Adult Babysitting Manual

The 4-H/Army Child and Youth Services Adult Babysitter Training Curriculum "I have what it takes to be a caring, competent, responsible Babysitter" is comprised of a Facilitator Guide, a Set of Participant Handouts and an Information Card designed for qualified 4-H and military Child and Youth program staff to train adults to babysit. The curriculum is divided into 9 chapters. Adults learn about the ages and stages of child growth and development, safety, food and nutrition, how to handle emergencies, implementing appropriate activities with children and the business of babysitting. Successful completion of the course includes 8 hours of First Aid and CPR, 2 hours of Child Abuse Awareness training and a local background check.