 940-565-2445, should you have any questions.
See the program requirements based on your start term.
General Requirements
Total coursework is 36 credit hours. This includes three credit hours of Practicum - INFO 5191, 5192, 5193, which must be completed. This practicum experience cannot be waived for the School Librarian Certification program.
School Librarian Certification varies from state to state but completion of the required sequence of courses listed below has been acceptable to meet the competencies required in all states.
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If you are an out-of-state student, you will also complete a Practicum experience. The state of Texas does not approve practicum sites outside of the state. Out-of-state students cannot be certified in Texas but should check with their own state regarding certification expectations. This resource also lists: School Library Certification by State
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In Texas, the requirement to work as a School Librarian includes the following:
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Two years as an Early Childhood -12th grade classroom teacher.
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A Master's degree from any accredited institution. This can be accomplished concurrently with the school librarian certification.
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Completion of an approved program in school librarianship (courses must be no more than five years old when application is made for School Librarian Certification).
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Passing score on the TExES exam for School Librarianship (exam administered by the state).
| Category | # of Courses | # of credit Hours |
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Master's Required Core Courses - A grade of B or higher must be earned in all two core courses. INFO 5000 - Information and Knowledge Professions |
2 |
6 ( 3 credit hours each) |
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Elective course Any one graduate course of your choice. Courses outside the program must be approved by an advisor. |
1 | 3 |
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Certification Courses in Required Sequence A grade of B or better in all courses is required for certification. Courses include the following:
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Practicum Courses • INFO 5191 (1 credit) |
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| TOTAL COURSEWORK | 12 | 36 |
General Requirements
- Total coursework is 39 credit hours. This includes three credit hours of Practicum - INFO 5191, 5192, 5193 which must be completed. This practicum experience cannot be waived for the School Librarian Certification program.
- Completion of the Capstone Experience
School Librarian Certification varies from state to state but completion of the required sequence of courses listed below has been acceptable to meet the competencies required in all states.
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- If you are an out-of-state student, you will also complete a Practicum experience. The state of Texas does not approve practicum sites outside of the state. Out-of-state students cannot be certified in Texas but should check with their own state regarding certification expectations. This resource also lists: School Library Certification by State
In Texas, the requirement to work as a School Librarian includes the following:
- Two years as an Early Childhood -12th grade classroom teacher.
- A Master's degree from any accredited institution. This can be accomplished concurrently with the school librarian certification.
- Completion of an approved program in school librarianship (courses must be no more than five years old when application is made for School Librarian Certification).
- Passing score on the TExES exam for School Librarianship (exam administered by the state).
| Category | # of Courses | # of credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
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Master's Required Core Courses - A grade of B or higher must be earned in all two core courses. INFO 5000 - Information and Knowledge Professions |
2 |
6 ( 3 credit hours each) |
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Elective courses Any two graduate courses of your choice. Courses outside the program must be approved by an advisor. |
2 | 6 |
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Certification Courses in Required Sequence A grade of B or better in all courses is required for certification. Courses include the following:
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Practicum Courses • INFO 5191 (1 credit) |
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| TOTAL COURSEWORK | 13 | 39 |
General Requirements
- Total coursework is 39 credit hours. This includes three credit hours of Practicum - INFO 5090, which must be completed. This practicum experience cannot be waived for the School Librarian Certification program.
- Completion of the Capstone Experience
School Librarian Certification varies from state to state but completion of the required sequence of courses listed below has been acceptable to meet the competencies required in all states.
-
- If you are an out-of-state student, you will also complete a Practicum experience. The state of Texas does not approve practicum sites outside of the state. Out-of-state students cannot be certified in Texas but should check with their own state regarding certification expectations. This resource also lists: School Library Certification by State
In Texas, the requirement to work as a School Librarian includes the following:
- Two years as an Early Childhood -12th grade classroom teacher.
- A Master's degree from any accredited institution. This can be accomplished concurrently with the school librarian certification.
- Completion of an approved program in school librarianship (courses must be no more than five years old when application is made for School Librarian Certification).
- Passing score on the TExES exam for School Librarianship (exam administered by the state).
| Category | # of Courses | # of credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
Master's Required Core Courses - A grade of B or higher must be earned in all two core courses. INFO 5000 - Information and Knowledge Professions |
2 |
6 ( 3 credit hours each) |
|
Elective courses Any two graduate courses of your choice. Courses outside the program must be approved by an advisor. |
2 | 6 |
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Certification Courses in Required Sequence A grade of B or better in all courses is required for certification. Courses include the following:
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9. INFO 5090.430 PRACTICUM |
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| TOTAL COURSEWORK | 13 | 39 |
Contact Information
If you would like any additional information about our program, please contact the COI Advising Office at ci-advising@unt.edu or 940-565-2445.