This eight-hour American Red Cross class helps adolescents ages 11 to 15 build self-esteem and develop leadership, decision-making and communication skills, as well as give them a meaningful way to earn money. This training course is fun and fast-paced, with hands-on activities, role-playing and lively discussions. Topics covered include supervising children and infants; performing such basic child-care skills as diapering, feeding and dressing; choosing safe, age-appropriate games and toys; identifying safety hazards and preventing injuries, such as burns, cuts and bee stings. Lessons on infant/child cardiopulmonary resuscitation and relief of choking techniques are included.
Please be sure to pack a lunch for this program.
