Red Cross Babysitting Basics - Online 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.

Upon registration, a link will be sent to your email address to access the online course content. The online course content does not expire - complete the online program at your own pace. Upon successful completion of the program, a Red Cross certification will be issued to you!