WASBO U Certification

School Business Office Professionals

Course Hours: 5 Courses • 40 Hours
Total Cost: $1,335 | Duration: About 9 Months to Complete

Geared toward front-line office staff, this certification provides training in school finance, ethics, and governance.

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Register for these upcoming SBOP Certification courses!

School Business Ethics

Course begins on September 15, 2026

This course empowers education leaders to foster a culture of ethics, integrity, and transparency across their districts. Participants will explore real-world ethical dilemmas and develop the skills to navigate complex decisions with confidence.

Wisconsin School Governance & History

Course begins on October 30, 2026

Examines Wisconsin public schools from constitutional roots to today’s voucher era. Reviews key historical milestones, district roles, funding, budgets, and referenda to build understanding of governance and operations.

Internal Controls for the School Business Office

Course begins on November 16, 2026

Learn internal controls for school business offices: what they are, why they matter, and how to keep them effective. Protect against theft, fraud, or misuse, ensure reliable financials, and build taxpayer trust in district resources.

 

 

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Mastering WUFAR

Explore WUFAR, the language of Wisconsin school district accounting. Learn chart of accounts design, fund purposes, and applications through real-world district examples, gaining a clear, practical understanding of financial reporting requirements.

Budget Development & Monitoring Basics

Learn the basics of school district budgeting: developing, presenting, publishing, and adopting budgets and tax levies. Explore methods to monitor and report throughout the year. Designed for those seeking a general overview of budget development.

School Business Ethics

This course empowers education leaders to foster a culture of ethics, integrity, and transparency across their districts. Participants will explore real-world ethical dilemmas and develop the skills to navigate complex decisions with confidence.

Wisconsin School Governance & History

Examines Wisconsin public schools from constitutional roots to today’s voucher era. Reviews key historical milestones, district roles, funding, budgets, and referenda to build understanding of governance and operations.

Internal Controls for the School Business Office

Learn internal controls for school business offices: what they are, why they matter, and how to keep them effective. Protect against theft, fraud, or misuse, ensure reliable financials, and build taxpayer trust in district resources.

 

 

Certification Course Calendar

Course Name 2026 Summer 2026 Fall 2027 Spring 2027 Summer 2027 Fall 2028 Spring 2028 Summer 2028 Fall 2029 Spring 2029 Summer
School Business Ethics ✓ ✓ ✓
Wisconsin School Governance & History ✓ ✓ ✓
Internal Controls ✓ ✓ ✓
Mastering WUFAR ✓ ✓ ✓
Budget Development & Monitoring Basics ✓ ✓ ✓

 

 

All Certifications

Accounting in Wisconsin Schools

14 Courses • 126 Hours • 12-24 Months to Complete

Accounts Payable in Wisconsin Schools

7 Courses • 64 Hours • 12-24 Months to Complete

Facility Lead & Operations

21 Courses • 140 Hours • 18-24 Months to Complete

Facility Manager Core Certification

9 Courses • 32 Hours • 12-24 Months to Complete

Human Resources in Wisconsin Schools

10 Courses • 72 Hours • 12-24 Months to Complete

Payroll in Wisconsin Schools

6 Courses • 64 Hours • 12-24 Months to Complete

Project Management & Innovation

8 Courses • 66 Hours • 12-24 Months to Complete

School Business Office Professionals

4 Courses • 40 Hours • About 9 Months to Complete

Wisconsin School Business Official

29 Courses • 230 Hours • 18-36 Months to Complete

Wisconsin School Risk Manager

7 Courses • 34 Hours • About 9 Months to Complete