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Babysitter Safety & Leadership Program

Hands-on childcare, safety, and leadership skills for teens ready to babysit with confidence.

Certification

Babysitter Safety & Leadership Program

Hands-on childcare, safety, and leadership skills for teens ready to babysit with confidence.

The Babysitter Safety & Leadership Program prepares young people to care for infants and children safely and responsibly while building real leadership and communication skills. Participants learn childcare fundamentals, how to handle common emergencies, and how to present themselves professionally to families — leaving with the confidence to take on their first babysitting jobs.

Program Details

Duration
4 Hours
Schedule
One session per day
Credential
Certificate of Completion
Validity
2 years
Format
In-Person & Virtual
Price
$174.99 / person

Curriculum

Who It's For

Teens ages 11–16 preparing to babysit Scouts and youth leadership program members Families wanting an older sibling ready to help at home Anyone seeking a first step toward safe, paid childcare work

What You'll Learn

Safe, age-appropriate care for infants and young children

Recognizing and responding to common childhood emergencies

Basic first aid and when to call for help

Leadership, communication, and professionalism with families

Setting rates, interviews, and building trust as a babysitter

What's Included

  • American Red Cross Babysitter Safety & Leadership certificate
  • Hands-on practice with instructors
  • Course workbook and take-home reference guide
  • Tips for finding and keeping babysitting jobs

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