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Tween babysitting training available at Baptist South

For a safe, successful babysitting experience.
For a safe, successful babysitting experience.
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K. Nalven

On Saturday, October 24, Baptist Medical Center South, located off Old St. Augustine Road in Jacksonville, will hold their "Safe Sitter" Class for 11- to 14-year-olds, designed to teach them how to be a safe and successful babysitter.

This is not a light "introduction to babysitting course" to keep kids busy. It's a serious opportunity to see work expectations, prepare for emergencies and give helpful entertainment tips.

From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (lunch included) your pre-teen sons and daughters will learn choking rescue techniques for infants and children, contact procedures for emergency providers including 911, fire safety and poison-control information.

Whether your child is interested in learning how to be a "mothers helper" or is preparing for babysitting duties with a sibling or neighbor, this program focuses on comprehensive information and realistic situations regarding responsible childcare. 

A training manual and certificate of course completion are included at the end of the course.

Registration is required at a cost of $40 and by calling 904-202-2273. Seats are limited and fill up quickly!

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Jacksonville Elementary Years Parenting Examiner

Kimberli Nalven is married, with 2 sons and has been writing professionally for more than 15 years. She loves suspense novels, is a huge "Top Chef"...

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