Support Professionals Program

The work you do every day in your district requires an understanding of many unique subject areas. The Support Professionals Program allows you to benefit from Illinois ASBO’s vast network of industry experts as you attend professional development opportunities catered to your needs.

Whether you are new to your position or have a long history in your district, your completion of the Support Professionals Program demonstrates your dedication to working efficiently and effectively. Enrollment in the Support Professionals Program also provides access to the discounted Support Professionals Membership for $100 that saves you and your district money!

Nonmembers pay $100 more per registration fee.
That means, that if you plan to attend one or more events per year, your membership will pay for itself!



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Mark your calendar, March 14, 2025 is the next Bookkeepers Conference at the Meridian Banquets & Conference Center, Rolling Meadows. 

This one-day conference is designed specifically for bookkeepers and administrative office professionals. Choose from payroll and non-payroll topics to get the most out of your professional development.

Professional Development for Support Professionals

Bookkeepers Conference

Designed specifically for bookkeepers and administrative office staff with sessions organized by a payroll and non-payroll track. 

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SupportCon

SupportCon offers support professionals the opportunity to learn best practices, network with colleagues, share ideas and more.

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Event Calendar

Access a listing of all of Illinois ASBO's professional development offerings.

Calendar of events

Maximize Your Program Benefits


The discounted Support Professionals Membership is available to those who have applied for, enrolled in or graduated from the free Support Professionals Program. A Support Professionals Membership is a win-win for you and your district. They save money and you have access to Illinois ASBO member-only resources! Below are just some of the benefits of membership:

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Save your district money!

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Illinois ASBO’s online community.

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Covering topics affecting business in the district.

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Updated monthly with business office deadlines.

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Member-only webinars count as electives toward program completion.

The cost of membership is only $100. This means that if you attend at least two events annually, your membership has more than already paid for itself in reduced registration costs. An application or confirmed graduation of the Support Professionals Program is required for this membership. Start your membership benefits today or contact Chris Harley at (815) 762-2048 for more membership information.