A Path that is Right for You
Our certifications allow for flexibility and customization, with the options to select focus areas and complete some course requirements online.
Certification
Gain a competitive edge by becoming TASBO Certified. Our certifications are highly respected - and often encouraged - by school districts across Texas. Districts understand that a TASBO certification means you’re educated in school business and dedicated to your profession.
Gain the Competitive Edge
Our certifications are designed to be achievable for all school business and operations professionals, regardless of your experience or location in Texas.
TASBO offers 3 levels of certification:
TASBO offers three (3) levels of certification. And you can upgrade your TASBO Certification as you learn; course credit earned under any certification level can be credited toward higher certification. You are not required to obtain one level before another, but the highest level will supersede any lower level of certification.
| Requirement | Certified Texas School Business Specialist (CTSBS) | Certified Texas School Business Official (CTSBO) | Registered Texas School Business Administrator (RTSBA) |
|---|---|---|---|
Total number of TASBO courses to complete | 7 | 10 | 15 |
Areas of specialization | 1 | 3 | Required Management Track |
Number of courses in each area of specialty | 4 | 3 | 8 |
Number of courses required in classroom (not online) *Requirement for in-person courses waived through December 31, 2021 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
Total years of school business and operations experience | 2 years | 3 years | 5 years |
Consecutive years in a single district or organization | N/A | 2 years | 3 years |
Bachelor’s degree required |
“Being TASBO certified demonstrates that I have the knowledge necessary to perform my job, the ability to reach out for resources that I need, and an appreciation for all aspects of school business.”