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Classes on childcare being offered at Progress West Health Care Center

Taking care of children requires a knowledge of their safety as well.
Taking care of children requires a knowledge of their safety as well.
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St. Louis Children’s Hospital is offering classes at Progress West Health Care Center in St. Charles County. St. Louis Children’s Hospital has come to the neighborhood, offering events and classes that can make your family more prepared, healthier, and happier. 

Babysitting 101 is an introduction to the basics of babysitting. The business side of babysitting is included among the topics discussed. Other topics will help those attending gain a better understanding of child development, safety, first-aid, and fun & games. A 28 page workbook and a light snack will be provided to all who take the class. There is a $24 fee.

Babysitting 101 is being offered at the following dates and times.
Progress West Health Care Center Community Room
2 Progress Point Parkway
O'Fallon, Missouri 63368 USA
Babysitting 101

  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 10, 2010
  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, May 22, 2010
  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, June 19, 2010
  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, August 14, 2010
  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, September 25, 2010
  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, October 23, 2010
  • 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2010

For those who are unable to make the times, dates, or location listed above, the same class will be offered at the following location.

Middendorf-Kredell Library Branch
2750 Highway K
O'Fallon, Missouri 63368 USA

  • noon-4 p.m. Saturday, March 6, 2010
  • noon-4 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2010
  • noon-4 p.m. Saturday, November 20, 2010

The following CPR class is offered to parents, grandparents, and anyone who is responsible for the care of a child. Teens, age 10 to 15 are welcome if accompanied by an adult. This class will involve hands on instruction and practice in infant, child, and adult CPR as well as first aid for choking. There is a fee of $25 for all who attend.

Progress West Health Care Center Cafe
2 Progress Point Parkway
O'Fallon, Missouri 63368 USA

CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) For Family & Friends

  • 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 9, 2010
  • 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Thursday, August 5, 2010
  • 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2010
  • 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Pediatric First-Aid Basics offers the latest up-to-date information in first-aid for those who are responsible for the care of a child. The cost for taking this class is $5
Progress West Health Care Center Cafe
2 Progress Point Parkway
O'Fallon, Missouri 63368 USA

Pediatric First-Aid Basics

  • 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 9, 2010
  • 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 15, 2010
  • 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 3, 2010

To learn more about classes being offered, visit the Progress West Health Care website.
To register for one or more of the classes listed above, call 314.454.KIDS (5437)

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  • Judy S. Lexington Christian Lliving Examiner 1 year ago

    This is good, these classes are very important!

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