• B.E.S.T. Program (Basic Education for Safe Travel) - Formerly C.A.R.S.

    Hybrid education for child care providers and foster parents. This class is designed to meet the MN CPS course requirements for licensure and foster parenting.
  • Due to a lapse in grant funding, there will be a $30 charge per person for B.E.S.T. offered in GF/EGF starting October 1st. Once funding is back in place we will remove our charge.

    This form is for sessions in Grand Forks/East Grand Forks only. Looking for something in a different part of NW Minnesota? Find other upcoming B.E.S.T. programs here: https://form.jotform.com/252183218531149
  • The B.E.S.T. Program will consist of 2 steps: A 60 minute online course followed by a 30-60 minute in-person hands on evaluation with car seats and your vehicle. More information on how to complete the online course will be sent via email within 3 business days. Please select a date and time below for your in-person evaluation in Grand Forks/East Grand Forks. The specific location details will be emailed as well.*

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              Thursday, September 24, 2026 - East Grand Forks MN
              Free$ Free
                
              Thursday, October 8, 2026 - Grand Forks ND


              $30.00$30.00
                
              Tuesday, October 20, 2026 - East Grand Forks MN
              $30.00$30.00
                
              Thursday, November 12, 2026 - Grand Forks ND
              $30.00$30.00
                
              Tuesday, November 24 2026 - East Grand Forks MN
              $30.00$30.00
                
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              $0.00$0.00
            • Large Group Training

              If you'd like to set up a large group (child care center) training at your facility, please call Tina at 701.780.1856 or email cesanders@altru.org for more information.
            • I have already completed Car Seat Basics online. (Don't worry if you haven't done this! We'll get you signed up.) *Must be completed no more than 30 day before in-person session.*
            • Reason for taking course*
            • Do you have car seats in your car?*
            • Format: (000) 000-0000.
            • Should be Empty: