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
TASBO 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.
Advancement within School Business
Our certifications are designed to be achievable for all school business and operations professionals, regardless of your experience or location in Texas.
Four Certification Levels
TASBO offers four levels of certification: CTSBS, CTSBO, RTSBO, and RTSBA. 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 Official (RTSBO) | Registered Texas School Business Administrator (RTSBA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total number of TASBO courses to complete | 7 | 10 | 15 | 15 |
Areas of specialization | 1 | 3 | Required Management Track | Required Management Track |
Number of courses in each area of specialty | 4 | 3 | 8 | 8 |
Number of courses required in the classroom (not online) | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
Total years of school business and operations experience | 2 Years | 3 Years | 7 Years | 5 Years |
Bachelor’s degree required |
“I believe the TASBO certification program has greatly increased my knowledge and awareness of the various areas of school business.”