Every technician and instructor occasionally encounters questions and is unsure where to go for assistance. As the certifying body, Safe Kids can help with everything regarding the certification process including status, testing, re-certification, etc.

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Program-related Resources

Many of the answers you need can be found on this Web site. We strongly encourage you to check around the Web site, especially the FAQs and site map, prior to contacting Safe Kids. If you still can't find what you're looking for, or have a specific question or concern, please contact customer service.

Program-related links

• Overview on the Benefits of National CPS Certification - ver. 8/2005
  
• Policies & Procedures Manual - ver. 6/23/2008
• Policies & Procedures Manual - Replacement Sections - Too many changes. Not available
  
• Certification Course Planning & Logistics Guide - ver. 1/2008

 

Technical Resources

For technical questions about an installation, a restraint or a user, we suggest the following potential resources:

Program partners

• National Child Passenger Safety Board
• National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
• Safe Kids Worldwide
• State CPS Contact

Publications

• Safe Ride News
• TECH Update
• Technician Manual - April 2007

Recall lists

• NHTSA
• UNC Highway Safety Research Center

Continuing/Specialized CPS education

• Transporting Children with Special Health Care Needs

Other

• The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
• SafetyBeltSafe USA
• Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
• State Highway Safety offices
• Child Seat Manufacturers
• Vehicle Manufacturers
• Other technicians and instructors

PLEASE NOTE: Safe Kids is not responsible for the content or validity of information not specifically related to the certification program.