The course begins on the next slide!

Read Chapter 1.

Your textbook has the most detailed information for each topic.

At the end of this lesson, participants will be able to:

• Describe the mission and values of the Canadian Red Cross
• Identify some of the Red Cross Symbols in use around the world
• Describe how the Canadian Red Cross helps people in Canada and around the world
• Describe the Fundamental Principles of the Canadian Red Cross

Read Chapter 2.

Your textbook has the most detailed information for each topic.

At the end of this lesson, participants will be able to:

• Identify items that should be included in a babysitting kit
• Describe how different leadership styles apply to different situations
• Describe the leadership skills defined in the Babysitter’s Manual, and identify how they can be applied in babysitting situations
• Demonstrate how the FIND Decision-Making Model can be used to solve problems
• Describe signs of child abuse and neglect, and identify what a babysitter must do if he or she suspects child abuse or neglect

Read Chapter 3.

Your textbook has the most detailed information for each topic.

At the end of this lesson, participants will be able to:

• Identify typical characteristics of babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children
• Identify toys and activities that are suitable for each developmental stage
• Identify simple strategies for caring for children with diverse needs

Read Chapter 4.

Your textbook has the most detailed information for each topic.

At the end of this lesson, participants will be able to:

• Identify common safety risks in the home and community
• Describe strategies for keeping themselves and others safe
• Describe what to do in the event of a fire
• Describe what to do if the children they are babysitting are involved in bullying

Read Chapter 5.

Your textbook has the most detailed information for each topic.

At the end of this lesson, participants will be able to:

• Identify strategies for lowering the risk of infection, and demonstrate proper handwashing and glove removal techniques
• Describe safe techniques for diapering/toileting, dressing, feeding, and comforting children at different developmental stages
• Demonstrate the cradle hold, shoulder hold, and hip carry
• Describe strategies for helping children sleep
• Describe strategies for playing with children at different developmental stages
• Define safe and unsafe touching
• Describe strategies for responding to misbehaviour from children at different developmental stages

Read Chapter 6.

Your textbook has the most detailed information for each topic.

At the end of this lesson, participants will be able to:

• Describe and demonstrate the steps in the check, call, care process, including when to call EMS/9-1-1
• Demonstrate the skills identified as “critical” without coaching
• Describe how to recognize and care for the conditions listed. The following are critical skills that each participant must be able to understand and demonstrate:
  • Check, Call, Care 
  • Recovery Position 
  • Guidelines for Medication 
  • Complete Choking (alone)
  • Complete Choking (baby) 
  • Complete Choking (child/adult) 
  • Anaphylaxis and Use of EpiPen Auto Injector
  • Life-Threatening External Bleeding

Read Chapter 7.

Your textbook has the most detailed information for each topic.

At the end of this lesson, participants will be able to:

• Describe safe methods of finding work as a babysitter
• Describe how to create a resumé
• Identify the purpose of a phone and in-person interview
• Describe strategies to protect their own safety while babysitting
• Identify expectations of families who hire them, the children they babysit, and their own families

Almost There!

1. Click the link on the next page and tell the Red Cross what you thought about this online course.
2. Complete the final exam in the next pages.
3. Attend your live live video session with a Paramedic.

Online Video Session Links

What to Expect

• Holding (Cradle Hold, Shoulder Hold, Hip Carry)
• Diapering
• Bottle Feeding
• Burping
• Handwashing (imagining supplies and demonstrating for 1 minute)

• Glove removal - coachable (if you have supplies at home).

• Check, Call, Care 
• Recovery Position 
• Guidelines for Medication 
• Complete Choking (alone)
• Complete Choking (baby) 
• Complete Choking (child/adult) 
• Anaphylaxis and Use of EpiPen Auto Injector
• Life-Threatening External Bleeding

Equipment and Supplies You Will Need

1. Baby doll, teddy bear, or mannequin.
2. One set of clothes to dress the doll.
3. One diaper, or dishcloth to make a cloth diaper.
4. One piece of baby wipe, tissue paper, or paper towel.
5. One small square blanket for swaddling practice (extra skill - not critical)
6. One baby bottle, or water bottle to mimic feeding
7. The ability to place your web camera in a position to show your full body for:
   • Choking skills
   • CPR
8. One marker or pen.

See you soon!