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Babysitting Course

Recreation

Published Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Type Program

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The 1-day Red Cross Babysitter Course is an interactive, easy and fun program that will help prepare youth for their first job as a babysitter.

You’ll learn:

  • Basic skills to care for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children
  • How to care for yourself and siblings when home alone
  • How to create a safe environment, and deal with phone calls and unexpected visitors
  • How to react confidently in case of an emergency, such as choking, bleeding, poisoning, or burns
  • How to cope with common problems, such as tantrums and crying
  • Games and activities to keep kids of all ages entertained
  • How to manage a babysitting business, including creating a resume and a business card, and asking the right questions before accepting a babysitting job.

Upcoming Red Cross Babysitting Courses and Stay Safe Courses:

View all of our upcoming courses in our latest City Guide or call Guest Services at (780)-980-7120 to register or for more information. Register online by clicking the link below!
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