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Online Graduate Certificate in Positive Behavior Intervention and Support: RTI for Behavior

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9 Credits

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$567/cr.

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August 1 Deadline (Fall semester start only)

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No GRE/GMAT Required

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About the Program

Response to Intervention (RTI) is a model that focuses on research-based methods of prevention and intervention combined with data-based decision-making to improve student behavioral and academic outcomes. The online Graduate Certificate in Positive Behavior Intervention and Support: RTI for Behavior is designed to assist teachers in developing the knowledge and skills to support students with intensive behavioral needs and to provide leadership in implementing changes within their school.

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Have questions about earning your Graduate Certificate in Positive Behavior Intervention and Support: RTI for Behavior online with UMaine? Contact a UMaineOnline advisor.

Amanda Cupps, M.Ed.

UMaineOnline Senior Advisor

207.307.4199 | amanda.cupps@maine.edu

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Student Experiences

 …I chose [this program] because I have always been interested in ways to increase positive behaviors in our students.
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Curriculum

Our curriculum teaches students to use scientifically validated PBIS protocols and procedures to conduct program evaluation and data-based decision-making across three tiers of intervention.

The following courses are required (9 credits):

  • SED 581: Response to Intervention for Behavior: School-wide Prevention (3 credits) 
  • SED 582: Response to Intervention for Behavior: Targeted Intervention (3 credits) 
  • SED 583: Response to Intervention for Behavior: Individualized Interventions (3 credits) 
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Admissions

Application Deadline: August 1

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Currently working or volunteering with students with disabilities in an educational setting

When you are ready to apply, please first review the application instructions. Then submit the following:

  • Online application
  • Official academic transcripts from all institutions attended
  • 300-500 word essay based on the following prompt
  • Current resume
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Careers

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of special education teachers is projected to grow 8% from 2020 to 2030 with about 38,600 openings per year. The median annual wage for special education teachers was $61,500 in May 2020, higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $41,950.

  • Note: Although faculty can advise, students are responsible for knowledge of certification requirements in the state in which they are seeking certification.