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Babysitter bootcamp hosted by American Red Cross O.C. Kids can earn income, too. Here's a place to start.  Published: March, 2009

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The American Red Cross of Orange County is holding a Babysitter’s Boot Camp in early April to help young people gain the confidence to make smart decisions and stay safe in any babysitting situation.   The three-day program, which runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on April 7, 8 and 9, uses hands-on activities, exciting videos, role-plays and lively discussions to give 11- to 15-year-olds the ability to safely supervise infants and children.   Babysitter’s Boot Camp combines stellar American Red Cross safety training with information that babysitters need to know to be prepared and professional.   Participants will gain certifications in CPR, First Aid and babysitting and learn how to perform basic childcare skills such as feeding and diapering.  Other topics include how to choose safe, age-appropriate games and toys and how to handle discipline issues.  In addition, the Boot Camp provides fledgling entrepreneurs with tools such as an organizer, a printable activity booklet and a resume template to run their babysitting business.   “As a Red Cross-trained babysitter, you have an awesome opportunity to help your family and neighbors… and pick up some valuable skills, too,” said actress/singer and American Red Cross Celebrity Cabinet Member Raven-Symoné.   Attendees will receive a babysitter’s training handbook, emergency reference guide and CD-ROM as well as a mini First Aid kit, babysitter’s portfolio and an official Red Cross Boot Camp t-shirt.   Cost for the fun, fast-paced and interactive course is $150.  To register, or for more information, please contact Matt Catanzaro at 714.481.5346 or mcatanzaro@oc-redcross.org.

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