American Academy of Pediatrics’ Babysitter Lessons and Safety Training (BLAST!) course (Ages 13-Adult)

Covers feeding, diapering, safety in the home, prevention of SIDS, prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, basic first aid skills, coping with a crying baby, pediatric CPR & starting a babysitting business. Taught by nationally certified instructors who also have experience as emergency responders in both professional and community environments. It is most popular among teens but recently we have also had many expecting parents and grandparents take the course so they are well prepared to handle their little ones with proper love and care. For ages 13 to Adult. Must register; no walk-ins. See link for more info.