Babysitting Basics

Designed primarily for youth ages 11 and older, this online course will prepare students to be better babysitters.

Topics include how to provide care for infants and children; how to stay safe; what to do in an emergency; how to choose age-appropriate activities; and how to recognize and handle a variety of behaviors. Students will also learn the basics of starting a babysitting business.

The course consists of six interactive modules featuring video, activities, games, and tools babysitters can use to build their knowledge and skills and manage their babysitting business. This course, which includes a final exam at the end, takes about 4 hours to complete. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a printable certificate.

NOTE: YOU WILL RECEIVE EMAILS FROM RED CROSS SALES FORCE AND YOUR INSTRUCTOR WITH FURTHER GUIDANCE ON HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE ONLINE CLASS. PLEASE ALLOW 1-2 HOURS TO RECEIVE YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL. APON COMPLETION, ALLOW 48 HOURS TO RECEIVE YOUR DIGITAL CERTIFICATE VIA EMAIL. A VALID EMAIL IS REQUIRED FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION WITH HYPERLINKS FOR YOUR ONLINE CLASS AND FOR YOUR DIGITAL CERTIFICATION.