The ALA accredited program is one that most universities and public
libraries want when they hire their MLS librarians. If you aren't planning
to work in a library that requires this accreditation, it won't be
important. However, if you ever plan to work at a university or public
library that requires this type of degree, you may find the doors closed to
you.
The ALA accredited program is basically one that supports the American
Library Association's guidelines, theories, and principals. That doesn't
mean that other programs aren't teaching them, it just means that the
American Library Association oversees the program to make certain that the
university's program adheres to the guidelines set by the ALA which may
involve faculty status, student enrollment, etc.
Check with your program to see why it doesn't offer the ALA accreditation.
If you want that specific degree, you may be able to transfer to another
university that will accept your hours.
Others may want to elaborate on the topic. These are just my two cents.
~Shonda Brisco
Trinity Valley Upper School Librarian
Ft. Worth, TX
sbrisco021@charter.net
----- Original Message -----
From: "Sheila Curley" <sjc13500@CMSU2.CMSU.EDU>
To: <LM_NET@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU>
Sent: Monday, July 08, 2002 5:26 PM
Subject: GEN: MLS degree questions
> Hello,
> I am currently working on my MLS degree. The university where I am
enrolled
> does not have an ALA accredited program. Is it really important to obtain
your
> degree from an ALA accredited MLS program? Is this something employers ask
> about or look for when you apply for a librarian position. I just wanted
to
> know peoples thoughts about it.
> Thanks,
> Sheila Curley
> Library Aide/College Student
> Salem Upper Elementary
> Salem, MO 65560
> sjc13500@cmsu2.cmsu.edu
>
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