The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) recently announced important updates to the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Recertification process. In response, mParks is taking a proactive role in supporting our members through these changes. We are committed to ensuring that Michigan park and recreation professionals have access to the education, resources, and opportunities needed to meet the new requirements.
As NRPA releases additional details, mParks will continue to keep members informed and equipped every step of the way.
As NRPA releases additional details, mParks will continue to keep members informed and equipped every step of the way.
Recertifying your Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) designation ensures you remain up to date on current best practices in playground safety and risk management.
Beginning July 1, 2026, CPSI-certified professionals will have two pathways to maintain their certification:
Please note: If your CPSI certification expires before July 1, 2026, you must recertify by taking the CPSI exam.
If your certification expires on or after July 1, 2026, you may begin accumulating CEUs now toward renewal. CEUs must be earned during your current certification cycle.
Beginning July 1, 2026, CPSI-certified professionals will have two pathways to maintain their certification:
- Option 1: Retake and pass the CPSI Exam
- Option 2: Earn and submit 2.0 CEUs in playground safety within your 3-year certification cycle, along with a completed CEU Recertification Application
Please note: If your CPSI certification expires before July 1, 2026, you must recertify by taking the CPSI exam.
If your certification expires on or after July 1, 2026, you may begin accumulating CEUs now toward renewal. CEUs must be earned during your current certification cycle.
CEU Requirements
CEUs must be directly related to playground safety and fall under the following two core competency areas. You must earn at least 1.0 CEU from each group:
For full details on accepted CEUs and the updated recertification policy, visit the NRPA CPSI Recertification FAQ.
- Group A: Hazard Identification & Risk Management
- Group B: Surfacing, Playground Environment, Audit, Inspection & Maintenance
For full details on accepted CEUs and the updated recertification policy, visit the NRPA CPSI Recertification FAQ.
How Can mParks Support You
mParks is actively developing a year-round curriculum to help park and recreation professionals meet CEU requirements and grow as leaders in playground safety.
We’re also exploring ways to partner with playground vendors and industry experts to offer:
Stay tuned for upcoming learning opportunities—or contact Director of Education & Training, Shelby Eva.
We’re also exploring ways to partner with playground vendors and industry experts to offer:
- In-person and virtual CEU sessions
- Opportunities to host or sponsor trainings
- Resources aligned with the new CPSI recertification model
Stay tuned for upcoming learning opportunities—or contact Director of Education & Training, Shelby Eva.
