Advanced Certificate in Library and Information Science

Our technology rich Advanced Certificate Program provides an opportunity for librarians, archivists, and other information professionals to specialize, and/or update their professional education. The program allows an individualized multi-disciplinary approach, based on the specific needs of the student.
 
Nine credits of this 24 credit program may be selected from outside the Division, but within the University in a pertinent subject area. The program helps practicing librarians, and those in related fields, to extend their knowledge in library and information science and may be tailored to the student's specific needs.

Admission Requirements
Applicants must submit evidence of having completed the M.L.S. degree, a personal statement and two letters of recommendation.

What You Need to Know
CIP Code and Description:  25.9999 Library Science, Other
Normal length of program: 4 semesters (Please note that students can work on their own pace so actual length of time to complete the program may vary.)
Related Occupations: Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code of 25-4021.00 – Librarians
Tuition, Fees,  Books, Room and Board Costs: Tuition, Fees, Room and Board Costs are based on prevailing rate of the year in which courses applicable certificate program are taken.
For more information please visit the Tuition and Fees Web site
Federal Student Loan Debt: There were no graduates in the 2010-2011 academic year.
Private Loan Debt: There were no graduates in the 2010-2011 academic year.
Program Completion in Normal Time: There were no graduates in the 2010-2011 academic year.
2010 Job Placement Rate: There were no graduates in the 2010-2011 academic year. 

Contact Information
Queens, Manhattan
(718) 990-6200     
martind1@stjohns.edu

Oakdale
(631) 218-7756     
russelll@stjohns.edu

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