Safe Sitter - Babysitting Program

Safe Sitter participants will learn:

• What to do when a child chokes

• Safety for the sitter

• What to do in an emergency

• How to set up a babysitting business

• How to screen job requests

• How to manage problem behavior

• How to prevent injuries

• How to manage injuries

• Infant and child CPR

• Infant and child choking rescue

• How to entertain children of different ages

All information is medically accurate and is taught by trained Safe Sitter instructors. During the course, students get hands-on practice in basic lifesaving techniques so they are prepared to act in a crisis. Also, each student receives a manual filled with great information and resources for the course and on the job, a Safe Sitter backpack, important numbers Post-It pads, a Band-Aid dispenser and flashlight. Breakfast and lunch are provided.

Safe Sitter Class

Safe Sitter is a two-day course that prepares 11-13 year old girls and boys to become safe and effective babysitters. The two-day course is from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm on both days.

Cost is $60.00 per student for two-day course.

Teen Safe Sitter Class

The Teen Safe Sitter class designed for older teens ages 14, 15 & 16.

Cost is $45.00 per student for one-day teen course.

Pre-registration is required and course fees must be paid before the start of the class in order to be listed on the class roster.

Click here to register online or call (337) 988-1816. After registering by phone, please print and mail the completed registration form with your registration fees to Woman's Foundation, Inc, 4630 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Ste. 100, Lafayette, LA 70508.