Babysitting Basics

The goal of this course is to help teenage youth who babysit improve their skills, whether they are already babysitting or just starting out. This course is divided into four modules. Each module will feature video instruction as well as learning activities participants will complete on their own.

The following is a list of the modules and objectives of this course:

Module 1: Expectations and Behaviors

1. Identify basic expectations that are common to those who babysit.
2. Recognize common behaviors seen in children of different ages.

Module 2: Emergency Preparedness

1. Prepare for potential emergencies related to babysitting.

Module 3: Activities and Behavior Management

1. Plan ways to manage behavior while babysitting.
2. Identify ways to engage children in age-appropriate activities.
3. Prepare for unexpected situations.

Module 4: Setting Up Your Babysitting Business

1. Set up a babysitting business.

This course should take about 1 hour to complete.  Upon completion, the learner will be able to access a digital certificate of completion.