Librarians
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Librarians
The image of the librarian surrounded by stacks of books has gone the way of the card catalog. A wide variety of careers in library science are available these days. The career education information presented here will help you learn more about library science, the job outlook, the career training required, and the career opportunities. |
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Librarians
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Librarians
The image of the librarian surrounded by stacks of books has gone the way of the card catalog. A wide variety of careers in library science are available these days. The career education information presented here will help you learn more about library science, the job outlook, the career training required, and the career opportunities. |
Learn more in the career education information listed below:
- Job Description
- Employment
- Job Outlook
- Related Occupations
- Working Conditions
- Education, Training & Qualifications
- Salary Expectations
- Associations, Resources & Accreditation
Overview
- A master's degree in library science usually is required; special librarians often need an additional graduate or professional degree.
- Applicants for librarian jobs in large cities or suburban areas will face competition, while those willing to work in rural areas should have better job prospects.
Job Description
The traditional concept of a library is being redefined from a place to access paper records or books, to one which also houses the most advanced mediums, including CD-ROM, the Internet, virtual libraries, and remote access to a wide range of resources. Consequently, librarians increasingly are combining traditional duties with tasks involving quickly changing technology. Librarians assist people in finding information and using it effectively for personal and professional purposes. Librarians must have knowledge of a wide variety of scholarly and public information sources, and follow trends related to publishing, computers, and the media to effectively oversee the selection and organization of library materials. They manage staff and develop and direct information programs and systems for the public to ensure information is organized to meet users' needs.
Most librarian positions incorporate three aspects of library work: User services, technical services, and administrative services. Even librarians specializing in one of these areas perform other responsibilities. Librarians in user services, such as reference and children's librarians, work with the public to help them find the information they need. This involves analyzing users' needs to determine what information is appropriate, and searching for, acquiring, and providing information. It also includes an instructional role, such as showing users how to access information. For example, librarians commonly help users navigate the Internet, showing them how to most efficiently search for relevant information. Librarians in technical services, such as acquisitions and cataloguing, acquire and prepare materials for use and often do not deal directly with the public. Librarians in administrative services oversee the management and planning of libraries, negotiate contracts for services, materials, and equipment, supervise library employees, perform public relations and fundraising duties, prepare budgets, and direct activities to ensure that everything functions properly.
In small libraries or information centers, librarians usually handle all aspects of the work. They read book reviews, publishers' announcements, and catalogues to keep up with current literature and other available resources, and select and purchase materials from publishers, wholesalers, and distributors. Librarians prepare new materials by classifying them by subject matter, and describe books and other library materials so they are easy to find. They supervise assistants who prepare cards, computer records, or other access tools that direct users to resources. In large libraries, librarians often specialize in a single area, such as acquisitions, cataloguing, bibliography, reference, special collections, or administration. Teamwork is increasingly important to ensure quality service to the public.
Librarians also compile lists of books, periodicals, articles, and audiovisual materials on particular subjects; analyze collections; and recommend materials. They collect and organize books, pamphlets, manuscripts, and other materials in a specific field, such as rare books, genealogy, or music. In addition, they coordinate programs such as storytelling for children, and literacy skills and book talks for adults; conduct classes; publicize services; provide reference help; write grants; and oversee other administrative matters.
Librarians are classified according to the type of library in which they work - public libraries, school library media centers, academic libraries, and special libraries. Some librarians work with specific groups, such as children, young adults, adults, or the disadvantaged. In school library media centers, librarians help teachers develop curricula, acquire materials for classroom instruction, and sometimes team-teach.
Librarians also work in information centers or libraries maintained by government agencies, corporations, law firms, advertising agencies, museums, professional associations, medical centers, hospitals, religious organizations, and research laboratories. They build and arrange an organization's information resources, which usually are limited to subjects of special interest to the organization. These special librarians can provide vital information services by preparing abstracts and indexes of current periodicals, organizing bibliographies, or analyzing background information and preparing reports on areas of particular interest. For example, a special librarian working for a corporation could provide the sales department with information on competitors or new developments affecting their field.
Many libraries have access to remote databases and maintain their own computerized databases. The widespread use of automation in libraries makes database searching skills important to librarians. Librarians develop and index databases and help train users to develop searching skills for the information they need. Some libraries are forming consortiums with other libraries through electronic mail. This allows patrons to simultaneously submit information requests to several libraries. The Internet also is expanding the amount of available reference information. Librarians must be aware of how to use these resources in order to locate information.
Librarians with computer and information systems skills can work as automated systems librarians, planning and operating computer systems, and information science librarians, designing information storage and retrieval systems and developing procedures for collecting, organizing, interpreting, and classifying information. These librarians analyze and plan for future information needs. (The increased use of automated information systems enables librarians to focus on administrative and budgeting responsibilities, grant writing, and specialized research requests, while delegating more technical and user services responsibilities to technicians.
Increasingly, librarians apply their information management and research skills to arenas outside of libraries - for example, database development, reference tool development, information systems, publishing, Internet coordination, marketing, and training of database users. Entrepreneurial librarians sometimes start their own consulting practices, acting as freelance librarians or information brokers and providing services to other libraries, businesses, or government agencies.
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Working Conditions
Librarians spend a significant portion of time at their desks or in front of computer terminals; extended work at video display terminals can cause eyestrain and headaches. Assisting users in obtaining information for their jobs, recreational purposes, and other tasks can be challenging and satisfying; at the same time, working with users under deadlines can be demanding and stressful. Some librarians lift and carry books, and some climb ladders to reach high stacks. Librarians in small organizations sometimes shelve books themselves.
More than 2 out of 10 librarians work part time. Public and college librarians often work weekends and evenings, and have to work some holidays. School librarians usually have the same workday schedule as classroom teachers and similar vacation schedules. Special librarians usually work normal business hours, but in fast-paced industries - such as advertising or legal services - they can work longer hours during peak times.
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Employment
Librarians held about 149,000 jobs in 2000. Most were in school and academic libraries; others were in public and special libraries. A small number of librarians worked for hospitals and religious organizations. Others worked for governments.
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Education, Training & Qualifications
A master's degree in Library Science (MLS) is necessary for librarian positions in most public, academic, and special libraries, and in some school libraries. The Federal Government requires an MLS or the equivalent in education and experience. Many colleges and universities offer MLS programs, but employers often prefer graduates of the approximately 56 schools accredited by the American Library Association. Most MLS programs require a bachelor's degree; any liberal arts major is appropriate.
Most MLS programs take 1 year to complete; others take 2. A typical graduate program includes courses in the foundations of library and information science, including the history of books and printing, intellectual freedom and censorship, and the role of libraries and information in society. Other basic courses cover material selection and processing, the organization of information, reference tools and strategies, and user services. Courses are adapted to educate librarians to use new resources brought about by advancing technology such as on-line reference systems, Internet search methods, and automated circulation systems. Course options can include resources for children or young adults; classification, cataloguing, indexing, and abstracting; library administration; and library automation. Computer-related coursework is an increasingly important part of an MLS degree. Some programs offer interdisciplinary degrees combining technical coursework in information science with traditional training in library science.
An MLS provides general preparation for library work, but some individuals specialize in a particular area such as reference, technical services, or children's services. A Ph.D. degree in library and information science is advantageous for a college teaching position, or a top administrative job in a college or university library or large library system.
In special libraries, an MLS usually is also required. In addition, most special librarians supplement their education with knowledge of the subject specialization, sometimes earning a master's, doctoral, or professional degree in the subject. Subject specializations include medicine, law, business, engineering, and the natural and social sciences. For example, a librarian working for a law firm may also be a licensed attorney, holding both library science and law degrees. In some jobs, knowledge of a foreign language is needed.
State certification requirements for public school librarians vary widely. Most States require school librarians, often called library media specialists, to be certified as teachers and have had courses in library science. An MLS is needed in some cases, perhaps with a library media specialization, or a master's in education with a specialty in school library media or educational media. Some States require certification of public librarians employed in municipal, county, or regional library systems.
Librarians participate in continuing training once they are on the job to keep abreast of new information systems brought about by changing technology.
Experienced librarians can advance to administrative positions, such as department head, library director, or chief information officer.
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Job Outlook
Employment of librarians is expected to grow more slowly than the average for all occupations over the 2000-10 period. The increasing use of computerized information storage and retrieval systems continues to contribute to slow growth in the demand for librarians. Computerized systems make cataloguing easier, which library technicians now handle. In addition, many libraries are equipped for users to access library computers directly from their homes or offices. These systems allow users to bypass librarians and conduct research on their own. However, librarians are needed to manage staff, help users develop database searching techniques, address complicated reference requests, and define users' needs. Despite expectations of slower-than-average employment growth, the need to replace librarians as they retire will result in numerous additional job openings.
Applicants for librarian jobs in large metropolitan areas, where most graduates prefer to work, usually face competition; those willing to work in rural areas should have better job prospects. Opportunities will be best for librarians outside traditional settings. Nontraditional library settings include information brokers, private corporations, and consulting firms. Many companies are turning to librarians because of their research and organizational skills, and knowledge of computer databases and library automation systems. Librarians can review vast amounts of information and analyze, evaluate, and organize it according to a company's specific needs. Librarians also are hired by organizations to set up information on the Internet. Librarians working in these settings may be classified as systems analysts, database specialists and trainers, webmasters or web developers, or LAN (local area network) coordinators.
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Salary Expectations
Salaries of librarians vary according to the individual's qualifications and the type, size, and location of the library. Librarians with primarily administrative duties often have greater earnings. Median annual earnings of librarians in 2000 were $41,700. The middle 50 percent earned between $32,840 and $52,110. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $25,030, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $62,990. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of librarians in 2000 were as follows:
- Elementary and secondary schools $43,320
- Colleges and universities $43,050
- Local government, except education and hospitals $38,370
The average annual salary for all librarians in the Federal Government in nonsupervisory, supervisory, and managerial positions was $63,651 in 2001.
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Related Occupations
Librarians play an important role in the transfer of knowledge and ideas by providing people with access to the information they need and want. Jobs requiring similar analytical, organizational, and communicative skills include archivists, curators, and museum technicians; and computer and information scientists, research. The management aspect of a librarian's work is similar to the work of managers in a variety of business and government settings. School librarians have many duties similar to those of school teachers. Other jobs requiring the computer skills of some librarians include database administrators and computer systems analysts.
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Associations, Resources & Accreditation
Information on librarianship, including information on scholarships or loans, is available from the American Library Association. For a listing of accredited library education programs, check their homepage.
- American Library Association
For information on a career as a special librarian, write to:
- Special Libraries Association
Information on graduate schools of library and information science can be obtained from:
- Association for Library and Information Science Education
For information on a career as a law librarian, scholarship information, and a list of ALA-accredited schools offering programs in law librarianship, contact:
- American Association of Law Libraries
For information on employment opportunities as a health sciences librarian, scholarship information, credentialing information, and a list of MLA-accredited schools offering programs in health sciences librarianship, contact:
- Medical Library Association
Information on acquiring a job as a librarian with the Federal Government may be obtained from the Office of Personnel Management through a telephone-based system. Consult your telephone directory under U.S. Government for a local number, or call (912) 757-3000; Federal Relay Service (800) 877-8339. The first number is not toll free and charges may result.
Information concerning requirements and application procedures for positions in the Library of Congress can be obtained directly from:
State library agencies can furnish information on scholarships available through their offices, requirements for certification, and general information about career prospects in the State. Several of these agencies maintain job hotlines reporting openings for librarians.
State departments of education can furnish information on certification requirements and job opportunities for school librarians.
Many library science schools offer career placement services to their alumni and current students. Some allow nonaffiliated students and jobseekers to use their services.
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Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2002-03 Edition, Librarians, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/
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The Accounting program at Bryant & Stratton College provides the technical and critical skills needed to excel in the field of accounting. Following graduation, our students are ready to enter such fields as general ledger accounting, managerial accounting, and tax preparation. Entry-level positions may be found in the manufacturing, retail and service industries as well as the government sector. Some typical jobs in accounting include (national salary averages from salary.com): Accountant I ($36,784 - $44,765), Accountant II ($43,715 - $54,405), Tax Accountant ($41,164 - $51,492).
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Graduates of the Bachelor of Science Financial Services program will be able to: Analyze and apply contemporary knowledge and skills in the financial services sector. Demonstrate strategic and tactical financial planning abilities. Analyze and evaluate client cases to prepare solutions that meet immediate need and long term goals. Use legal and ethical principles to analyze and apply practices to preserve wealth. Meet eligibility requirements for the rigorous multi-part CFP? Exam. Employ information literacy skills through the effective use of technology and information resources to accomplish a goal. Pursue new learning opportunities within their community and career for personal and professional growth. Develop thinking processes and utilize learning strategies to understand their metacognative abilities. Transfer knowledge from life lessons and formal instruction to new situations as evidence of relational learning Demonstrate proficient mathematical and communication (written and oral) skills as required in the workplace.
Personal Financial Planning is one of the most lucrative and rapidly expanding professions. Much of the growth is attributable to the maturation of the Baby Boomers population; those entering their peak earning years and needing assistance to effectively manage and protect wealth. To prepare for this profession, the program requires students to take business, accounting, and finance courses in addition to the essential liberal arts course series required for career success and mobility. Students in this program will also develop knowledge, skills and competency in estate planning, investments, insurance, tax, retirement planning, and employee benefits planning as part of this specialized degree program. Some typical jobs for finance include (national salary averages from salary.com): Cash Flow Analyst ($36,027 - $44,757), Retirement (IRA) Specialist ($32,356 - 55,340), Claims Adjuster ($39,583 - $50,144).
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Research opportunities and field experiences offer students insight into real-world applications of the information and skills they learn in class and help students prepare to successfully transition into a health care administration or management career.
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The Interactive Media Design program prepares students for careers involving electronic media products and focusing on marketing and design. Interactive Media Design is a field of study that integrates the elements of audio, video, still images, animation, text, and data for the delivery of interactive content either through multimedia devices or the Internet. The Interactive Media Design program will produce graduates who are prepared for entry-level positions with service bureaus, multimedia design and production companies, advertising design firms, corporate training developers, and companies specializing in electronic publication and Web design. Graduates of this program will have a solid background in interactive media design and imaging hardware and software. Through design projects and hands-on experience, they will develop a working knowledge of interactive media design and multimedia project authoring.
The Medical Administrative Assistant program offers specialized training in modern medical office procedures. Graduates of the program are prepared for entry-level employment in private medical practices, outpatient departments, clinics, or government institutions. The program offers a foundation in keyboarding, document processing, and integrated office systems software programs with specialized training in medical billing, billing and coding, medical transcription, medical records, and modern medical office procedures. Graduates of this program will be able to apply coding, billing, records management, transcription and scheduling skills to administrative health care industry standards. Students study and practice the skills that will help them gain national billing certification from the American Billing Association (AMBA). Students can prepare for the national test through the Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (CMRS) boot camp that is offered along with this degree. Some typical jobs in the medical administrative assistant field include (national salary averages from salary.com): Medical Staff Coordinator ($38,193 - $50,389), Medical Transcription Supervisor ($43,656 - $55,317), Medical Records Administrator ($46,580 - $69,398).
The Medical Reimbursement and Coding (MRC) Program prepares students to sit for the national coding exams, or begin working in the coding and billing field. This unique program is formatted to specifically address, through core courses, a means to facilitate uniformity of terms, the structure and organization of the body systems, common disease processes, and common pharmacological treatments. The core courses provide students with a foundation on which they will complete the coding portion of this comprehensive program. After completing the mandatory core courses, students will have a choice of studying for Physician coding or Hospital/inpatient coding. While some coding professionals choose one type of coding based on their own interest and style, many coders are cross-credentialed and able to work in both arenas. The MRC Program prepares students with the information needed to choose one or both coding paths. Students will study and practice the skills that will help them gain national coding certification from either The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). The comprehensive nature of the MRC Program fulfills all hourly criteria for both AHIMA and AAPC national certifying bodies. Students who successfully complete the MRC Program will be equipped to participate in the field of medical coding and reimbursement.
The Associates degree in Network Technology offers students a foundation of coursework and hands-on experiences with Network Systems commonly found in Business environments. In this program, students will discover how information systems support organizational success. Networking students will then move on to discover the technologies that make up the network infrastructures that allow for successful transfer and use of mission critical business information. Those in the Network Technology program will learn how to install, configure, secure, administer, and troubleshoot network systems. Students will also address managing users, shared resources, and various other network components like routers and switches in LANS, WANS, and wireless network environments. Some typical jobs for networking technology include (national salary averages from salary.com): Level I LAN Support ($37,949 - $42,498), Data Control Clerk I ($25,655 - $37,678), IT Asset Management Administrator ($33,364 - $68,488).
The Paralegal Studies program emphasizes practical hands-on applications and prepares students to analyze cases and to prepare legal forms and documents required in litigating law suits, prosecuting crimes, closing real estate transactions, and drafting documents used in custody, separation, and divorce proceedings. The program also emphasizes the ethical considerations for legal professionals as prescribed by the American Bar Association and the National Federation of Paralegal Associations. Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in private law firms or in other related occupations in government and legal departments of banks, corporations, insurance companies, accounting firms, and real estate development or property-management firms. Some typical jobs in paralegal studies include (national salary averages from salary.com): Court Reporter ($34,846 - $63,211), Paralegal I ($37,643 - $51,478), Paralegal II ($44,839 - $58,531).
The Associates degree in Security Technology offers students a foundation of coursework and hands-on experiences with business technology systems, and the security procedures and technologies used to secure those systems. In this program, students will discover how information systems are integral to organizational success. Security students will then move on to discover the technologies that comprise network infrastructures that allow for the successful transfer and use of mission critical business information. After discovering the makeup of Technology systems, Security students will move on to experience the technologies and procedures Technology professionals use to secure business systems and assets. Students will learn how to assess businesses for risk, develop effective policies and procedures to secure systems and respond to incidents and disasters. Students will also interact with the technologies used to secure and harden servers, network operating systems, and systems in general. Some typical jobs for security technology include (national salary averages from salary.com): Help Desk Support ($38,844 - $50,094), Database Analyst I ($30,325 - $63,951), Business Systems Analyst I ($38,682 - $55,719).
Bryant and Stratton College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. This is a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.
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Western Governor's University
At Western Governors University, your competence - the knowledge and skills you possess - is the ultimate focus of every degree program.
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Spanning from birth to age eight, this early childhood education program is appropriate for teaching candidates who need a bachelor?s degree, want to become a certified early childhood education teacher, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies.
The B.A. in Early Childhood Education (Birth through Grade 3) prepares you for licensure to become an early childhood education teacher. The program provides you with the comprehensive groundwork, knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed for working with infants, toddlers, and young children from birth through age eight (or the third grade). Depending on state licensure options, this program leads to initial licensure in early childhood education, PK-3, K-3, etc., and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting.
This program is appropriate for teaching candidates who need a bachelor?s degree, want to become a certified elementary school teacher or middle school generalist, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8) prepares you for licensure to become an elementary teacher or middle school generalist. The program teaches you the content knowledge and teaching skills to become a highly qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
Math teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor?s degree, wants to become a certified middle school or high school math teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The B.A. in Mathematics (5-9 or 9-12) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in middle school and high school mathematics. The program educates you to become a highly qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
This program is appropriate for master?s candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in biology, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in Science Education (5-12, Biological Sciences) prepares you for secondary science certification in biology. Graduates become better biology teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master?s degree in a high-demand field!
Chemistry teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor?s degree, wants to become a certified high school chemistry teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The B.A. in Science (5-12, Chemistry) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in high school chemistry. In this program, you?ll learn and develop the skills and knowledge in general science, advanced chemistry, and teaching methods you need to become a highly-qualified high school chemistry teacher. The program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting and a home science lab. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
This program is appropriate for master?s candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in earth science, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in Science Education (5-12, Geosciences) prepares you for secondary science certification in earth science. Graduates become better earth science teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master?s degree in a high-demand field!
Physics teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor?s degree, wants to become a certified high school physics teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The B.A. in Science (5-12, Physics) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in high school physics. In this program, you?ll learn and develop the skills and knowledge in general science, advanced physics, and teaching methods you need to become a highly-qualified physics teacher. The program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting and a home science lab. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
Science teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor?s degree, wants to become a certified middle school science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The B.A. in Science (5-9) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in middle school science. In this program, you?ll learn and develop the skills and knowledge in general science and teaching methods you need to become a highly-qualified science teacher. The program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting and a home science lab. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
This program is appropriate for teaching candidates seeking certification who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn endorsement in special education, and begin their careers in this high-demand field. The B.A. in Special Education (PK-12) prepares you to effectively teach students with mild to moderate cross-categorical disabilities. Graduates become highly-qualified special education teachers. Scholarships are available to those who qualify.
Whether you want to advance your accounting career in a corporation, non-profit organization, or government entity, the Accounting program at WGU is an accredited and affordable education option. Through the program, you will get a broad education in general business skills as well as specialized training in cost accounting, tax accounting, auditing, and other critical areas. If you?re a self-motivated learner and can devote 15 to 20 hours a week to your studies, the WGU Accounting program is for you.
If you want to advance or enter a career in human resources, the Human Resource Management program at WGU is an accredited and affordable education option. Not only will this program prepare you to become an HR manager or personnel director in both the public and private sectors, it will also help you gain a valuable understanding of all aspects of this exciting career, including labor relations, occupational health, and strategic management. If you?re a self-motivated learner who wants to advance or enter a career in HR and can devote 15 to 20 hours a week to your studies, the WGU Human Resource Management program is for you.
When you want to incorporate your IT skills into a career in management, the Information Technology program at WGU is an accredited and affordable education option. Not only will you get the rigorous IT training you need, but you will get the communication and managerial skills you will need to manage both projects and personnel in customer service, data centers, tech support centers and more. If you?re a self-motivated learner who wants to advance your IT skills into management and can devote 15 to 20 hours a week to your studies, the WGU Information Technology Management program is for you.
Whether you want a management position in private business, a public corporation or the government, the B.S. Business Management program at WGU will prepare you with the business skills and knowledge you need. A perfect program for business managers or professionals who need their bachelor?s degree, this program is ideal for a self-motivated learner who can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
Become a unique asset in the world of health informatics and health information management. WGU?s B.S. in Health Informatics program combines concepts from healthcare, IT, and leadership practice to provide you with the knowledge and skills to become a valuable designer, developer, and manager of health information systems. This program is for experienced healthcare or IT professionals seeking an affordable bachelor?s degree and two IT certifications to work in this high-demand field.
This flexible, accredited program incorporates two IT certifications at an affordable cost: CompTIA A+ IT Technician and CIW Database Design Specialist (all certification fees are included in your tuition). This program has been designed to align with the American Health Information Management Association?s (AHIMA) curriculum competencies. You may be eligible to apply to sit for the AHIMA Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credentialing exam upon completion of this program.
WGU is the recipient of the USDLA 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning for 2008, awarded in recognition of our success in expanding access to higher education. WGU was also recognized by TIME Magazine as the ?best relatively cheap university you?ve never heard of? in the 11/13/08 issue of the periodical.
Build the foundation you need to succeed in the fast-growing IT industry. WGU?s B.S. in Information Technology program provides you with a solid foundation of IT skills that employers demand along with eight IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who wants a broad IT education, the IT certifications to succeed, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies.
This flexible, accredited program incorporates eight IT certifications including CompTIA, CIW, and MCTS at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You?ll complete coursework in operating systems, networks, databases, software, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
WGU is the recipient of the USDLA 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning for 2008, awarded in recognition of our success in expanding access to higher education. WGU was also recognized by TIME Magazine as the ?best relatively cheap university you?ve never heard of? in the 11/13/08 issue of the periodical.
Strengthen or develop your skills and career opportunities in database administration. WGU?s B.S. in Information Technology?Databases program provides you with the leading-edge database administration skills that employers demand along with nine IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has database administration experience, wants to specialize in database administration, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies.
This flexible, accredited program incorporates nine IT certifications including the Oracle 10g Administrator Certified Associate (OCA) at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You?ll also complete coursework in operating systems, networks, software, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
WGU is the recipient of the USDLA 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning for 2008, awarded in recognition of our success in expanding access to higher education. WGU was also recognized by TIME Magazine as the ?best relatively cheap university you?ve never heard of? in the 11/13/08 issue of the periodical.
Become an expert IT security specialist. WGU?s B.S. in Information Technology?Security program provides you with the latest IT security management skills that employers demand along with nine IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has IT security management experience, wants to specialize in IT security, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies.
This flexible, accredited program incorporates nine IT certifications including the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA?) Security Certification at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You?ll also complete coursework in operating systems, networks, databases, software, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
WGU is a member institution of the Microsoft IT Academy, incorporating Microsoft training curriculum, coursework, and certifications into our challenging, competency-based IT degrees. WGU was also recognized by TIME Magazine as the ?best relatively cheap university you?ve never heard of? and featured on NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams.
Take your software development career to the next level. WGU?s B.S. in Information Technology?Software program provides you with solution-drive software development skills that employers demand along with ten IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has software development experience, wants to specialize in software development, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies.
This flexible, accredited program incorporates ten IT certifications including Sun Certified Java Programmer (SCJP) at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You?ll also complete coursework in operating systems, networks, databases, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
WGU is the recipient of the USDLA 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning for 2008, awarded in recognition of our success in expanding access to higher education. WGU was also recognized by TIME Magazine as the ?best relatively cheap university you?ve never heard of? in the 11/13/08 issue of the periodical.
If you?re looking to start or advance your career in marketing, the Marketing Management program at WGU is an accredited and affordable education option. By preparing you in a wide variety of expertise, including strategic marketing, product management, promotion, pricing, distribution, sales, and more, this program will help you qualify for the career you want in marketing, sales, publicity or promotion. If you?re a self-motivated learner and can devote 15 to 20 hours a week to your studies, the WGU Marketing Management program is for you.
Enhance your personal status, boost your salary, and increase your job security with WGU?s B.S. in Nursing. This program is for actively working registered nurses (RNs) who hold an associate?s degree or diploma in nursing, possess healthcare industry experience, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.Based on National League of Nursing (NLN) competency standards, the B.S. in Nursing prepares you to become a higher level nurse in hospitals and other healthcare facilities. The program incorporates skills and knowledge beyond the clinical aspects of nursing, integrating patient education, health promotion, nursing roles and values, and technology, as well as healthcare systems and policies into the curriculum. This is a perfect program for RNs with associate?s degrees who want to advance their status and careers. WGU nursing programs are CCNE accredited.
Start or advance your career in network server administration. WGU?s B.S. in Information Technology?Network Server Administration program provides you with the leading-edge server administration skills that employers demand along with nine IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has network server administration experience, wants to specialize in network server administration, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies.
This flexible, accredited program incorporates nine IT certifications including Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Server Administrator at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You?ll also complete coursework in operating systems, databases, software, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
WGU is the recipient of the USDLA 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning for 2008, awarded in recognition of our success in expanding access to higher education. WGU was also recognized by TIME Magazine as the ?best relatively cheap university you?ve never heard of? in the 11/13/08 issue of the periodical.
Start or advance your career in networks design and management. WGU?s B.S. in Information Technology?Networks Design and Management program provides you with advanced network design, systems engineering, and management skills that employers demand along with nine IT certifications. This program is ideal for someone who has experience in networks design, wants to specialize in networks design or network systems engineering, and can devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies.
This flexible, accredited program incorporates nine IT certifications including the MCITP (Microsoft Certified IT Professional) Enterprise Administrator at an affordable cost (all certification fees are included in your tuition). You?ll also complete coursework in operating systems, databases, software, security, and project management. This is a perfect program if you already hold relevant IT certifications as you can use them to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money.
WGU is a member institution of the Microsoft IT Academy, incorporating Microsoft training curriculum, coursework, and certifications into our challenging, competency-based IT degrees. WGU was also recognized by TIME Magazine as the ?best relatively cheap university you?ve never heard of? and featured on NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams.
WGU?s B.S. in Sales and Sales Management will give you a competitive advantage in the marketplace as it equips you with the tools, techniques, and knowledge to excel in your profession. This online program offers flexible scheduling and is ideal for the sales professional who already possesses sales experience, and wishes to move into management but needs a bachelor?s degree to do so. Students should expect to devote 20 or more hours per week to their studies. Two industry-recognized sales certifications are part of the curriculum: Action Selling Sales Skills Certification and CSE?--Certified Sales Executive. This program is well suited for people with at least one year of college completed.
This program is specifically designed for already-licensed, practicing teachers who already possess a master?s degree and want to become a school principal. If you can devote 20 or more hours per week to your studies, you?ll be prepared to serve as a highly effective, instruction-based, certified principal. You will learn, for example, how to design and implement effective, standards-based educational improvement plans.
This program is not an option for students in the following states: Hawaii, Minnesota, Connecticut, Michigan, Kansas, Oregon, Oklahoma, Ohio, North Carolina, Delaware, Wyoming, Mississippi, or Missouri.
This program is for master?s candidates who already have a teaching license and a bachelor?s degree, can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn endorsement in English language learning (ELL) also known as English as a second language (ESL), and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in English Language Learning prepares you to teach core subjects to non-English speakers. Graduates enhance their curricular development skills, teaching skills, and leadership abilities.
This program is not for those who want to learn to speak and write the English language, nor for those interested in becoming English teachers or teaching English in a foreign country.
The Education Media Design & Technology Master's Degree program tailors to creating and developing future leaders in the education and corporate training fields. This 12-month intensive program spans across several areas of technology, education, design, corporate training, and theoretical perspectives.
Whether your passion is in the k-12 setting as an educator, or a corporate trainer wanting to learn new strategies to engage your audience, this multi-faceted degree will provide a foundation necessary to meet the needs of the students and workers of today and tomorrow! This degree will give you hands on experience of creating, tailoring and implementing effective uses of technology in your workplace.
Biology teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor?s degree, wants to become a certified high school biology teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The B.A. in Science (5-12, Biological Sciences) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure in high school biology. In this program, you?ll learn and develop the skills and knowledge in general science, advanced biology, and science teaching methods you need to become a highly-qualified biology teacher. The program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting and a home science lab. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
This program is appropriate for master?s candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in chemistry, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in Science Education (5-12, Chemistry) prepares you for secondary science certification in chemistry. Graduates become better chemistry teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master?s degree in a high-demand field!
Earth science teachers are in high demand! This program is ideal for someone who needs a bachelor?s degree, wants to become a certified high school earth science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The B.A. in Science (5-12, Geosciences) prepares you for secondary teacher licensure high school earth science. In this program, you?ll learn and develop the skills and knowledge in general science, advanced geoscience, and science teaching methods you need to become a highly-qualified earth science teacher. The program includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting and a home science lab. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
This program is appropriate for master?s candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn a secondary certification in physics, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.A. in Science Education (5-12, Physics) prepares you for secondary science certification in physics. Graduates become better physics teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in technology integration, instruction, measurement, and management and innovation. Earn more with a master?s degree in a high-demand field!
The Education Media Design & Technology Master's Degree program tailors to creating and developing future leaders in the education and corporate training fields. This 12-month intensive program spans across several areas of technology, education, design, corporate training, and theoretical perspectives.
Whether your passion is in the k-12 setting as an educator, or a corporate trainer wanting to learn new strategies to engage your audience, this multi-faceted degree will provide a foundation necessary to meet the needs of the students and workers of today and tomorrow! This degree will give you hands on experience of creating, tailoring and implementing effective uses of technology in your workplace.
The Education Media Design & Technology Master's Degree program tailors to creating and developing future leaders in the education and corporate training fields. This 12-month intensive program spans across several areas of technology, education, design, corporate training, and theoretical perspectives.
Whether your passion is in the k-12 setting as an educator, or a corporate trainer wanting to learn new strategies to engage your audience, this multi-faceted degree will provide a foundation necessary to meet the needs of the students and workers of today and tomorrow! This degree will give you hands on experience of creating, tailoring and implementing effective uses of technology in your workplace.
The program is ideal for someone who (1) already holds a bachelor?s degree in math, science, or engineering, (2) wants to become a certified and licensed middle or high school math teacher, and (3) desires to earn a master?s degree. It is perfectly suited for those who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, and ideal candidates include unlicensed mathematics substitute teachers, career changers, retired military, and others who feel the call to teach.
If you already have a mathematics background, you can become a licensed teacher and earn a master?s degree. The M.A. in Teaching, Mathematics, combines teacher licensure and a master?s degree in a program that trains you to become a highly qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. As a master?s program, it includes additional training in research and your choice of instructional design, management and innovation, measurement, or technology integration.
The program is ideal for someone who (1) already holds a bachelor?s degree in math, science, or engineering, (2) wants to become a certified and licensed middle or high school science teacher, and (3) desires to earn a master?s degree. It is perfectly suited for those who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, and ideal candidates include unlicensed science substitute teachers, career changers, retired military, and others who feel the call to teach.
Perfect for someone who already has a science background, you can become a licensed teacher and earn a master?s degree. The M.A. in Teaching, Science, combines teacher licensure and a master?s degree in a program that trains you to become a highly qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. As a master?s program, it includes additional training in research and your choice of instructional design, management and innovation, measurement, or technology integration.
The program is ideal for someone who (1) already holds a bachelor?s degree in social science, (2) wants to become a certified and licensed middle or high school social science teacher, and (3) desires to earn a master?s degree. It is perfectly suited for those who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, and ideal candidates include unlicensed social science substitute teachers, career changers, retired military, and others who feel the call to teach.
If you already have a social science background, you can become a licensed teacher and earn a master?s degree. The M.A. in Teaching, Social Science, combines teacher licensure and a master?s degree in a program that trains you to become a highly qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. As a master?s program, it includes additional training in research, instructional design, and performance improvement.
The Education Media Design & Technology Master's Degree program tailors to creating and developing future leaders in the education and corporate training fields. This 12-month intensive program spans across several areas of technology, education, design, corporate training, and theoretical perspectives.
Whether your passion is in the k-12 setting as an educator, or a corporate trainer wanting to learn new strategies to engage your audience, this multi-faceted degree will provide a foundation necessary to meet the needs of the students and workers of today and tomorrow! This degree will give you hands on experience of creating, tailoring and implementing effective uses of technology in your workplace.
The Education Media Design & Technology Master's Degree program tailors to creating and developing future leaders in the education and corporate training fields. This 12-month intensive program spans across several areas of technology, education, design, corporate training, and theoretical perspectives.
Whether your passion is in the k-12 setting as an educator, or a corporate trainer wanting to learn new strategies to engage your audience, this multi-faceted degree will provide a foundation necessary to meet the needs of the students and workers of today and tomorrow! This degree will give you hands on experience of creating, tailoring and implementing effective uses of technology in your workplace.
This program is specifically designed for already-licensed, practicing teachers aspiring to become school principals. If you can devote 15-20 hours per week to your studies, you'll be prepared to serve as a highly effective, instruction-based, certified principal. You will learn, for example, how to design and implement effective, standards-based educational improvement plans. The course of study integrates best practices in educational leadership into a case-study approach that culminates in an integrated practicum and capstone project.
The M.S. in Educational Leadership is based on multiple national standards, including the standards of the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) and the principles of the Baldrige National Quality Program's Education Criteria for Performance Excellence in Schools.
nursing bachelor?s degree (BSN), already possess healthcare industry experience, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The M.S. in Nursing?Education Specialization prepares you to become a nurse educator in schools, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. The program equips you with high-level knowledge and skills while incorporating best practices in policy, organization, and financing; role development; research; advanced nursing practice; and nurse education. This is a perfect program for RNs with BSNs who want to become nurse educators. WGU programs are CCNE accredited.
This program is for actively working registered nurses (RNs) who hold a nursing bachelor?s degree (BSN), already possess healthcare industry experience, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The M.S. in Nursing?Leadership and Management Specialization prepares you to become a staff developer or health administrator in schools, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. The program equips you with high-level knowledge and skills while incorporating best practices in policy, organization, and financing; role development; research; advanced nursing practice; and nurse leadership and management. This is a perfect program for RNs with BSNs who want to become nurse leaders or managers. WGU programs are CCNE accredited.
WGU?s M.S. in Nursing?Education (RN to MSN Option) is for registered nurses (RNs) who hold an associate?s degree, already possess nursing experience, and can devote 20 or more hours to their studies.
This direct RN to MSN option prepares you with bachelor?s- and graduate-level coursework to earn your master?s degree. The program equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to become an effective nurse educator in a variety of healthcare settings. You?ll develop best practices in nurse education, advanced nursing practice, healthcare policy, and the nursing sciences. This is a perfect program for RNs with associate?s degrees who want to become nurse educators.
WGU nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
WGU?s M.S. in Nursing?Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option) is for registered nurses (RNs) who hold an associate?s degree, already possess nursing experience, and can devote 20 or more hours to their studies.
This direct RN to MSN option prepares you with bachelor?s- and graduate-level coursework to earn your master?s degree. The program equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to move into nursing management or administration. You?ll develop best practices in leadership and management, advanced nursing practice, healthcare policy, and the nursing sciences. This is a perfect program for RNs with associate?s degrees who want to become nurse leaders or managers.
WGU nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
The Education Media Design & Technology Master's Degree program tailors to creating and developing future leaders in the education and corporate training fields. This 12-month intensive program spans across several areas of technology, education, design, corporate training, and theoretical perspectives.
Whether your passion is in the k-12 setting as an educator, or a corporate trainer wanting to learn new strategies to engage your audience, this multi-faceted degree will provide a foundation necessary to meet the needs of the students and workers of today and tomorrow! This degree will give you hands on experience of creating, tailoring and implementing effective uses of technology in your workplace.
Career opportunities are wide open for professionals with advanced IT security and assurance skills and credentials. WGU?s flexible, accredited program includes one major IT certification and provides you with the skills you need to succeed at very affordable tuition.
The M.S. Information Security and Assurance degree program is ideal for someone with a bachelor?s degree and experience in security and assurance who wants to earn a master?s degree in a high-demand field and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies. You will graduate with the necessary skills for the protection of networks, communication, and data, as well as the knowledge base for planning, implementing, and managing enterprise level security and system integrity. This program is built in alignment with the security standards put in place by the National Security Agency and encompasses the 10 security domains that are the foundations of the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU?s IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.
This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner who already possesses significant ?real world? experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The Master of Business Administration prepares you for mid-level to upper-level management positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations. The program educates you in a number of critical areas, including distribution, financial reporting, analysis, communication, ethics, strategy, and leadership. A perfect program for the experienced business professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.
This program is ideal for the self-motivated learner who already possesses healthcare industry experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The MBA ? Healthcare Management prepares you for mid-level to upper-level healthcare management positions. The program educates you in core business skills, essential industry knowledge, and advanced healthcare managerial expertise. A perfect program for the experienced healthcare administration professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.
This program is ideal for the self-motivated IT professional who already possesses significant ?real-world? experience, seeks in-depth knowledge in management and strategy, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The MBA ? Information Technology Management prepares you for mid-level to upperlevel IT management positions in business, industry, and non-profit organizations. The program educates you in core business skills, essential industry knowledge, and advanced IT managerial expertise. A perfect program for the experienced IT professional who seeks a credible degree program and upward mobility.
WGU is now a member of the Microsoft and Oracle IT Academies. These memberships offer unique integration of both Microsoft and Oracle learning resources into WGU?s IT degree programs, affording WGU students the opportunity to learn using simulations, live labs, and proprietary software.
This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor?s degree, wants to become a certified elementary teacher or middle school generalist, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program (K-8) is the fastest way to qualify to become licensed as an elementary teacher or generalist middle school teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor?s degree with an extensive mathematics background, wants to become a certified middle school or high school mathematics teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12) is the fastest way to qualify to become licensed as a middle school or high school mathematics teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed mathematics substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor?s degree with an extensive science background, wants to become a certified middle school or high school science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Science (5-9 or 5-12) is the fastest way to qualify to become licensed as a middle school or high school science teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed science substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
This program is appropriate for someone who already holds a bachelor?s degree with an extensive social science background, wants to become a certified middle school or high school social science teacher, and can devote 15 to 20 hours per week to their studies.
The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program, Social Science (5-12) is the fastest way to qualify to become licensed as middle school or high school social science teacher. The program trains you to become a highly-qualified teacher and includes supervised practice teaching in an actual classroom setting. A perfect program for unlicensed social science substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, retired military, and career changers who feel the call to teach.
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