Babysitting Course

In-person delivery

Ages 11* to 15
Co-ed

*Attendees must have completed Grade 5

This course, offered in partnership with Durham First Aid, offers basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11 to 15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care to children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. The course also offers youth the skills to promote themselves as babysitters to prospective families. Participants receive a workbook which they will use throughout the duration of the course and keep at the conclusion of the course.

Features:

• Knowledge and hands-on skills practice
• Take home materials: Babysitter's Manual and Completion certificate
• Interactive, in the classroom learning experience
• Professional instructor: Red Cross Youth Leader

*Due to the nature of the course activities, opting in to the Durham First Aid Release and Waiver during registration is mandatory.