Technology Management Advancement Program (TMAP)
Applicant Information
Applications for the TMAP San Diego Spring Cohort
are now open from Nov 17 - Feb 1, 2026
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Candidates must complete a brief online program application and provide at least one recommendation (supervisor is preferred). Each cohort will accept up to 20 candidates. Applications will be evaluated by the CITE Education Programs Committee. Should we receive more applications than we have spots available, the Committee will select based on written goals for the program.
Program Details
A successful candidate for the CITE TMAP should currently have or show potential in the following areas:
- IT Customer Service: networking, servers, desktops, user support
- Logical Thinking Skills, including involvement with or management of large projects
- Analytical Abilities, including experience developing or assisting with the development of a technology budget or experience with school finance or purchasing
- People Skills, including the ability to communicate well with others orally and in writing
- In addition, the candidate should have a career objective to become a K-12 IT manager or future CTO.
Each cohort runs for approximately 12-16 weeks. Within that time, candidates are expected to set aside time to attend class for lectures, discussions, and activities. In addition, will be required to, complete prerequisites and assignments.
- Sessions: The program includes six (6) classes held on Fridays (unless otherwise stated). Attendance for all sessions is mandatory, and failure to attend may result in removal from the program. The total in-class time is 31 hours, with 22 hours in person on three different days and 9 hours via Zoom on three different days. A sample schedule is available in the Upcoming Cohorts section.
- Self-paced online content: Each module may require up to ten (10) hours of independent work in addition to live sessions. Most of the work will be self-paced, except for select assignments that prepare for live sessions.
- Assignments: These assignments will challenge individuals to self-reflect, organize their thoughts, structure written content, practice writing situational responses, document processes and procedures, write memos, prepare reports, and deliver presentations. Some assignments will require research within their respective LEAs. Candidates should expect to spend approximately three (3) hours on assignments for every module.
- Presentation: A presentation to peers will be part of the final program requirements.
| Members: $3750 Non-Members: $4150 |
Tuition can be paid by check (purchase orders accepted), money order, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. Participants are responsible for paying for their travel and lodging to classes. Breakfast and lunches are provided for in class full-day (8am - 4pm) sessions.
CITE Foundation Scholarship Information
The CITE Foundation is proud to offer financial assistance for one TMAP candidate per cohort. Click here to apply for our TMAP Scholarship.
*Please note the deadline is the same as the cohort application.
Scholarship Information
- Two (2) scholarships are available, one (1) each for the Spring and Fall Cohorts.
- Scholarship includes tuition waiver and travel support ($1,000).
Upon fulfilling the program requirements and achieving passing scores on assignments, you will receive a professional certification and badge. The initial certification period is two years, and it must be renewed annually thereafter by completing additional professional development and CITE activities. All program graduates are expected to renew their certificates based on the recertification instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are my facilitators?
The facilitators leading this program are highly experienced K-12 IT leaders with at least 10 years of relevant experience in the Education sector.
The facilitators leading this program are highly experienced K-12 IT leaders with at least 10 years of relevant experience in the Education sector.
Who should I ask to be a reference?
A professional reference is mandatory for the application. We strongly advise obtaining a nomination from your Director or CTO, as it plays a crucial role in demonstrating your organizational support. Moreover, it helps your organization comprehend the time commitment you are making to the program.
A professional reference is mandatory for the application. We strongly advise obtaining a nomination from your Director or CTO, as it plays a crucial role in demonstrating your organizational support. Moreover, it helps your organization comprehend the time commitment you are making to the program.
Can I ask my employer to sponsor me? Absolutely! This program will benefit your employer by providing a first-class professional development program. Some possible sources of funding include grants, other professional development funding, or the general fund.
Do we have a mentor? TMAP does not have mentors. However, program alumni will occasionally provide feedback on assignments.
What if I miss a class?
We encourage you to attend every session to fully benefit from the program. Unavoidable absences will be discussed with the CITE leadership and every attempt to develop an alternative for makeup will be made. Absence from a session without explanation may result in being dropped from the program.
We encourage you to attend every session to fully benefit from the program. Unavoidable absences will be discussed with the CITE leadership and every attempt to develop an alternative for makeup will be made. Absence from a session without explanation may result in being dropped from the program.
What if I miss one or more assignments? Candidates must complete all prerequisites, homework assignments, and any in-class assignments to be qualified for completion and certification.
What if I change jobs during the program? If you leave the K-12 environment, you may be released from the program. Many of the assignments revolve around working with others in a school district or COE and not being exposed to that environment could make it difficult to complete the program.