GEN: Media Certification

[Laura Brooks <lbrooks@TOAST.NET>]

Hello,

What is the general consensus out there on returning to library school for
certification? As an MLS holder with substantial public library experience,
I've worked with young adults and have become interested in re-orienting my
career toward a media specialty.

I've read in several places that  there's a "critical shortage" of media
specialists, but I don't see an over-abundance of job openings. Furthermore,
I'm skeptical as this "shortage" claim is touted mainly by library science
programs. I am fearful of putting a lot of time and effort into a career
re-orientation only to find that I may not be able to make the transition.
Has anyone else attempted this recently? What have your experiences been? If
you've made the transition, are you happy with your decision? I also welcome
any off-list responses from experienced media specialists who might be able
to help an idealist see things a little more realistically. Thanks.

Laura Brooks, Librarian
Toledo, Ohio
lbrooks@toast.net

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