Babysitter Courses
Vari SAFE Babysitters Training Course
Ready, set, babysit! Safe. Smart. Confident.
Ages: 10-13 (must be 10+ to attend)
The Vari SAFE Babysitters Training Course gives youth ages 10–13 the practical skills parents want and the confidence kids need. Through games, demonstrations, group discussion, and hands-on practice, participants learn how to care for children, stay safe at home, respond to emergencies, and step into responsibility with confidence!
Program Overview
- Peace of mind for parents: Your child learns practical safety habits, responsible decision-making, and what to do when unexpected situations happen.
- Confidence for kids: Participants practise real babysitting skills so they feel ready, capable, and proud of what they can do.
- First aid basics: Youth learn choking response, airway management, rescue breathing, injury prevention, and when to call 911/EMS.
- Childcare know-how: The course covers supervision, infant care, feeding, changing, child development, and age-appropriate needs.
- Fun built in: Kids discover games, creative activities, and simple ways to keep children busy, happy, and engaged.
- Ready for the first job: Participants explore safe job-search habits, simple resume tips, and confidence-building interview skills.
Details & Completion Requirements
- Ages: Youth ages 10–13; participants must be 10+ to attend.
- Participants receive: A certificate and Babysitters Training Manual with First Aid.
- Completion requirements: Attend the full session and earn a minimum mark of 70% through the quiz, participation, and attentiveness.