Renewal Course Module 1

1. WELCOME…WELCOME…WELCOME…WELCOME…
to the National Child Passenger Safety Technicianto the National Child Passenger Safety Technician
Renewal Testing Course!Renewal Testing Course!
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Representatives of the National Child Passenger Safety BoardRepresentatives of the National Child Passenger Safety Board

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National Child Passenger Safety TechnicianNational Child Passenger Safety Technician
Renewal Testing CourseRenewal Testing Course
National Child Passenger Safety TechnicianNational Child Passenger Safety Technician
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MODULE 1MODULE 1
Program IntroductionProgram Introduction

3. Renewal Testing Course PurposeRenewal Testing Course Purpose
• Designed for former CPS Technicians who have
maintained their knowledge and skills.
• NOT a refresher course. It is expected you have
stayed involved in CPS programs and activities
and kept up with changes in field.
• An opportunity to renew certification without
having to retake the entire certification course.
• Upon successful completion of this course, you
will again be a certified CPS Technician.
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4. PartnershipPartnership
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5. Renewal Testing Course GoalsRenewal Testing Course Goals
• Select appropriate car seats and booster seats
and secure children in vehicle restraint systems
according to best practice guidelines and
manufacturer instructions.
• Teach others how to install car seats and
booster seats in multiple types of vehicles
according to manufacturer instructions and best
practice guidelines.
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6. Renewal Testing Course GoalsRenewal Testing Course Goals (continued)(continued)
• Use appropriate resources to obtain updated
CPS information.
• Serve as a CPS resource in the community,
state, or organization.
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Module 1 ObjectivesModule 1 Objectives
• Become acquainted with the course purpose,
objectives, and completion requirements.
• Identify the new design features and structure
of the National CPS Certification Training
Program.

8. Housekeeping & LogisticsHousekeeping & Logistics
• The emergency exits are located
_______________ .
• Restrooms are located _______________ .
• Break areas are located _______________ .
• Refreshment areas are located
_______________ .
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General Ground RulesGeneral Ground Rules
• Return promptly from breaks and lunch.
• Ask questions to gain understanding of program
content and have a successful learning
experience.
• Listen to others as they speak.
• Turn cell phones off (or put on vibrate).
• Be prepared for activities to take place in the
classroom and outside in vehicles.
• Pay attention to your movements in and around
vehicles.

10. CPST Renewal CourseCPST Renewal Course
Completion RequirementsCompletion Requirements
 Attend entire course.
 Participate in class
discussions and
practice activities.
 Pass skills assessment.
 Pass written quiz with
total of 42/50 correct.
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11. Revised National CPSRevised National CPS
Certification Training ProgramCertification Training Program
• More “need to know”
and less “nice to
know”
• Condensed from 4 to
3 days of delivery
time
• Learn, Practice,
Explain model has
more focus on CPS
Technicians as
educators
• Added information on
Lower Anchors and
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12. Revised National CPSRevised National CPS
Certification Training ProgramCertification Training Program (continued)(continued)
• Content streamlined
and easier to locate
• 13 new videos
- CPS Technician role
- Rare installations
- Why children should
travel rear-facing
- Repurposed Parent
Central NHTSA videos
- New CHOP misuse
videos
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13. Organized in 13 ModulesOrganized in 13 Modules
1. Program Introduction
2. The CPS Technician Role
3. Injury Prevention & Crash Dynamics
4. Seat Belt Systems
5. Air Bags
6. Lower Anchors & Tethers for CHildren
7. Introduction to Car Seats & Booster Seats
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14. Organized in 13 ModulesOrganized in 13 Modules (continued)(continued)
8. Children in Rear-Facing Car Seats
9. Children in Forward-Facing Car Seats
10.Children in Booster Seats & Seat Belts
11.CPS in Other Vehicles
12.Installation & Communication
13.Closing & Checkup Event
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15. TG RedesignedTG Redesigned
• Key content points
• Tips for discussions
with caregivers
• Sections for note-
taking
• Practice activities
• Best practice
questions
• Progress checks
• Motivational quotes
from experts
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16. TG RedesignedTG Redesigned (continued)(continued)
• All new photographs
and illustrations
• 4 job aids on rare
installations
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Terminology ChangesTerminology Changes