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    Training Confident and Capable Caregivers

    The updated Babysitter’s Training course is an in-person comprehensive caregiving program that delivers real-life readiness babysitting skills to those ages 11-16. Our engaging, youth-centered training combines hands-on practice, engaging videos, and interactive group activities to ensure participants are well-prepared for emergency situations.
    Babysitting Classes and Child Care Courses
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    Taking a Babysitting Class

    The American Red Cross is the nation’s leader in babysitting classes and child care training – and will prepare you to become one of the most capable, trusted and confident caregivers in your community. In fact, 8 in 10 surveyed parents said they would pay more for a trained babysitter who holds Red Cross babysitting certifications. You can also opt to get certified in First Aid and CPR/AED, and add even more value to your clients.

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    Babysitting & Child Care Courses

    Red Cross babysitting and child care courses can help you provide quality care to children of all ages. Developed by experts in the industry , our online and in-person courses are available to those ages 11 and older, and include topics such as choosing age-appropriate activities, basic child care, like feeding, child behavior, diapering, picking up a child safely, and more.
    Please note: Red Cross child care courses are not intended for those seeking certification for state-licensed child care providers and does not meet all state requirements for such certification.

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    Babysitting Materials

    Once your Red Cross babysitting and child care training is complete, you'll still have access to all of your course materials, including your Babysitter's Training Handbook on the Red Cross Learning Center. You can download them onto your mobile device or computer. You'll never be without the information you need to provide families with quality care.

    Checkout the free Red Cross Child Care mobile app. It provides tools such as quick, bite-sized content, achievement tracking and a record tab to keep important information on each child the babysitter cares for.