CPST Instructor Stipends

Stipends are available for nationally certified Child Passenger Safety instructors (CPST-Is) and instructor candidates who teach CPST certification courses in FDOT priority counties or Safe Travel for All Children (STAC) enrichment courses.

These stipends help offset instructional expenses and support the delivery of high-quality child passenger safety education across Florida. To be considered, instructors must meet all contract requirements, including teaching on your own time and no local fee.

Refer to 2026-27 Subcontract terms for further eligibility criteria.

Offered Stipends

Stipend opportunities for instructors teaching a Certification Course, a Renewal Course, or a STAC Course.

FDOT FY2026-27 Stipend Priority Counties

Counties with fewer than 1 CPS Technician per 2,000 residents aged 0-9 between October 1, 2026-September 30, 2027.

To apply for the instructor stipend:

1. Review and sign the annual Instructor Stipend Contract.
2. Complete the University of Florida supplier registration process.
3. Identify instructor assignments within the course agenda.
4. Submit the Instructor Stipend Application at least 60 days before the start of the course.

All required documents and forms are listed below.

Before the Application

Download and complete the necessary documents to get started with your stipend application process.

Instructor Stipend Contract

Course Agenda

UF Supplier Paperwork

Complete the UF supplier registration before applying for a stipend. Visit the UF Supplier Portal to register and submit documentation.

Supplier Tax Information Form

Human Trafficking Attestation

Electronic Payment Authorization Form