National program for playground safety announces classes

The National Program for Playground Safety (NPPS), headquartered at the University of Northern Iowa, offers several on-line courses for early childhood professionals.

The courses include an interactive Early Childhood Outdoor Play Inspectors Program, Playground Supervision for Child Care Providers, and Playground Maintenance. Course fees range from $15 to $495. More information on the courses, playground safety and access to outdoor ADA guidelines are at www.playgroundsafety.org.