A Hands-On Babysitting Class for Ages 11 and Up at One Health and Beyond, Stoughton, MA
The first babysitting job is a big step. A young sitter has to keep a child safe, handle a crying baby, spot a problem early and know exactly what to do if something goes wrong. Most teens have never been taught any of it.
Our Babysitting and Child Safety course in Stoughton, MA gives students ages 11 and up the skills to care for infants and children with confidence. The class is hands-on and interactive, so your teen practices real caregiving and safety skills instead of just listening.
Students also learn the business side of babysitting: how to talk to parents, what to ask before accepting a job, what to charge for, and how to stay professional and safe on the job.
Every student who completes the class and the skills check receives a certificate valid for two years, plus a student handbook to take home.
The course combines childcare basics, safety and simple first aid, taught at a level that works for a young sitter with no experience.
A good sitter is trusted by parents, not just liked by kids. This part of the class helps your teen act like a professional from the very first job.
These are the same habits that help older students later when they apply for childcare, camp or after-school jobs.
Contact us for the current class dates, class length and what to bring.
The course fits any young person who is starting to care for children, at home or for other families.
Teens who want to start babysitting and need the skills and confidence to do it safely.
Students who watch younger brothers and sisters after school or during school breaks.
Teens who already babysit but have never learned safety, choking relief or first aid.
Younger students who help a parent care for children while an adult is still in the home.
Teens who plan to work at a camp, a daycare or an after-school program later on.
Families who would rather their teen learn these skills in a classroom than during a real emergency.
This class covers child safety and basic first aid, including choking relief. It is not a full CPR certification course. If your teen needs a CPR card for a camp job, a lifeguard role or a childcare position, add our CPR and First Aid certification class. Many families take both.
We are a healthcare training center in Stoughton, MA. Our regular students are home health aides, direct care staff and childcare workers, so teaching safety and caregiving skills is what we do every week.
Classes are taught by instructors from the team at One Health and Beyond, founded by Jocelyne Destine, FNP-C, PMHP-C, DNP, a nurse practitioner and educator with more than ten years of clinical and teaching experience. Learn more about our founder.
Class sizes are kept small so every student gets hands-on time and a chance to ask questions. Parents are welcome to ask about the curriculum before registering.
We also run group classes for scout troops, youth groups, schools and community organizations, at our training center or at your location.
Spots are limited in each class, so early registration is recommended.
Students travel to our Stoughton classroom from these nearby communities
See our Stoughton, MA location page for directions and parking.
The class is designed for students ages 11 and up. Most students are between 11 and 15. Older teens who already babysit are welcome and often get the most out of the safety and first aid sections.
No. There are no prerequisites. The course starts from the basics and builds up, so a student who has never cared for a child can take it.
No. The class covers basic first aid and choking relief for children and infants, but it is not a full CPR certification course. For a CPR card, see our CPR and First Aid certification class.
The babysitting and child safety certificate is valid for two years.
Class dates and length vary through the year, and we run extra sessions during school vacation weeks. Contact us for the current schedule.
Parents are welcome to drop off and pick up. We ask parents to arrive a few minutes early at pickup so we can share what the class covered that day.
Comfortable clothing, since students kneel and practice on the floor, along with a water bottle and a snack. Everything else, including the handbook, is provided.
Yes. We run group classes for scout troops, youth groups, schools and community organizations. Contact us to plan a date.
Contact us or call 617-447-9343 and we will hold a spot in the next available class.
One Health and Beyond
294 Pleasant Street, Suite 202C
Stoughton, MA 02072
Phone: 617-447-9343
Ready to sign your teen up? Contact us for the next class date and we will save a spot.
