School of Library and Information Science
School of Library and Information Science
The 15-credit hour certificate includes online courses related to literature, programs, and services for youth (birth to age 18). The Certificate can be earned with an MLIS degree, a related master’s degree or as post-master's certificate for those holding an MLS or master’s degree in a related field. It offers the exciting opportunity to experience electives outside of the LIS field.
Program Mission: To prepare students for educational or library careers related to children and young adult literature, programs and services.
Required courses:
Electives (choose two; one must be 600-level or higher):
Certificate Assessment: After successfully completing the required coursework, students are required to complete an e-portfolio that includes assignment examples, reflection, and course descriptions.
For more information, please contact Dr.%20Stacy%20Creel.
*12 hours of electives can count for both a certificate and MLIS.
Youth Service Certificate Plan of Study: gradcertificate_youthservices.xls