Canadian Red Cross Babysitting

Course description

Are you looking to learn basic first aid and caregiving skills? The Canadian Red Cross Babysitting Course is designed for young people aged 11 to 15 who want to build confidence, independence, and practical caregiving skills. Throughout the program, participants learn how to care safely and responsibly for children of all ages while developing the judgment and leadership needed to handle real-life situations.Learners explore childcare skills such as feeding, diapering, dressing, soothing, and safely holding babies and young children. They gain a deeper understanding of child development by examining age‑appropriate behaviour, play ideas, and guidance strategies for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school‑age children. The course also strengthens safety and leadership abilities by teaching participants how to create a safe environment, prevent injuries, follow household rules, manage unexpected visitors, and make confident decisions.In addition, students learn essential first aid skills, including the Check–Call–Care approach, choking response, CPR awareness, wound care, asthma and allergy management, and how to recognize when to call for help. The program concludes with practical guidance on babysitting as a business, helping youth create a simple resume, communicate effectively with parents, set expectations, and demonstrate professionalism.

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