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Advanced Babysitting Instruction | American Red Cross - National

181 North Bridge Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601

Eligibility
Youth age 16 and older.
Required documents

Hours
Call for class schedule.
Application process
Call for information.
Fees
Call for fees, iff applicable.
Service area
Athens County, Ohio Fairfield County, Ohio Vinton County, Ohio Adams County, Ohio Fayette County, Ohio Highland County, Ohio Hocking County, Ohio Pickaway County, Ohio Ross County, Ohio Clinton County, Ohio
This in-person course, which takes about 6 hours, teaches the same topics as the online babysitter training class, plus it offers hands-on skills practice and additional training in first aid. You can also sign up for Babysitter’s Training with Pediatric First Aid/CPR, which takes about 9 ½ hours and also offers a 2-year certification in Pediatric First Aid/CPR. A digital certificate is available upon successful completion of this course. In class, you learn how to:
  • Respond to emergencies with first aid, rescue breathing and more
  • Make good decisions under pressure
  • Communicate effectively with parents
  • Recognize safety and hygiene issues
  • Manage young children
  • Feed, diaper and care for infants
  • Start your babysitting business.
Last assured
04/21/2025
Providing organization
American Red Cross - National
National volunteer-based humanitarian organization devoted to disaster preparedness and relief.