Niagara Wheatfield Central School District

Designed primarily for youth ages 10-15 years.  This five-hour course will prepare students for the "business of babysitting".   Topics include how to provide care for infants and children; how to stay safe; fire/water safety; diaper changing, bottle feeding; what to do in an emergency; how to choose age-appropriate activities; and how to recognize and handle a variety of behaviors.  Students will 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.  Students who successfully complete the course will receive a printable American Red Cross certificate.  *Please bring a bagged lunch and/or snacks and a filled water bottle.  *If your child is sensitive to the sight or discussion of blood, please inform the instructor.