This popular program geared toward mature 11-16 year-olds is packed full of advice, guides, tips, and information based on real life experiences from kids and experts in the know.

Using HSI/ASHI’s Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) curriculum, this course consists of a mix of lecture, group discussion and hands-on practice which covers: safe job search, resumes, interviewing, professionalism, preparing for a job, decision-making, problem-solving, child development/ages and stages, age-appropriate activities, clear and constructive communication (with adults and children), dealing with difficult situations, basic care (diapering, toileting, feeding, burping, etc.), safety in and outside of the home/in the community, prevention of, how to respond to and how to get help in various emergencies, including basic first aid (infant/child/adult conscious choking and bandaging).

Includes handbook and completion card/certificate. Snacks provided, please bring NUT-FREE lunch and water bottle.

The cost for this 8-hr class is $150.00.

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We were fortunate to receive funding from the City of Portland's Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) to be able to provide a limited number of partial scholarships in an effort to make the cost of the class more accessible to families who might not otherwise be able to attend. Use this link to inquire about a scholarship: Babysitter Training Scholarship Form

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