Your CASBO Certification proves that:
- Your training, experience, and education are up to date and worthy of your position.
- You are the recognized expert in your particular school business discipline, with a valuable skill set that is all your own.
Your CASBO Certification proves that:
Your CASBO Certification is evidence of:
Your CASBO Certification assures your LEA that:
The curriculum that was taught in the program was relevant and cutting edge with what is going on in the school business world today. The information presented was up to date and the issues discussed were thought provoking and interesting. I feel it was a great investment in my future. – Michael Krause; Assistant Superintendent Business Services; South San Francisco USD
Certification applicants or event coordinators must request pre-approval of Continuing Education Units (CEU) for all trainings and workshops not defined below. Applicants are responsible for maintaining all proof of attendance and required documentation.
Candidates applying for the CBO certification must take and pass the CBO exam. The exam fee is included in the CASBO Business Executive Leadership Program registration fees. All other applicants who earned eligibility for certification through alternative paths and programs must register for the exam separately through our website. The cost of the exam is $400 and that includes two (2) attempts at passing the exam. If a third attempt is needed, additional fees will apply.
All certifications are valid for four (4) years. Continuing education units are also valid for four (4) years.
Yes; retirees may be eligible for initial CBO, DFS, DHR and SBP Certifications.
The application processing fee is non-refundable. Additional questions can be directed to certification@casbo.org.
CBO $200
DFS $150
DHR $150
DOT $150
SBP I, II or III $100
SBPP I, II or III $100
If your certification lapses, please take the following steps:
Contact certification@casbo.org.
Your certification expiration date is printed on your original certificate and will be listed in your CASBO account. All questions related to current certification expiration can be directed to certification@casbo.org.