Safe Sitter® Babysitting Workshop
One-Day Certification Course | For Ages 11–16
Pre-registration required

Earn a Babysitting Certification at the Y from a Nationally Recognized Program

Countryside YMCA is proud to be a Silver Level Safe Sitter® provider, offering a nationally recognized one-day course that teaches students ages 11–16 how to safely and confidently care for younger children. Whether they’re babysitting, watching younger siblings, or staying home alone, students will learn essential safety, first aid, and childcare skills in a fun, engaging format.

Led by certified instructors, each workshop includes hands-on activities, role-playing, and interactive games that cover:

• Safety Skills: Handling emergencies like power outages, weather threats, and more
• Child Care Skills: Understanding child development, behavior tips, and diapering
• First Aid & Rescue Skills: Basic first aid, CPR, choking rescue techniques
• Life & Business Skills: How to find jobs, set rates, and communicate with employers

Safe Sitter® graduates leave with the confidence and knowledge to care for others—and many have even used their training to respond in real emergencies.

Workshop Dates & Locations
Landen Location (12:30–6:00 pm):

• Sunday, July 13
• Sunday, September 14
• Sunday, November 16

Lebanon Location:

• Saturday, August 23 | 8:00 am–1:30 pm
• Saturday, October 25 | 8:00 am–1:30 pm CANCELLED
• Saturday, December 6 | 8:00 am–1:30 pm
• Friday, January 2 | 9:00 am–2:30 pm

Registration is required, and space is limited.
Register online or at the Member Services Desk.