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Babysitting for Teenagers course

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

BABYSITTING TRAINING FOR TEENAGERS
A MECOSS capacity-building-course suitable for ages 13 - 17

Foundered in 1993 by Ian and Mary Grant, the Parenting Place supports family to thrive. They're a leader in babysitting workshops and will prepare your teen to become a capable, trusted and in-demand babysitter.

COURSE CONTENT
1). The Babysitter That Gets Booked – Joy Sluiters
Joy will cover everything you need to know to become a safe, reliable and fun babysitter that every parent will trust and want to book again. There will be plenty of practical advice about how to establish your business, ideas for creating a great first impression, and how to handle safety issues in someone else’s home. The workshop will also cover useful information about children and their developmental needs, ideas for play, and how to communicate well with parents.
2). First Aid For Babysitters- Sarah Thompson
Sarah will deliver a concise first aid course specifically designed for babysitters, covering child safety and accident prevention, life-saving techniques and emergency first aid.

DETAILS
4.15pm – Doors open
4.30pm to 6.00pm – The babysitter that gets booked – Joy Sluiters
6.00pm to 6.30pm – Dinner break (please bring your own dinner)
6.30pm to 8.00pm – First aid for babysitters– Sarah Thompson

Venue: All Saints' Community Centre
Address: 30 Cook Street, Howick
Day: Friday
Date: 12 April 2019
Time: 4:30pm - 8:00pm
Cost: $50
Certificate issued: Yes

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