National Playground Contractors Association, Inc.

06/10/2026

Enhance your credentials as a Certified Recreation Installation Specialist! Register now for an upcoming NPCAI virtual RISC course:

➡️ July 28 – 29, 2026
➡️ September 29 – 30, 2026
➡️ November 17 – 18, 2026

RISC curriculum focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary for you to be a leader in the industry and allows you to network with others. Compare notes, brainstorm ideas, and share concepts with others who understand exactly what you experience on a daily basis.

Learn more and register here: https://playground-contractors.org/risc/

05/21/2026

Sharpen your skills, meet ASTM guidelines, and expand your professional network as a Certified Recreation Installation Specialist!

Register now for NPCAI’s next virtual RISC course on July 28 – 29, 2026 from 12 – 4 p.m. Eastern each day. Every recreation installation company should have a RISC-certified specialist on their team!

NPCAI’s RISC courses combine expert-led instruction with peer-to-peer learning, giving you both the knowledge and connections you need to stand out in the industry. RISC is also compliant to ASTM’s Standard Guide for Certification of Recreation Area Installers (ASTM F3699).

This RISC course is being offered virtually via Zoom. Virtual courses take place over two days (four hours each day) with the exam taken at your convenience.

Click here to learn more and register: https://playground-contractors.org/risc/

04/24/2026

NPCAI's Recreation Installation Specialist Certification (RISC) curriculum focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary for you to be a leader in the industry and allows you to network with others who work within our industry. Compare notes, brainstorm ideas, and share concepts with others who understand exactly what you experience on a daily basis.

Register now for NPCAI’s next virtual RISC course, being held May 13 – 14, 2026 from 12 – 4 p.m. Eastern each day. Click here to learn more and register: https://playground-contractors.org/risc/

04/06/2026

Take your career and business to the next level as a Certified Recreation Installation Specialist! Register now for NPCAI’s next virtual RISC course, being held May 13 – 14, 2026 from 12 – 4 p.m. Eastern each day.

RISC is compliant to ASTM’s Standard Guide for Certification of Recreation Area Installers (ASTM F3699). Every recreation installation company should have a RISC-certified specialist on their team!

This RISC course is being offered virtually via Zoom. Virtual courses take place over two days (four hours each day) with the exam taken at your convenience.

Click here to learn more and register: https://playground-contractors.org/risc/


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03/20/2026

Are you an employer looking for great talent? Or someone looking to make their next career move? Look no further than NPCAI’s Career Center, where we help connect talent with great opportunities!

Visit jobs.playground-contractors.org to get started today.

02/25/2026

Set yourself apart from the competition! Register now for an upcoming NPCAI virtual Recreation Installation Specialist Certification course. Prove your knowledge and expertise in the recreation installation industry!

RISC is compliant to ASTM’s new Standard Guide for Certification of Recreation Area Installers (ASTM F3699). Every recreation installation company should have a RISC-certified specialist on their team!

These RISC courses are being offered virtually via Zoom. Virtual courses take place over two days (four hours each day) with the exam taken at your convenience.

Click here to learn more and register: https://playground-contractors.org/risc/

01/15/2026

Every recreation installation company should have a Certified Recreation Installation Specialist specialist on their team. It could be you!

Register now for NPCAI's next virtual RISC course on March 23 – 24, 2026. RISC is compliant to ASTM’s new Standard Guide for Certification of Recreation Area Installers (ASTM F3699).

This RISC course is being offered virtually via Zoom. Virtual courses take place over two days (four hours each day) with the exam taken at your convenience.

Learn more and register: https://playground-contractors.org/risc/

12/29/2025

Enhance your credentials as a Certified Recreation Installation Specialist! Register now for a NPCAI virtual RISC course in 2026:

➡️ January 12 – 13, 2026
➡️ March 23 – 24, 2026
➡️ May 13 – 14, 2026
➡️ July 28 – 29, 2026
➡️ September 29 – 30, 2026
➡️ November 17 – 18, 2026

RISC curriculum focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary for you to be a leader in the industry and allows you to network with others. Compare notes, brainstorm ideas, and share concepts with others who understand exactly what you experience on a daily basis.

Learn more and register here: https://playground-contractors.org/risc/

12/19/2025

Make your gift-giving playful and meaningful this season with the NPCAI Online Store!

Discover the perfect presents for your favorite playground professionals. From shirts that show NPCAI pride to cheerful mugs that brighten up any morning, you’ll find a variety of other fun and unique items sure to spread holiday cheer.

Shopping at the NPCAI store means supporting a community dedicated to safe, happy play for children everywhere. Visit our online shop today and give the gift of smiles this festive season!

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12/11/2025

Sharpen your skills, meet new ASTM guidelines, and expand your professional network as a Certified Recreation Installation Specialist! Register now for NPCAI’s next virtual RISC course on January 12 – 13, 2026 from 12 – 4 p.m. Eastern each day. Every recreation installation company should have a RISC-certified specialist on their team!

NPCAI’s RISC courses combine expert-led instruction with peer-to-peer learning, giving you both the knowledge and connections you need to stand out in the industry. RISC is also compliant to ASTM’s Standard Guide for Certification of Recreation Area Installers (ASTM F3699).

This RISC course is being offered virtually via Zoom. Virtual courses take place over two days (four hours each day) with the exam taken at your convenience.

Click here to learn more and register: https://playground-contractors.org/risc/

⸺RISC COURSES⸺Become a Certified Recreation Installation SpecialistTake your career and business to the next level! ⸻ GET CERTIFIED RISC COURSESRISC courses are now being offered both in-person and virtually via Zoom. Virtual courses take place over the span of two days (four hours each) with ...