School Library Practice (Graduate Certificate)

About this Program

The Library and Information Studies Program offers a School Library Practice Certificate assists those individuals already holding an MLIS degree (or equivalent) and interested in school librarianship to meet licensure requirements.

The School Library Practice Certificate consists of four courses, 12 semester hours, that address the competencies required for school library media licensure. Students who complete the certificate coursework will have the knowledge and skills to fulfill the roles and responsibilities of teacher, instructional partner, information specialist, program manager, and leader in a school setting.

Program Highlights

The only School Library Practice Certificate offered in VA Certificate courses are designed to align with MLIS coursework and meet the VDOE competencies for school library certification.

Available In-Person and Online

AT A GLANCE

Darden College of Education & Professional Studies

Department of STEM Education & Professional Studies

Degree Level

Graduate

Degree Earned

Certificate

Delivery Modes

Online

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Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for School Library Practice at ODU?

Students entering the Certificate program in School Library Practice should meet the minimum university admission requirements Graduate Admission.

Submission of a graduate transcript demonstrating earned a MLIS degree (or equivalent) with minimum 3.0 GPA
Submission of written essay with application
Students must maintain a minimum grade of B- in all LIBS coursework

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Cost of Attendance

We believe in providing students with transparent and accessible information about the cost of attendance.

Review the estimated tuition rates for the 2024-25 academic year (subject to change). Non-resident rates are charged for anyone who is not a current Virginia resident, including international students.

Virginia Resident

Cost Per-Credit $620

Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States

Cost Per-Credit $642

Non-Resident

Cost Per-Credit $1,486

Ways to Fund Your Degree

There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Old Dominion University, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.

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