Morris Hospital announces babysitting training course

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers is offering a babysitter’s training course from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 9 in the Morris Hospital Training Classroom at Shabbona School, 725 School St., Morris.

This will be the last opportunity to take the class in 2023.

The Babysitter’s Training Course is designed for youths age 11 and older who are interested in acquiring the information and education needed for a safe babysitting experience including interviewing for a babysitting job, choosing safe and age-appropriate toys and games, performing first aid, practice diapering and feeding techniques and handling bedtime issues.

Participants should bring a doll to class along with an email address so their certificate can be sent to them by the American Red Cross upon completion of the class. Registration costs $40 and includes lunch.

Register online at morrishospital.org/events. For questions, call 815-705-7360.