School Librarian Standard Certification EC-12
Share Information and a Love of Learning with Your School
The School Librarian Certification program at University of Houston-Clear Lake introduces you to cataloging, classification and subject analysis techniques as well as policies for school library administration. Find out how best to choose informative yet enjoyable reading materials for students of all ages.
Achieve Your School Librarian Certification
This 27-hour certificate is intended for students holding a master’s degree and planning careers in elementary or secondary school libraries. Students planning careers in other library settings should seek special advisement.
Admission Requirements
UHCL’s College of Education would love to have you join us. Find out today what it takes to apply.
Degree Requirements
Ready to learn about the classes you need to take to earn your degree from the College of Education at University of Houston-Clear Lake? Find out all you need to know about the required course work, complete with options for electives.
School Librarian Standard Certification EC-12Cost Information
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Deadlines for Applying
- Graduate Deadlines
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FallNew Degree-Seeking Students - August 1
Returning UHCL Students - August 15 -
SpringNew Degree-Seeking Students - January 5
Returning UHCL Students - January 15 -
SummerNew Degree-Seeking Students - May 1
Returning UHCL Students - May 25
Please note, some graduate programs have special deadlines and requirements. For more information, go to How to Apply as a Graduate Student. Check the status of your application online through E-Services using your UHCL student ID.
The UHCL application is available online through Apply Texas. The online application is scheduled to close for Graduate students after the Formal UHCL Student deadline of each semester.
Applying After the Priority Deadline
New, non-degree seeking, and returning UHCL students applying after the deadlines above may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the appropriate graduate enrollment counselor for more information. A $50.00 Late Registration Fee or $50.00 Late Payment may apply.
Review the UHCL Academic Calendar for registration and payment dates and deadlines.
- International Deadlines
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Fall
Final - April 1
Document Deadline - April 15
Early Fall Deadline - Computer Science, Computer Information System, Data Science, Software Engineering Final - February 4 -
Spring
Final - October 1
Document Deadline - October 15
Early Spring Deadline - Computer Science, Computer Information System, Data Science, Software Engineering Final - August 1 -
Summer*
Final - March 1
Document Deadline - March 15
Early Summer Deadline - Computer Science, Computer Information System, Data Science, Software Engineering Final - February 4
Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline
*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.
Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
Accreditations and Distinctions
The College of Education is accredited by the State Board for Educator Certification/Texas Education Agency.
We’ve earned national recognition for accomplishment and innovation, including the Christa McAuliffe Award for Excellence in Teacher Education.
UHCL School Library and Information Science Program Accreditation Statement
School Librarian Standard Certification EC-12 Faculty

Sheila Baker
Program Coordinator and Associate Professor of School Library and Information Science,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3515
Email: bakers@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1321

Janice Newsum
Assistant Professor of School Library and Information Science,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3537
Email: newsum@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1321