The Library and Information Science program prepares students for entering careers in library and information professions, promotes information literacy in a technological and knowledge-based environment, as well as offers opportunities for professionals, paraprofessionals and the wider community to update their skills and knowledge through continuing education courses, workshops, and seminars.
Completion of the following program of study is designed to result in an Associate of Arts degree in Library and Information Science, and meets the general education requirements at all Idaho public universities. Some of our graduates will work as paraprofessionals (library technicians), while others may choose to continue their studies at various four-year institutions. Students intending to become librarians should consider pursuing an American Library Association accredited MLS/MLIS degree. Requirements for school librarians (media generalists/specialists) vary from state to state, but generally include valid teaching credentials with a special media endorsement or certification.
Although some courses in our program may be transferable to various four-year programs, transferability will depend on the specific requirements of the college in question, and therefore students who plan on continuing their education in the field, should talk to their advisor very early in their academic career and will need to work closely on course selection with the institution to which they are planning to transfer. |
