Program Tracks

Public libraries are an essential part of any community, and public librarians serve everyone in a specific city, town, county, region, or other municipality.

Students at TWU can focus their plan of study on general public librarianship, children’s and youth services, reference and user services, community engagement, and much more.

Our MLS degree and the MLS with Certificate in Community Information are good options for students interested in public librarianship. Both degrees give students knowledge and skills needed to work in public libraries.

The Post-Master's Certificate in Community Information (no MLS) is a good option for students who already hold a master’s degree and want to develop competencies and skills in community engagement.

The School Librarian Certification programs at TWU prepare students for careers as school librarians in elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools (EC-12) in Texas. School librarians teach students, collaborate with teachers, develop a school library’s collection of materials, facilitate the use of technology, and much more. 

• Texas: The MLS with Certificate in School Librarianship is for students who want to pursue the MLS degree and School Librarian Certification in Texas. The Post-Master’s Certificate in School Librarianship (no MLS) is for students who already hold a master’s degree and want to pursue School Librarian Certification in Texas.  
• Outside of Texas: Students can focus their MLS plan of study on school librarianship and use courses to seek school librarian certification in another state. Applicants are advised to check with their state to ensure the MLS program meets their state’s requirements.

The Children’s and Young Adult Literature programs benefit students interested in a career as a children’s and/or young adult librarian, school librarian, or many other youth-focused careers. 

Our MLS with Certificate in Children’s and Young Adult Literature is a good option for students with a passion for children’s and young adult literature. 

The Post-Master’s Certificate in Children’s and Young Adult Literature (no MLS) is a good option for students who already hold a master’s degree and have a passion for children’s and young adult literature.

Academic and research libraries support education and research in universities, colleges, community colleges, and other postsecondary institutions. Academic librarians teach students, provide support for courses, assist faculty with research, and serve as a valuable resource for administrators and staff.

The MLS with Certificate in Academic Librarianship gives students the knowledge and skills needed to work in academic libraries and is a good option for students interested in working in academic libraries. 

The Post-Master's Certificate in Academic Librarianship (no MLS) is a good option for students who already hold a master’s degree in library and or information studies and are interested in learning more about academic librarianship.

The Health Sciences Librarianship programs prepare students to be health sciences librarians and information professionals. Students gain knowledge and skills required to effectively support evidence-based practice in healthcare settings, such as:

• Libraries
• Medical associations
• Hospitals
• Health centers
• State and federal agencies

The MLS with Certificate in Health Sciences Librarianship and the Dual MLS and MS in Health Studies degree are good options for students interested in health sciences librarianship. Both degrees provide students with the knowledge and skills to work as health sciences librarians and information professionals.

Our Post-Master’s Certificate in Health Sciences Librarianship (no MLS) is a good option for students who already hold a master’s degree and want to develop competencies and skills in health sciences librarianship.

The Community Information programs prepare students for careers as librarians and information specialists focusing on community engagement. Students learn how to leverage partnerships, advocate for library resources, and work with their community to co-create meaningful programs, collections, and services. 

Our MLS with Certificate in Community Information is a good option for students interested in community engagement. 

The Post-Master's Certificate in Community Information (no MLS) at TWU is a good option for students who already hold a master’s degree and want to develop competencies and skills in community engagement.

Librarians are leaders, administrators, and managers in a wide variety of libraries, information agencies, and non-profit organizations. Library administrators are responsible for leading a library/organization and are responsible for strategic planning, assessment, employee supervision, and more.

Our MLS with Certificate in Library Administration is a good option for students interested in becoming a library administrator. 

The Post-Master's Certificate in Library Administration (no MLS) is a good option for students who already hold a master’s degree and are interested in becoming a library administrator.