Register now for the Safe Sitter course that is April 5, from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., at Phillips Recreation Center.
This nationally certified course is taught is a friendly, interactive environment and is for people in grades 6 - 8. The class shows participants safe and nurturing childcare techniques, behavior management skills, and appropriate responses to medical emergencies. Class materials are included in the fee.
It costs $25 to attend this class. The park district is offering financial assistance for those who need it. Email Katie Bickers at kmbickers@urbanaparks.org for more information. Call (217) 367-1544 to sign up or follow the link below. Learn to be a Safe Sitter at Urbana Park District!
Safe Sitter Life Skills and Childcare Training Course
For ages 11-14 (6-8 grade) Course content includes: Safety Skills; indoor, outdoor, online, and personal safety. Child Care Skills; child development, childcare routines, behavior management. First Aid and Rescue Skills; injury prevention, injury management and choking rescue. Life and Business Skills; screening jobs, setting fees, and greeting employers. Please bring your own lunch.