Important information regarding Public Librarian Certificate applications and 5-year renewals
New Applications
All new applications for public librarian certification must be made through the portal at http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/cert/index.html. The application in the online portal provides instructions for mailing the application fee ($5) and providing an official transcript with degree conferral date to the State Library. Upon receipt of all materials, and final approval of the application, a Public Librarian Certificate issued by the State Education Department will be emailed to applicants.
Renewals
Certificates must be actively renewed prior to their five year expiration date in order to remain ACTIVE. The status and expiration dates of Public Librarian Certificates may be verified by using the “Search for Certified Public Librarians in New York State since 1970” link on the Public Librarian Certification webpage at http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/cert/search.htm.
If you have not updated your contact information in the online portal please create an account at http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/cert/index.html and update your information so that you will receive reminders via e-mail about upcoming certificate expiration dates. If you do not complete 60 hours of professional development and renew your certificate you will be listed in the system as INACTIVE. If your certificate has expired and you have not completed 60 hours of professional development you may apply for a temporary certificate.
Questions about the online portal or about New York State public librarian certification requirements may be sent to NYSLPUBLIB@nysed.gov.
