Public Librarian
Description:
A librarian is an information professional trained in library and information science, which is the organization and management of information services or materials for those with information needs.
License Requirements:
Graduate degree in Library and Information Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association.
Recertification Requirements:
None at this time; changes to regulations proposed to take effect January 2010.
Age Requirements:
None
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
Graduate degree in Library and Information Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association.
Fee Requirements:
$5.00 at this time; proposed changes to regulations will change the fee structure.
Exam Requirements:
None
Exam Description:
None
Licenses Issued and Active:
From January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009, there were 984 licenses issued for this occupation. As of June 15, 2010, there were 19,247 currently registered licenses for this occupation.
(NOTE: This is the total number of certificates issued; the database has not been purged.)
Licensing Authority:
New York State Education Department
New York State Library, Division of Library Development
Cultural Education Center, Room 10B41
Albany, New York 12230
Phone: (518) 474-7890
Fax: (518) 486-5254
mhazapis@mail.nysed.gov
Standard Occupational Classification:
25-4021.00 - Librarians
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Additional Information:
American Library Association
50 E. Huron
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Phone: (800) 545-2433