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Post-Master's Educational Leaders in Multi-Tiered Systems (MTSS) Certificate

Develop the skills to build and implement a robust MTSS framework across your school or district.

Our 100% online Post-Master’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Certificate is designed to equip educators and school leaders with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to effectively implement and manage MTSS systems. This program covers the theoretical underpinnings of MTSS, as well as the practical applications of its various components.

Experience the Xavier Difference in MTSS Educational Leadership.

  • Social Justice Focus: Our program emphasizes a critical lens, examining equity and power structures within MTSS.
  • Ignatian Values: Integrate the principles of Jesuit education into your leadership practice, fostering ethical and impactful leadership.
  • Practical, Actionable Skills: Learn to develop and implement effective MTSS plans, including academic and behavioral interventions and data-based decision making.
  • Expert Faculty: Learn from experienced educators and administrators who are leaders in the field.
  • Flexible Online Format: Balance your professional and personal commitments with our convenient online program.

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Why Xavier Online?

You’ll get more from your online education, from the personal attention of faculty to rigorous courses taught in the Jesuit Catholic tradition.

Personalized Experience

You’ll get the personal attention and flexibility needed to reach your goals at your pace. Our invested professors and small class sizes will set you up for success.

Jesuit Values

Our Jesuit Catholic values are based on a vision of a world changed for the better, emphasizing service and community engagement in addition to academics.

Affordability

We offer exceptional online programs at an affordable cost. Numerous financial aid resources are available for our online students, making education more affordable.

What Makes Xavier Different
Curriculum

Post-Master's Educational Leaders in Multi-Tiered Systems (MTSS) Certificate​

9 credits

This 9-credit hour Post-Graduate Montessori Leadership Certificate program consists of three courses.

  • Develop a strong Tier 1 plan.
  • Understand the legal and ethical considerations of MTSS.
  • Analyze MTSS systems through a social justice lens.
  • Implement data-based decision-making within an MTSS framework.
  • Develop effective academic interventions for Tier 2 and Tier 3 students.
  • Learn the problem solving/brainstorming model to develop academic interventions.
  • Implement Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
  • Develop a Professional Learning Community (PLC) for MTSS.
  • Learn to effectively measure tiered supports.
  • Develop an effective intervention assistance team.
Admission

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Applicants to the Post-Master’s Educational Leaders in Multi-Tiered Systems (MTSS) Certificate must hold a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.

To be considered for admission, students must submit the following:

1   Free Online Application

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One official transcript directly from all colleges or universities that you have attended for any undergraduate and graduate course work. Applicants must have a degree from a regionally accredited university. A strong candidate will have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. Send transcripts to:

Xavier University
ATTN: Admission Processing Center
3800 Victory Parkway
Cincinnati, OH 45207-5131

For electronic transcripts, send to:
xugrad@xavier.edu

State Authorization

Xavier University is authorized to offer fully-online programs in most states. View the complete list of approved states by programs on the State Authorization page. Students must reside and complete practicum hours in approved states only.

Tuition

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At Xavier, we understand that no two degree programs and no two students are alike. Therefore, we structure every online degree program to address the unique needs of individual students and have created unique fee structures for each degree program, as well.
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$660

Per Credit Hour

$5,940

Total Program Tuition

The amounts listed are for the 2025-2026 academic year, and include classes from Summer 2025 through Spring 2026. Tuition cost is per credit hour unless otherwise stated.
For the full, official listing, please visit xavier.edu/costs.
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