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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.
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.
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.
I had a great experience taking the Babysitting Basics - Online Content class with the American Red Cross. The course was clear, helpful, and easy to follow. I learned important information about safety, responsibility, and how to care for children in different situations. The online format was convenient, and the content was well organized. Overall, it was a very good class, and I would recommend it to anyone interested in babysitting or improving their childcare skills. Najiba
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I learned how to take care of babies and toddlers -- how to hold and feed them and change diapers. I also learned about fire and water safety. I learned how to identify hazards. I learned how to keep young and older kids entertained. The workbook we used was helpful and we got an ebook copy of it afterwards.
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