Description:
As Maine schools and school districts see the benefits of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) for classrooms and students, momentum throughout the state continues to grow. PBIS is a nationally recognized, multi-tiered framework providing a continuum of supports to all students, promoting positive academic and socio-behavioral outcomes. The Maine PBIS Tier 1 Trainer and Coach micro-credential was created through a partnership between the University of Maine System (UMS) and the Maine Department of Education (DOE) to help more people become qualified to serve as PBIS trainers and coaches.
Learners complete activities and coursework that broadens their understanding of PBIS and develops competencies to effectively coach and/or train school leadership teams in Tier 1 PBIS. Each level requires completion of a sequenced graduate-level online course in Special Education from the University of Maine (UMaine) for a total of 9 credits; similar coursework from other institutions will be considered.
Key concepts include PBIS Foundational Learning; Trainer Capacity Building; Effective Coaching; High-Quality Professional Development Training; and Program Content. The following skills and competencies are assessed:
- Comprehensive understanding and application of the PBIS framework in schools.
- Effective coaching/facilitation of school PBIS leadership teams.
- Effective cohort-based training of school PBIS leadership teams.
- Use of adult learning principles.
- Ability to support school PBIS leadership teams’ use of PBIS Apps, School-Wide Information System (SWIS), and PBIS Assessment tools.
This badge expires 3 years after the date of issue.
Who is eligible to register?
- To ensure a personalized experience, the course will only accept 10 participants each year. If you currently work in a school or district, you will need to obtain and submit a letter of district approval for participation. You will also need to complete an online application here.
What is the cost to the learner?
Thanks to a Maine DOE State Personnel Preparation Grant, there is no cost for participation in the micro-credential other than the related credit-bearning coursework.
What is the delivery mode?
Hybrid.
- Academic courses are offered online
- Observation, training, and coaching may require travel to another school or district
- Regional, statewide, and/or national conference attendance is required to meet earning criteria
Where can I find additional information about this micro-credential?
Visit the UMaine College of Education and Human Development website (External Site)
Who can I contact to answer my questions about this micro-credential?
Contact Courtney Angelosante, UMaine PBIS Initiative Coordinator (email: courtney.angelosante@maine.edu) or Karen Robbie, Research Associate/Maine PBIS Coordinator (email: karen.robbie@maine.edu)
View each level in the badging platform:
Visit the Micro-Credential Pathway for Maine PBIS Tier 1 Trainer and Coach (External Site).
View full list of Micro-Credentials
Last Update: 10/11/24