MSBO Voluntary Certification Program School Technology Management Certification October 6, 2006

2 History of MSBO Certification Guidelines in developing program  Designed by professionals like you  Cooperation with MACUL and MAEDS  Provide access to information needed to succeed on the job  Use experienced practitioners to teach classes

3 History of MSBO Certification Guidelines in developing the program  Offer practical overviews of key areas of law, regulation, and practice  Assure a quality curriculum that is pertinent to day-to-day operations  Utilize adult learning principles

4 What is MSBO Certification? Voluntary program Offers practical information that will help school business officials succeed and excel in their employment Establishes a basis for advancing professionalism

5 What is MSBO Certification? Provides school district with assurance that a base of knowledge has been achieved Endorsed by Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) and Michigan Association of School Administrators (MASA)

6 Who May Become Certified? Any current MSBO member Any aspiring school business official who would like to obtain personal growth

7 Why Should I Become Certified? Demonstrates a dedication to your profession Practical information that you can use Networking with like professionals Personal recognition

8 How Do I Qualify? Bachelor’s Degree by an approved College Employed by a Michigan School District Member of MSBO

9 Classes for School Technology Management Certification Technology in Education (6 hours) Technology in Administration (6 hours) Technology in the Classroom (6 hours) Administrative Software Applications (3 hours)

10 Classes for School Technology Management Certification Grant/Fund Writing (3 hours) Implementation & Planning (6 hours) Student Services Software Applications in Education (3 hours) Technology Policies (3 hours)

11 Classes for School Technology Management Certification Working with the Architect (3 hours) Principles of Education (3 hours) Public Relations and Internal Communications (3 hours) Purchasing (3 hours)

12 Classes for School Technology Management Certification Team Leadership (3 hours) Wrap-up session (2 hours) Electives (6 hours) – courses outside of this track

13 How Do I Begin the Program? Fill out a Letter of Commitment Confirmation will be sent to the individual

14 How Long Does It Take To Complete? Three years from the time you fill out the Letter of Commitment

15 What If I Have Years of Experience? Fill out application and have reviewed Grand parenting (must first have Bachelor’s Degree)  6-10 years of school experience  18 hours and the wrap-up session  years of school experience  12 hours and the wrap-up session

16 What If I Have Years of Experience? Grand parenting (must first have Bachelor’s Degree)  Over 15 years of school experience  6 hours and the wrap-up session

17 What If I Have Years of Experience Without Bachelor’s Degree? Need to have 10 years of experience to waive Bachelor’s Degree requirement Required to take the full 59 hours An application must be filled out to review credentials and evaluated on a case-by- case basis

18 What Do I Do To Receive My Certificate? Before taking the Wrap-up Session, an application must be completed All necessary documents must accompany application as outlined $60.00 application fee must be paid

19 How Do I Maintain My Certification? Continuing education requirements must be approved, job-related education  180 hours for CFO or 18 SB-CEUs or six semester credit hours  90 hours for all other tracks or 9 SB-CEUs or three semester credit hours MSBO will notify members of status

20 How Do I Renew My Certification? A renewal application indicating completion of necessary professional development must be provided to MSBO for review $30.00 renewal fee is collected New certificate is issued

21 Thank You! For more information: Contact Debbie Kopkau