Babysitter Training Course

WHEN:  Saturday, October 18, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. (Registration deadline October 5)

WHERE:  The “Studio on 3rd”, 325 3 Avenue West (Navy League Building)

COST:  $65 per child or 2 siblings for $120

Pre-register by phoning/texting 403-823-0156.

A minimum of 4 children are required to run this course.

The Babysitter Training Course is one of Canada Safety Council’s longest running programs. The course is an ideal community project, which can help prevent injuries and promote the responsible management of common situations that may arise while children are under the care of babysitters.  The Babysitter Training Course is offered by School Boards, Child Care Centres, City Recreation Departments, Native Bands, Community Safety Councils, Canadian Forces Bases, Student Employment Centres and Community Lighthouse Programs.  The course material covers such topics as:  Becoming a successful babysitter; Caring for children from three months to school-aged; The behaviour and misbehaviour of children; Handling Emergencies; Caring for a sick or injured child; Prevention and basic First Aid.

Students of this course must be at least 12 years old or turning 12 within the calendar year.  The program enables the students to demonstrate their capabilities and maturity by completing the course under the responsible direction of the instructor.  The Canada Safety Council recommends that the Babysitter Training Course be supplemented with First Aid and CPR training.

Students must establish a passing grade of 75 per cent on the final examination in order to receive their certificate.