Getting Certified...

[WhatAboutPuppy]

I was just wondering what it entails. I tried doing a little research online tonight and realized I could just as easily tap your brains for a bit of knowledge.

thank you!!

[Namegirl]

Here's a link with a description and a search function to find classes:
http://www.safekids.org/certification/certification.html

[WhatAboutPuppy]

Thanks, I was on this site last night but for whatever reason couldn't figure out where the search is to find classes in my area... Am I blind? What's it labeled under?

[crunchierthanthou]

Thanks, I was on this site last night but for whatever reason couldn't figure out where the search is to find classes in my area... Am I blind? What's it labeled under?

It's the middle blue button on the right.

but here's the direct link- https://ssl13.cyzap.net/dzapps/dbzap.bin/apps/assess/webmembers/tool?pToolCode=TAB9&pCategory1=TAB9_COURSESEARCH&Webid=safekidscertSQL&pSearch=yes

Make sure you click the box for controlled courses.

and here's a bit more information on registering - http://car-seat.org/showthread.php?t=35900

[WhatAboutPuppy]

Thank you!!
I'm a goob. I thought I had to have a course number to do that search.

Is it worth it to get certified? How do you use your certification?

Frankly I'm just intrigued by it...

[jamesoja]

I too am intrigued by this and would like to know how you all use your certs?

Also I am very shocked by how few classes there are and the fact that many states do not offer courses.

[ctbcleveland]

There isn't always a long lead-time for classes - so just because there isn't one today, doesn't mean there isn't one planned soon.

For example, my safe kids chapter schedules none in the winter. But - I was recently on there, and one popped up for March.

I'd call your local safe kids and inquire.

[Judi]

I have emailed that there is interest in having a class in Salem. We will see what they say!

[Freedom_Pixie]

I am also interested in becoming a CPS Tech. I looked at the same site, and the nearest class is in Reno, NV. I live in Carson City, NV. I just wish they would have something in Carson, but I will glady drive to Reno everyday to get certified. I will keep looking before I sign up and pay the $60 to enter the class. If nothing shows up in Carson, I will just have to go to Reno.

[skaterbabscpst]

I waited three years for my class, sometimes you have to just hope one comes close to you. I still drove 40 minutes each way to get to mine.

[ketchupqueen]

They tend to have a lot more that are a ways away from me than right near me. I've pretty much decided when one comes up at a time when my husband could take off to watch the kids, we'll just go on out and take a vacation to wherever they're having the class. ;)

[Freedom_Pixie]

I have a qeustion, once you get certified where would you go to help people out to install car seats or check the car seats? Would they come to you or meet them somewhere?

[Judi]

Hook up with your local Safe Kids. You need to work with other techs for awhile before ever thinking about doing it alone.

[WhatAboutPuppy]

The instructor here said that she is planning another one for May in the Portland area... Maybe we could get her to do it in Salem??

Is there anything I can do to help Judi?? Like I said the other night, I've already emailed her and mentioned Salem.

Once you're certified there's other classes to take and further your knowledge? Did I understand that correctly?
Besides Sandy Holt is there anyone else I can take this class from in Oregon?

[Judi]

I emailed, waiting for an answer now. There are other instructors. I think Scatterbunny should go for the instructor candidacy!