The following course of study has been approved by the New Jersey Department of Education to meet certification requirements for becoming a school library media specialist when combined with either a valid teaching certificate, proof of completion of a teacher preparation program, or proof of completion of an approved sequence of three courses in education for school librarians. The Professional Development Studies program at the School of Communication and Information offers an approved sequence of education courses to meet the state requirements.

Lead Courses
    17:610:510  Human Information Behavior (3)
    17:610:530  Principles of Searching (3)
    17:610:550  Information Technology for Libraries and Information Agencies (3)

Central Courses
    17:610:522  Cataloging and Classification (3)
    17:610:540  Reference Sources and Services (3)

Specialization Courses
    17:610:514  Learning Theory, Media, and the Curriculum (3)  
    17:610:547  Materials for Children (3)
    17:610:548  Materials for Young Adults (3)
    17:610:555  Multimedia Production (3)
    17:610:575  Management of School Library Media Programs (3)
    17:610:592  Field Experience (3)

Required Noncredit Courses  
     17:610:501  Introduction to Library and Information Professions (0)
     17:610:502  Colloquium of Library and Information Studies (0)
     17:610:503  ePortfolio Capstone (0)

Electives
     One elective chosen after consultation with adviser