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Overview

Offered in conjunction with the Teacher Librarian Services Credential, this program enables the candidate to earn both the Master of Arts in Education: School Librarianship and the credential by completing three courses beyond the requirements for the credential alone.* The master's degree enhances the credential with educational coursework that combines library services and resources with student, teacher, and classroom needs.

By understanding the curriculum foundations, history, and psychological, philosophical, and ethical issues relevant to today’s student bodies, the librarian services teacher can better facilitate the education process and advance the goals of the California school system.

*Admission to the Master of Arts in Education: School Librarianship is required.

Benefits and Distinctives

  • A blend of theoretical coursework and practical training prepares students to be educational leaders as librarian services teachers who are experts in literacy, technology, and curricula.
  • The program allows students to earn their Master of Arts in Education: School Librarianship along with the Teacher Librarian Services Credential by taking just three classes beyond the credential alone.
  • Students enjoy an integrated online learning community as they progress through their credential and degree.

Learn more about the program and our faculty.

School of Education Accreditation

Azusa Pacific University receives accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). In addition, the School of Education receives accreditation from the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), making APU one of only three private schools in California with this distinction. Further, our credential programs are accredited by California’s Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). These notable accreditations set APU graduates apart from other candidates and ensure your degree will be recognized throughout the United States and internationally.

University Reputation

Azusa Pacific University held its place for the second year in the most prestigious category of the U.S.News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges 2009, ranking in the third tier of the national category. Additionally, for the first time, APU ranked ninth among the best up-and-coming national universities. Previously, APU was ranked in the top 25 schools within the Western Universities-Master’s category, enjoying prominent placement and recognition for outstanding first-year and service-learning programs.

According to Diverse Issues in Higher Education magazine, APU ranked number 6 in the nation in awarding the most master’s degrees to Hispanics. In addition, The Princeton Review included APU as 1 of 120 colleges in the 2009 Best in the West category.

Note: This information is current for the 2008-09 academic year; however, all stated academic information is subject to change. Please refer to the current Academic Catalog for the most current and controlling information. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.