Babysitting & Youth Programs
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Babysitting Course
This course is designed for youth 11 years and up who want to become a babysitter or may already be one. The Babysitting Course covers the responsibilities of a babysitter, safety tips for children of all ages, basic child care skills and what to do in case of an emergency.
- Babysitting Course Fact Sheet (PDF, 436KB)
- Babysitting Facilitator Fact Sheet (PDF, 264KB)
Babysitter Resources
- Packing Your Babysitting Kit (PDF, 628KB)
Be ready for action, fun and safety when you head to your babysitting jobs. With the right kit you can entertain and protect the children you look after, while having fun at your job. The Canadian Red Cross recommends you pack the following items in your babysitting backpack. - Babysitter's Checklist (PDF, 190KB)
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PeopleSavers
This 4-level program teaches safety awareness and first aid skills to elementary school children, aged 5-12 years. Children learn to check for safety at home and in their community, how to call for help and how to care for an injured person.






