This program is designed for individuals who have obtained a master’s degree or education specialist degree in another program area and are now interested in becoming eligible for Media Specialist Certification. Initial certification in this area is generally at the master’s level (S-5); there is no certification at the baccalaureate level. Individuals who hold a master’s degree or an education specialist degree who complete all of the requirements for initial Media Specialist certification will be eligible to be certified at the S-5 or S-6 levels.
Requirements for Certification Only—School Library Media
Corequisites: ITED 7204 or an approved P-12 literature course and SPEC 3000/7000 or GaPSC approved course for the Exceptional Child
A transcript evaluation is required to determine a program of study for non-degree/certification only applicants.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Education | 3 | |
| EDUC 5999 | Professional Orientation | 0 |
| CIED 7060 | Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology Integration | 3 |
| Instructional Technology Core | 9 | |
| ITED 7200 | Digital Literacy and Citizenship | 3 |
| ITED 7300 | Instructional Design and Technology Integration | 3 |
| ITED 7400 | Creation and Management of Digital Learning Environments | 3 |
| Courses in Area of Specialization | 12 | |
| ITED 7201 | Information Resources and Services | 3 |
| ITED 7202 | Collection Development and Maintenance | 3 |
| ITED 7203 | Administering School Media Centers | 3 |
| ITED 7204 | Literature for the P-12 School Librarian | 3 |
| Internship | 3 | |
| Internship in School Media Centers | ||
| Total Hours | 27 | |
27 semester hours are contingent on results of transcript evaluation
