American Heart Association · American Red Cross · HSI / ASHI authorized
Questions? Call 405-269-2256 · Serving all of Oklahoma
For teens ages 11-17

More than a babysitting class. A life-saving education.

Great babysitters do more than supervise children, they protect them. Our Babysitter Essentials Program pairs babysitter safety training with hands-on First Aid, CPR, and AED instruction, so young caregivers know how to prevent trouble and how to act when seconds count.

What's included

Ages 11-17
Built for teen caregivers
First Aid, CPR & AED
Hands-on emergency skills
Certificate included
Recognized and trusted
Teen students practicing infant care on training manikins in a Babysitter Essentials class

While many programs teach how to prevent accidents and care for children, we believe every young caregiver should also know how to recognize an emergency and take immediate action until help arrives.

Confidence, preparation, and practical skills can make all the difference when seconds count. Participants learn responsible childcare practices, age-appropriate activities, professionalism, and communication skills, alongside hands-on training in responding to choking, injuries, sudden illness, and cardiac emergencies.

Our goal is simple: to prepare the next generation of caregivers with the knowledge, confidence, and life-saving skills to keep children safe and families protected. Babysitter Essentials isn't just about earning a certificate, it's about becoming someone others can trust.

Close-up of a student practicing infant care skills during hands-on training
What students learn

Real skills for real responsibility.

Every session blends the practical side of caregiving with the emergency skills that set our graduates apart.

Responsible childcare

Safe supervision, feeding, diapering, bedtime routines, and age-appropriate activities that keep kids engaged and secure.

Emergency response

Hands-on First Aid, CPR, and AED skills for choking, injuries, sudden illness, and cardiac emergencies in children and infants.

Professionalism

Communication with parents, setting expectations, handling tough moments, and building the trust that leads to repeat clients.

Good to know

Babysitter Essentials, answered.

A few common questions from parents and students. For anything else, call us at 405-269-2256.

What ages is the program for?
Babysitter Essentials is designed for teens ages 11 to 17. It's a great fit for students getting ready to babysit for the first time, as well as experienced sitters who want to add real First Aid and CPR skills.
What's included in the class?
Students get babysitter safety and childcare training plus hands-on First Aid, CPR, and AED instruction on child and infant manikins. Graduates leave with the skills to prevent accidents and to respond confidently if an emergency happens.
Does my teen earn a certification?
Yes. Students receive recognized certification for the First Aid, CPR, and AED portion, along with a completion record for the babysitter training, something they can proudly show to the families they work for.
Can you teach a group of students?
Definitely. We regularly bring Babysitter Essentials to schools, youth groups, and community organizations anywhere in Oklahoma. Reach out through our contact page and we'll set up a session that fits your group.

Raise a caregiver others can trust.

Give the young person in your life the confidence and skills to keep children safe. Find an upcoming Babysitter Essentials class today.

Find a Class Call 405-269-2256