Registration Open

Safe Sitter Program

DateBox EventDetailTime EventDetailLocation
Jul
21
Tue
Jul 21, 2026
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
North Addition Conference Rooms AB
Ames, IA

2 Alternative Dates Available

Safe Sitter Program is also offered...

Jun
23
Tue
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
North Addition Conference Rooms AB
Ames, IA
Registration Open
Aug
12
Wed
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
North Addition Conference Rooms AB
Ames, IA
Registration Open

Have you been asking to stay home alone while your parent runs errands? Are your neighbors asking when you can babysit for them? Do you enjoy being with younger children? Do you want to babysit? Are you at least 11 years old? Then maybe it's time for Safe Sitter®.

Registration Details

Bring a sack lunch to class. Beverages and snacks will be provided. 

We use mannequins to practice rescue breathing, so if you have a communicable disease you may not take the class. We will place you on a list for the next available class. 

Participants will receive their certificates during an awards ceremony held the last half hour of class on the final day. Parents are encouraged to attend.

Description

Safe Sitter® teaches young teens (11-14) everything they need to know to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Students learn life-saving skills such as how to rescue someone who’s choking, and helpful information like what to do if there’s severe weather. The lessons are filled with fun activities and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use CPR manikins to practice CPR or choking rescue!

Schedule & Location

Schedule

Date Time Location
1. Tue, July 21 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM North Addition Conference Rooms AB

Location Details

  • North Addition Conference Rooms AB
    1111 Duff Ave
    Ames, IA 50010

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