Babysitting (Ages 11-15)

This course is for ages 11-15 and teaches basic first aid and caregiving skills to youth.

Participants will learn how to:

• provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups, and
• prevent and respond to emergencies.

The babysitting course also provides training and tips for youth to promote themselves as a babysitters in their communities.

This course is great for youth with younger siblings or for those who would like to start babysitting in their neighbourhoods.

Duration: 8 hours

Course is available on request only. Minimum of 6 participants required to run the course.

Dates marked with REGISTER YOUR INTEREST will only run if there is enough interest. If you are interested in any of these dates, please sign up below. No payment will be taken at this time. If we receive enough interest, we will contact you for payment and confirmation.

Cost: Includes all materials and digital certification card

Location: 203-1420 Alpha Lake Rd, Whistler, BC V0N 1B1

Prerequisite: 11-15 years of age

Completion: 100% attendance, skills demonstration, and 75% min. passing grade on written exam

Course Content:

• Business of babysitting
• Caring for babies, toddlers and preschoolers
• Caring for school-aged children
• Creating safe environments
• How to handle emergencies and first aid

What to bring:

• Lunch and snacks
• Water bottle
• No photo ID is required for this course

Take-Home Materials:

• Babysitter’s manual
• Wallet card

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