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American Red Cross offers babysitting training Nov. 14 in Iowa
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Press release submitted by Leslie Anthony, director of communications, American Red Cross of the Quad Cities. The American Red Cross of the Quad Cities Area is holding a Babysitting Training for students 11-15 year-olds who want to become responsible babysitters. Babysitters will learn how to keep children safe inside and outside of the home, how to choose age-appropriate toys and games, and how to handle emergencies. Class participants should bring a sack lunch. WHEN: Saturday November 14, 2009, 9:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. at Eldridge Library: 200 North 6th Ave, Eldridge; and Saturday November 14, 2009, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Bettendorf Library: 2950 Learning Campus Drive, Bettendorf HOW: Participants must be at least 10 years old and will receive a Red Cross certificate after completing the course. Cost is $40: Includes Babysitter's Handbook, Emergency Reference Guide, and CD-Rom. For more information or to register for class, please call (309) 743-2166. WHY: The American Red Cross Babysitting course teaches babysitters valuable lifesaving skills and prepares them for the responsibility of babysitting. Participants will learn about safety and safe play, basic care, first aid, leadership, and professionalism. This course is a must for all babysitters and parents who want responsible babysitters! 
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