Online Red Cross Babysitter Training

Created for young babysitters and seasoned child care professionals, Red Cross training gives you the opportunity to sharpen your skills and become a safe, reliable childcare provider! We offer two classes:

Babysitting Basics Course:

This fully online American Red Cross Babysitting Basics course is 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. Course Fee: $50

Advanced Childcare Training Course:

The fully online American Red Cross Advanced Child Care Training course teaches the knowledge and skills necessary to responsibly care for children and infants in and outside of the home. This includes training in leadership, child behavior and discipline, professionalism, safety, basic childcare (bottle feeding, holding, etc.). Learners will be engaged in virtual environments in which world-class animated characters respond specifically to choices made. Throughout, learning is supported through additional activities and informative videos. This course is designed for slightly older adolescents - and even adults who might be caring for kids! Course Fee: $50