Name: BLS – Dawson Creek
Start: 2026-10-03T08:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-10-03T12:00:00-07:00
Location: Dawson Creek

The Babysitting course is a comprehensive training program designed specifically for youth aged 11 to 15. It provides participants with essential caregiving skills and basic first aid training, equipping them to handle the responsibilities of caring for children of various ages.

Beyond the basics of child care, the course focuses on leadership and professional conduct, teaching youth how to make safe decisions, manage difficult behaviors, and effectively promote themselves as responsible babysitters to prospective families.

Upcoming Courses

No upcoming events starting after 9:00 AM.

What You'll Learn

Participants will gain a wide range of practical skills and knowledge, including:

Leadership & Professionalism: How to be responsible, demonstrate leadership, and handle the “business” of babysitting.
Child Development: Understanding developmental stages and applying specific strategies for each stage.
Caregiving Skills: Practical techniques for feeding, diapering, dressing, and playing with babies and children.
Safety & Prevention: Recognizing unsafe situations, making safe choices, and promoting safe behaviors to prevent accidents.
Conflict Management: How to make good decisions and manage difficult behaviors effectively.
First Aid: Basic first aid skills, including “Check, Call, Care” for emergencies.

Requirements / Prerequisites

Age Requirement: Participants must be a minimum of 11 years of age OR have completed Grade 5.
Target Audience: This course is intended for youth aged 11–15 years.

FAQs

1. Does this course include First Aid training?
Yes. The course covers basic first aid skills, including the “Check, Call, Care” protocol, to ensure babysitters can respond effectively to emergencies.

2. What materials will I receive?
Participants receive a Babysitter’s Manual to keep as a reference, and upon successful completion, a Completion Certificate.

3. Who teaches the course?
The course is taught by a certified Red Cross Youth Leader.

4. Is there an exam?
While there is no formal written exam mentioned in the fact sheet, participants must demonstrate the necessary skills and maturity to receive their completion certificate.

5. Will this help me find a job?
Yes. The course specifically includes a module on “The business of babysitting,” which teaches youth how to promote themselves to families and handle the professional aspects of the job.

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Up-Beat First Aid & Safety Training Chetwynd

4717 51st St NW,
Chetwynd,
BC V0C 1J0

Up-Beat First Aid & Safety Training Dawson Creek

11000 8th St Unit 44,
Dawson Creek,
BC V1G 4K6

250-795-2776

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