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How long will it take me to complete the LIT Certificate program?
What schedule should I follow to complete the program in the shortest amount of time?
When and where are the Library and Information Technology classes taught?
Will I have to set up my own internship for the work experience class (LIT 98)?
According to the 2006-2007 US Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook, library technicians "help librarians acquire, prepare, and organize material, and assist users in finding information." Technicians work in a variety of settings including public, academic, school, and special libraries.
Go to the description of Library Technicians in the Occupational Outlook Handbook for more information.
There is no "enrollment process" for the Library and Information Technology Program. Students go through the general Sacramento City College application process and register for LIBT classes each semester.
Who can I contact for more information?
Janet Larson is the Coordinator for the LIT Program at SCC.
Email: larsonj@scc.losrios.edu.
Phone: (916) 558-2186.
SCC Address: Learning Resource Center 3835 Freeport Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95822
Most of our instructors are currently employed librarians. A few of our instructors are retired. If you would like more information about any of our instructors, go to the the SCC Library and Information Technology Program Faculty page.
Our students come from a variety of backgrounds. Some have been working in libraries for quite some time, and others are new to the profession. Most of our students work their way through the program while holding down full-time jobs.
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What classes do I need to complete the program?
About the Program should answer your questions about classes. If you have any further questions, please contact Janet Larson, the Coordinator of the Program at Sacramento City College.
How long will it take me to complete the LIT Certificate program?
Most of the students complete the program in two years although it is possible to complete it in one year.
Should I take the classes in any specific order?
Yes. You should take LIBT 300 first as it is the introductory class and will provide you with the background and wider perspective you will need for the other classes. You will need to take LIBT 330 before you take LIBT 331. You should take LIBT 498 after you have completed your other coursework since it is the work experience class for the program, and you will need the skills from the other courses to complete the work experience.
What schedule should I follow to complete the program in the shortest amount of time?
Go to the Certificate Completion Schedule page for this information.
When and where are the Library and Information Technology classes taught?
Most of the classes are taught in the Learning Resource Center on the Sacramento City College campus at night and on weekends. Some of the classes take students on field trips to visit local libraries. Some classes are "hybrid", part on campus and part online. A few are online except for the first class.
Will I have to set up my own internship for the work experience class (LIBT 498)?
The instructor for the class will help you make the arrangements.
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Will I be a librarian after completing the program?
No. A librarian holds a Masters degree. The SCC program trains you to be a "Library Technician," a paraprofessional.
According to the 2006-2007 Occupational Outlook Handbook, library technicians "help librarians acquire, prepare, and organize material, and assist users in finding information." Technicians work in a variety of settings including public, academic, school, and special libraries.
If you are interested in becoming a librarian, the curriculum in the SCC program is a valuable introduction to the field for students who plan to go into graduate studies to become librarians.
The newest Masters degree program to Sacramento City College is the School of Library and Information Science at San Jose State University. This program prepares its students to work in library settings as well as non-library settings such as information management companies and government agencies. San Jose State and other universities offer online MLIS programs.
Another option for those who wish to work in a school library (K-12) is the Library Media Teacher Services Credential Program taught at California State University Sacramento. This program trains individuals to become Library Media Teachers and work in school libraries.
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