Babysitting Class - BLAST! Program

Thank you for your interest in our Babysitting Class. The **BLAST!** class is an interactive program designed to be exciting and fun while providing future babysitters with all the tools necessary to be effective and dynamic babysitters. This class is designed for individuals aged 13 and older, though even individuals as young as 11 can benefit from the course.

Course Description

This program prepares future babysitters on how to interview for a babysitting job, select safe and suitable games and activities, prevent accidents, perform first aid, and begin babysitting safely and competently.

Topics Covered

  • Getting Started
    • Are You Ready to Care for Children?
    • Sitter Qualities
    • Be Prepared to Answer Questions
    • Be a Good Guest!
    • As They Grow: Ages and Stages
  • Safety First
    • Before Saying “Yes” to a Job
    • Important Points to Remember
    • When a Stranger Calls
    • House Rules and Routines
    • Fire Safety
  • Sitter Basics
    • Diapering, Bottle Feeding, Burping
    • Spoon-Feeding Baby/Toddler
    • Crying and Preparing for Bed
    • Behavioral Problems and Discipline
  • First Aid: What to Do for an Injured or Sick Child
    • What is an Emergency?
    • Calling 911
    • CPR for Children and Infants
    • Choking for Children and Infants
    • Bleeding, Shock, Burns, Bone Injuries
    • Poisoning, Seizures, Eye Injuries
  • Kid Fun
    • Games and Songs
    • Sitter’s Busy Bag

Course Length

5 hours

Certification

Emergency Training Academy Certificate of Course Completion

Cost

$150

Current Schedule

Location: ETA, 59 N. Bailey Road, Thorndale, PA 19372

Date: TBA (To Be Announced)

This class can be run for as few as 6 people, so gather 5 friends and call us to schedule a class!

Contact Us

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