Red Cross Stay Safe! and Babysitting Training Programs for DCDSB Students

This spring, Archbishop Anthony Meagher Catholic Continuing Education Centre is pleased to offer two valuable Canadian Red Cross youth safety programs designed to build confidence, responsibility, and essential life skills for children and youth.

Whether your child is learning how to stay safe when home alone or preparing to become a responsible babysitter, these programs provide practical, age appropriate training that supports independence and well being.

Babysitting Training Course (Ages 12–14)

Is your child ready to take on the responsibility of caring for younger children? The Babysitting Training Course helps youth develop the skills they need to become confident, capable, and reliable babysitters.

In this course, participants will learn:

• Basic first aid and how to respond to emergencies
• How to recognize and prevent unsafe situations
• How to make safe choices and promote positive behaviours
• Practical caregiving skills, including feeding, diapering, dressing, and playing with children and babies

Eligibility:
Must be at least 12 years old or have completed Grade 6.
Cost: $50
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026

Stay Safe! Course (Ages 9–11)

The Stay Safe! course empowers younger children with the knowledge and skills they need to keep themselves safe when they are away from parents or guardians—at home, at school, or in their community.

Participants will learn how to:

• Recognize safe and unsafe situations
• Respond appropriately to challenges and emergencies
• Build confidence and make responsible decisions when on their own

Eligibility:
Must be at least 9 years old or have completed Grade 3.
Cost: $45
Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026 or Saturday, June 20, 2026

Register today at www.con-ed.ca/redcross