Hey Kids take the Babysitters course over the March Break

Saturday, February 23, 2013   by: Kate AdamsNorth Bay Public Library
News Release

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A great course for youth! For many, babysitting is their first job.

The Babysitters course is fun and hands-on and can help teens become real "pros" or even comfortable staying home alone!

 Basic skills such as diaper changing, feeding a baby and simple meals for kids

 How to cope with common problems, like tantrums and crying & Safety tips for children of all ages

 What to do if anything makes the babysitter uncomfortable

 Some great games and other ideas for having fun with the kids while babysitting

 How to make the children's environment safe and enjoyable

 The respective rights and responsibilities of the babysitter and the hiring family

 How to handle emergencies with an introduction to CPR for infants and children~and learning skills focusing on choking, airway management and rescue breathing

 ...and tons more including getting hired and finding lots of great jobs safely!

 With course content supplied by the Ontario Provincial Police & Ontario Fire Marshal’s Office Course geared to youth aged 10-14 years old, or grades 5-8


Youth receive Course Completion Wallet Card and Babysitter’s Manual ~ Choose one date only! ~ You must pre-register!

“this is not a school or board sponsored activity”

**March Break** North Bay ~ Friday, March 15, 2013 ~ 8:45 until 3:00

North Bay Public Library, 271 Worthington St. E,


**PA DATE** Burks Falls ~ Monday, April 29, 2013 ~ 8:45 until 3:00

Young at Heart Seniors Centre, 39 Copeland St. (above the Public Library),

**PA DATE** North Bay ~ Monday, June 10, 2013 ~ 8:45 until 3:00

North Bay Public Library, 271 Worthington St. E,

To REGISTER~The quickest and easiest way to register is on the website at www.akidsafeworld.ca or send us an e.mail message using hotmail, etc. to: babysittercourse@rogers.com

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