Become a Certified Child Passenger
Safety Technician (CPST)
Protecting Children Starts With
You
Are you passionate about keeping
children safe on the road?
Whether youโre a community
member, healthcare provider, or
LA County employee, earning your
Child Passenger Safety
(CPS) Technician
Certification
is a meaningful way to make a
difference.
What Is a Child Passenger Safety
Technician (CPST)?
CPSTs are trained professional
certified to educate parents and
caregivers on the proper
installation and use a car
seats, booster seats, and seat
belts. Technicians work in a
variety of settings โ hospitals,
fire departments, schools,
non-profits, and public agencies
โ to ensure children are
protected every time theyโre on
the road.
How do I get certified?
๐ Step 1:
Meet Eligibility
Requirements
Be at least
18 years of
age.
Be committed to
attending the entire
4-day
course.
๐ Step 2:
Register for a CPS
Certification Course