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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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Application Deadline: August 1 (Fall Semester Start Only)

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No GRE/GMAT Required

About the Program

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based, tiered framework for supporting student academic, social-emotional, and behavioral outcomes. It also improves teacher health and well-being. 

The online Graduate Certificate in Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports: RTI for Behavior empowers educators with the knowledge and skills to create positive, predictable, equitable, and safe learning environments where everyone thrives.

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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.

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Amanda Hafford, M.Ed.

UMaineOnline Senior Advisor

207.370.4199 amanda.hafford@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 you how to use scientifically validated protocols and procedures to conduct systems evaluation and data-based decision-making across three tiers of intervention.

The following courses are required (9 credits):

  • SED 581: PBIS Tier 1: Universal Prevention and Intervention (3 credits) 
  • SED 582: Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Tier 2: Targeted Interventions (3 credits) 
  • SED 583: PBIS Tier 3: Individualized Assessment and Intervention (3 credits)
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Admissions

Application Deadline: August 1 (Fall Semester Start Only)

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

The admission evaluation process begins once we’ve received all of your application materials. Before you apply, please review the application instructions. When you’re ready to apply, please submit the following:

  • An online application
  • Current résumé or CV
  • Official academic transcripts from all institutions attended
  • A 300-500 word essay based on the following prompt
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Careers

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there are projected to be about 35,900 openings for special education teachers annually from 2022 to 2032. The median annual wage for special education teachers was $65,910 in May 2023, higher than the median yearly wage for all occupations of $48,060.