General Information
CPSI Live and In-Person Course in Palm Springs, CA
February 27-29, 2024
Playing outdoors is a major component in the health and wellness of our children. It is our responsibility to ensure safe, enjoyable play areas for all. CPRS, in conjunction with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) are offering the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) course and certification to properly train and certify you and your staff to recognize and prevent potential playground hazards. Courses are designed for park and recreation staff, school districts, child care facilities, health departments, landscape architects, playground manufacturers, installers, contractors, insurance firms, home owner's associations and more.
Candidates who successfully pass the exam will be considered a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) and will be added to the National Registry. Obtaining CPSI certification will meet the State of California requirements regarding the inspection of playgrounds. Recertification is required every three years.
Registration
If you are new to our system, you will need to add yourself and enter your address & email. Do not leave your addresses blank or we will not be able to send your books to you. If someone is registering a group, please be sure to include individual addresses and emails for the people you add so they will get their mailed books. Your books will be sent to the address you use & cannot be replaced unless they are returned as undeliverable. Additional sets of books are available for a fee.
Logistics for the Workshop
Registration fees will include lunch on course days only.
Schedule: February 27, 2024: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
February 28, 2024: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Exam: February 29, 2024: 8:00 am check-in
Exam instructions start at 9:00 am. Exam is 120 minutes from the end of instructions.
Advanced reading is required prior to the course. This is vital to the passing of the certification exam. The course is 15 hours of training from nationally known playground safety experts who prepare you to sit for the Certified Playground Safety Inspector examination (100 questions) offered at the culmination of the certification course.
Palm Springs Information & Hotel Options
For information about Palm Springs and hotel options, click here:
https://www.visitgreaterpalmsprings.com
Cancellations
Cancellations before January 31, 2024 will be eligible for a partial refund (a $100 cancellation fee and $125 textbook fee). No refunds or cancellations after January 31, 2024, no exceptions. All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing by email: lauren@cprs.org.
Transfers to another person may be requested by January 31, 2024. A $50 transfer fee will be required and it will be your responsibility to forward your textbooks to the new person. Member/Non-member price differences will require payment as well.
Other Details
Lunch will be provided on February 27th and 28th.
All CPSI attendees will be given a CPRS Connections Conference Expo Hall pass to walk the exhibit hall after the exam is over on February 29th (does not include lunch).
Books will be mailed out to the address listed on your registration in early February or within a week of registration after that. Advanced study is required.
ADA Information
For ADA requests and questions concerning accessibility, contact CPRS, (916) 665-2777. Accommodations such as interpreters cannot be guaranteed without 30 days notice. To help ensure availability, requests must be received by January 31, 2024.
English as a second language (ESL) candidates may request a time extension and/or the use of a strict translation dictionary from the National Recreation & Park Association no less than 30 days prior to the exam.
Membership Status
The membership rate will automatically be applied based on your current membership status. If you need assistance with your membership, before registering, please call the CPRS HQ at (916) 665-2777.
Questions Below
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