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L093024 National Child Passenger Safety Certification
The National Child Passenger Safety Certification program administered by Safe Kids Worldwide prepares participants to conduct car seat education with families and community members.
The program takes place over four days.
Participants are required to attend all four days listed below:
September 30 from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
October 4 from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
October 7 from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
October 11 from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
For any questions regarding the course please contact the instructor team at carseats@childrensmn.org
Registration closes September 6, 2024.
Learning Objectives
As a child passenger safety technician (CPST), participants will:
Develop a general understanding of car seat brands, parts, and functions
Learn best practice for safety in transporting children in motor vehicles
Be able to direct families on how to navigate appropriate resources to determine if their seats are being used properly
Demonstrate competence in installing various car seats and harnessing children appropriately
*Course agenda may be subject to change
Each morning and afternoon session include a 15-minute break. Break times will vary based on content covered.
Day 1, Monday, September 30
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Welcome and Introductions Modules 1-4 |
| 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | LUNCH - on your own |
| 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. | Modules 5-6 Quiz 1 |
| 4:30 p.m. | Finish for the day, plan for Day 2 |
Day 2, Friday, October 4
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Welcome and Review Skills Assessment 1 Modules 7-8 |
| 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | LUNCH - on your own |
| 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Quiz 2 Module 9 |
| 400 - 4:30 p.m. | Finish for the day, plan for Day 3 |
Day 3, Monday, October 7
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Welcome and Review Module 10 Skills and Assessment 2 & 3 |
| 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | LUNCH - on your own |
| 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. | Modules 11-13 Quiz 3 |
| 4:30 p.m. | Finish for the day, plan for Day 4 |
Day 4, Friday, October 11
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. | Complete Skills Evaluation, Review Content |
| 10:00 - a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Mock Car Seat Check and Prep for Community Event |
| 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | LUNCH - provided |
| 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Car Seat Check Up Event |
| 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. | Wrap Up and Evaluations |
After entering the main level doors and going through the security door, turn right and head toward the cafeteria. The Canteen area is located within the cafeteria. We will be there to welcome you and help you find your way if needed.
Children's Minnesota employees attending this training should park in the employee parking ramp and enter via the employee entrance on the lower level. You will the take the stairway or elevator to the 3rd Floor and enter the cafeteria/Canteen area.
Accreditation Statement:
In support of improving patient care, Children’s Minnesota is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Children’s Minnesota takes responsibility for the content, quality and scientific interest of its accredited continuing education events.
Credit Statement:
AMA
Children’s Minnesota designates this live activity for a maximum of 27.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent to their participation in the activity.
ANCC
Children's Minnesota designates this live activity for a maximum of 27.75 ANCC nursing contact hour. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This program offers 27.75 contact hours of continuing education. Most medical professional organizations accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. It is the individual’s responsibility to determine whether an education activity meets the continuing education requirements of their respective licensures and/or professional boards. Go to your respective organization’s website for more detailed information regarding credit requirements.
Available Credit
- 27.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 27.75 ANCC
- 27.75 Attendance
- 27.75 Approved AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Price
Click on the ADD TO CART button to start the registration process.
Course fee includes a $95 Safe Kids registration fee, which we will pay to them on your behalf, and a $50 local fee, which will cover the cost of snacks, beverages, course supplies, and a meal on the last day.
Registration closes September 6, 2024.
There is a $50 non-refundable cancellation fee. No refunds will be processed after September 6, 2024. If you need to cancel, please email education@childrensmn.org
Additional cancellation and refund information can be found here.
Children's MNA Nurses
If you are a Children's MNA RN and would like to use your contracted education dollars to pay for this event, enter the Coupon Code CONTRACT DOLLARS during checkout.