Babysitting and
Child Care Training

At Coast2Coast, we proudly offer American Red Cross youth courses to help children, teens, and young adults build confidence, responsibility, and life-saving skills. We believe that learning how to respond in an emergency is essential at any age—and our Babysitting and Child Care training programs are a great place to start.

Students can register for one of our engaging courses, including Babysitting Basics, Babysitter’s Training, or Advanced Child Care Training. These programs go beyond safety—they also teach leadership, decision-making, and how to care for others with compassion and professionalism.

Our Babysitting and Child Care courses are available online and in-person, making it easy for students to participate from the comfort of home or in a supportive classroom environment. Courses are led by certified American Red Cross instructors who bring learning to life through interactive lessons, videos, and real-world scenarios.

Enroll today and give you or your child the skills they need to feel prepared, capable, and empowered!

Babysitting Basics

Get ready to become a confident and responsible babysitter! This self-paced online course is ideal for youth aged 11 and up who want to build real-life skills and feel prepared when caring for younger children.

Through six fun, interactive modules, students will learn how to:

  • Care for infants and children safely

  • Respond to common emergencies

  • Choose age-appropriate games and activities

  • Handle challenging behaviors with confidence

  • Start and manage their own babysitting business

With videos, games, activities, and helpful tools, the course makes learning both engaging and practical. It takes approximately 4 hours to complete and includes a final quiz to test your knowledge. Once finished, students can download and print a certificate to show they’re ready to take on babysitting jobs with confidence.

Perfect for aspiring babysitters who want to learn the basics, stay safe, and have fun while gaining responsibility.

Requirements

Participants must be 11 or older

Babysitter's Training

Designed for youth ages 11–16, this hands-on course teaches the skills and confidence needed to be a trusted babysitter. Through interactive lessons, videos, group discussions, and real-world practice, students gain the knowledge to care for infants and children safely and responsibly.

Topics include:

  • Feeding, diapering, and properly holding young children

  • How to handle emergencies and stay safe on the job

  • Responding to common behaviors and situations

  • Building strong communication and leadership skills

This course also helps participants build confidence in their ability to make good decisions and stay calm under pressure. It’s a great next step after our Babysitting Basics course or for anyone looking to take on babysitting jobs in their community.

Students who complete the training will receive a 10-year Babysitter’s Training certificate, showing they’re ready to care for children with skill and responsibility.

Requirements

Participants must be 11-16 years of age

Advanced Child Care

Take your babysitting skills to the next level with this online Advanced Child Care Training course. Perfect for older teens and young adults, this program is designed for those who want to provide high-quality care for children and infants both in the home and in more professional settings.

Students will learn how to:

  • Build strong leadership and communication skills

  • Understand child behavior and apply effective discipline strategies

  • Provide safe and age-appropriate care, including bottle feeding and proper holding techniques

  • Act professionally and responsibly as a caregiver

Engaging animated scenarios and interactive activities allow learners to make real-time decisions and see how their choices play out—making this a dynamic, immersive learning experience. Supplementary videos and activities further reinforce each topic.

Note: This course is not intended for state-licensed child care certification and does not meet all state requirements for licensed providers.

Whether you’re babysitting regularly or looking to gain more advanced knowledge before working in child-focused environments, this course is a smart next step in your caregiving journey.

Requirements

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Babysitting Basics

Get ready to become a confident and responsible babysitter! This self-paced online course is ideal for youth aged 11 and up who want to build real-life skills and feel prepared when caring for younger children.

Through six fun, interactive modules, students will learn how to:

  • Care for infants and children safely

  • Respond to common emergencies

  • Choose age-appropriate games and activities

  • Handle challenging behaviors with confidence

  • Start and manage their own babysitting business

With videos, games, activities, and helpful tools, the course makes learning both engaging and practical. It takes approximately 4 hours to complete and includes a final quiz to test your knowledge. Once finished, students can download and print a certificate to show they’re ready to take on babysitting jobs with confidence.

Perfect for aspiring babysitters who want to learn the basics, stay safe, and have fun while gaining responsibility.

Requirements

Participants must be 11 or older

Recent Awards and Recognition

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At Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics, we’re committed to providing high-quality training programs that equip individuals of all ages with the knowledge and confidence to respond in emergency situations. Whether you’re a student, parent, professional, or caregiver, our goal is to help you build life-saving skills that can make a difference when it matters most.

We offer a wide range of American Red Cross courses—from foundational safety training for youth to advanced certification for healthcare providers and workplace teams. Our courses are designed to be practical, engaging, and accessible, with both online and in-person options available.

With experienced instructors and up-to-date training equipment, Coast2Coast ensures a supportive learning environment for every participant. Not sure which course is right for you? Reach out to our team—we’re here to help you choose the training that best fits your needs and goals.

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Testimonial

Kasey Melrose
1 day ago
Best instructor ever amazing course
Response from the owner:Thank you, Kasey! ⭐ We are so glad to hear you had such an amazing course and a great experience with our instructor. We hope you feel confident with your new Red Cross certification in Calgary. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Abby Schnell
1 day ago
The course was very helpful!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Abby! 🎉 We are so glad you found the course helpful for obtaining your Red Cross certification in Calgary. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Jordan Smiley
1 day ago
Rana was wonderful and the course was good
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jordan! 🎉 We agree, Rana is wonderful and does a great job making our CPR/AED training in Calgary so engaging. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Ruzgar D
1 day ago
Service was great, instructor was awesome
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ruzgar! 🎉 We are so glad you had a great experience and that our instructor made your CPR/AED training in Calgary so awesome. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Maryama Omar
1 day ago
The instructor Ahmed Elsaid was very helpful, he made the class very engaging and informative.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Maryama! 🎉 We agree that Ahmed Elsaid is great at keeping his classes engaging and informative. We're glad you had such a positive experience during your Standard First Aid training in Etobicoke. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Lylah Malo
1 day ago
The course was amazing! and Rana was such a huge help with everything and made sure we fully understood everything!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Lylah! 🎉 We agree, Rana is fantastic and always makes sure everyone fully understands the material. We are so glad you had an amazing experience earning your Red Cross certification in Calgary. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Osinachi Ozoemena
2 days ago
It was informative and concise. My instructor was also great and boosted confidence of the whole class. I enjoyed it. Thanks for the opportunity
Response from the owner:Thank you, Osinachi! 🎉 We are so glad to hear that the class was informative and that our instructor helped boost everyone's confidence during your CPR/AED training in Hamilton. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Alecsia Garcia
2 days ago
Maria was amazing! She explained everything clearly and kept everyone in the class engaged. She was very kind and one of the best instructors I've had.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the wonderful review, Alecsia! We agree that Maria is fantastic at keeping the class engaged and explaining everything clearly. We are so glad you had such a great experience getting your Red Cross certification with her in Ottawa. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! 🙏 - The Coast2Coast Team
Ravi-Ann
3 days ago
I had a great experience. My instructor was John Devlin, and he obviously knows what he is doing!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ravi-Ann! 🎉 We agree, John Devlin is incredibly knowledgeable and does an amazing job with our Red Cross certification training in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Simona Valliere
3 days ago
Tracey was a great instructor, she was engaging and very informative, I feel prepared to use emergency first aid if the time comes, thank you!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Simona! 🙏 We agree, Tracey is wonderful at keeping classes engaging and informative. We're so glad you feel prepared and had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Hamilton. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Brijesh Trivedi
3 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Brijesh! ⭐ We hope to see you back in North York for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Amye st john
3 days ago
Had a great time learning First Aid with Scott today - which is saying something because there's a lot of information packed in. I felt like I can confidently help in an emergency situation and Scott made it easy to ask questions and fully understand and learn. Thank you!
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Response from the owner:Thank you, Amye! 🎉 We agree, Scott is wonderful at breaking down all that information and making it easy to ask questions. We're glad you feel confident to help in an emergency after your Standard First Aid course in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Samuel Mancarious
3 days ago
Penny Finnigan is incredible and extremely knowledgeable and makes it a very fun experience
Response from the owner:Thank you, Samuel! 🎉 We agree, Penny Finnigan is incredible and her deep knowledge really helps make the Standard First Aid training fun. It is great to hear you had such an engaging experience with us in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Mike Lethbridge
3 days ago
Can't say enough how good of a course this was. The instructor was very engaging, and explained everything well, and took the time to answer all of our questions
Response from the owner:Thank you, Mike! 🎉 We are so glad our instructor kept the session engaging and took the time to answer all of your questions during your Standard First Aid training in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Manuel Silva
3 days ago
Best emergency first aid seminar experienced by me and I've had many. Thanks Johal!
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Response from the owner:Thank you, Manuel! 🙏 We agree, Johal is excellent at keeping our courses engaging and informative. We are so glad this was the best recertification experience you've had, right here in Oakville. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
katie byrne
3 days ago
Joyal was our instructor and he was extremely funny. He was very personable and was willing to answer any questions we had. It was a very engaging course. I would be happy to do it again with Joyal.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Katie! 🎉 We agree, Joyal is wonderful at keeping the class engaging and funny while answering everyone's questions. We are so glad you enjoyed getting your Red Cross certification with us in Oakville. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Jeff J
3 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jeff! ⭐ We hope to see you in North York for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Samuel Giberson
3 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for choosing us, Samuel! ⭐ We hope to see you in Kitchener for your next recertification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
mady groulx
3 days ago
Good
Response from the owner:Thank you, Mady! ⭐ We're glad to hear you had a good experience with your CPR/AED training in Nepean. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Claude Alphonso
3 days ago
Course Review: Exceptional First Aid Training with Maria McGuinness I recently completed a one-day First Aid and CPR course through Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR in Ottawa, and I cannot recommend it highly enough, thanks to our fantastic instructor, Maria McGuinness. Ms. McGuinness delivered the course material with absolute excellence. Covering a large volume of critical, lifesaving information in just a single day can easily feel overwhelming, but her teaching style made the content incredibly digestible and practical. She was exceptionally attentive to the needs of everyone in the room, ensuring that every participant fully understood the hands-on techniques and felt confident in their skills before moving forward. What truly set this course apart was how engaging Maria made the entire session. She kept the energy high, encouraged questions, and used real-world scenarios that kept us focused and motivated from start to finish. If you are looking to get certified in Ottawa, I highly recommend booking a session with Coast2Coast and requesting Maria McGuinness as your instructor. Thank you, Maria, for a top-tier training experience!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Claude! 🎉 We agree that Maria McGuinness is absolutely wonderful at making our Red Cross certification courses in Ottawa so practical and easy to follow. We are so glad her engaging teaching style helped you feel confident in your lifesaving skills. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Krizza Serrano
3 days ago
I’m happy to share that I successfully passed my Standard First Aid and CPR certification! The course was very informative, engaging, and gave me the confidence to respond in emergency situations. The instructors were knowledgeable, patient, and explained everything clearly while providing plenty of hands-on practice. I learned valuable life-saving skills that I can use both at work and in everyday life. I highly recommend this training to anyone who wants to be prepared to help others in an emergency. Thank you for such a great learning experience!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Krizza! 🎉 We are so glad the hands-on practice helped build your confidence to respond in emergencies. Congratulations on earning your Red Cross certification with us in Scarborough! Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Emily Nguyen
4 days ago
Walaa was an amazing instructor, made learning easy and fun!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Emily! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is wonderful at making everything so easy and fun during your Red Cross certification in Mississauga. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Mehri Jamilian
4 days ago
I took the First Aid & CPR course at Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR – Newmarket, and it was an excellent experience. My instructor (named Kia) was absolutely fantastic and knowledgeable. Highly recommend Coast2Coast Newmarket, for anyone needing CPR or First Aid training.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Mehri! 🎉 We agree, Kia is fantastic at sharing his knowledge and making Standard First Aid training in Newmarket such a great experience. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Batool Khatoon
4 days ago
My experience with Instructor Walaa was exceptional. She demonstrated remarkable expertise, effectively facilitating the learning process and creating a comfortable environment for knowledge acquisition.
Response from the owner:Hi Batool! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Walaa as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you soon for your next training. Stay safe!
Hyunsu Lee
4 days ago
Scott was an excellent instructor. He made the CPR course engaging, easy to follow, and informative. The hands-on practice helped build confidence, and he took the time to answer everyone’s questions. Highly recommend!
Priyanka Luthra
4 days ago
Mr Ali Sekhavati is really a good instructor. He explained all the modules and concepts in depth and in a way that was interesting as well as easy to understand.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Priyanka! 🎉 We agree, Ali Sekhavati is wonderful at explaining concepts in depth while keeping the class engaging. We are so glad you had an excellent experience earning your Red Cross certification in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
R2 A
4 days ago
Ali was a fantastic instructor and the course was conducting wonderfully
Response from the owner:Thank you, R2 A! 🎉 We agree that Ali is a fantastic instructor who makes our CPR/AED training in North York so engaging. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Mittal Joshi
4 days ago
WALAA
Response from the owner:Thank you, Mittal! 🎉 We agree that Walaa is wonderful at leading our Standard First Aid courses. We're glad you had a great training experience with us in Mississauga. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Milo Darker
4 days ago
I took the standard first aid and CPR level C with Sharareh Meskoob as my instructor. The class was very informative, helpful and enjoyable.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Milo! 🎉 We agree, Sharareh Meskoob is wonderful at making Standard First Aid both informative and enjoyable. We're so glad you had a great experience with us in Newmarket. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Rachel McChesney
4 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Rachel! ⭐ We're glad you chose us for your CPR/AED training in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Martha
4 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Martha! ⭐ We hope to see you in Hamilton for your next recertification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Toyin Osagie
4 days ago
Walaa was my instructor and she did a great job , the class was interesting and educative Thanks to her
Response from the owner:Thank you, Toyin! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is fantastic at keeping the class interesting and educational. We're glad you enjoyed your Red Cross certification training in Mississauga. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Devatharshini Sivaprakash
4 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great rating, Devatharshini! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you for your next recertification in Mississauga. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Sofia Elena I.
4 days ago
Had an amazing experience with instructor Walaa! She made the learning very easy and ensured everything was comprehensive for everyone
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sofia Elena I.! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is fantastic at making the material easy to understand and comprehensive for everyone. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Mississauga. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Lucy Wang
4 days ago
Great course, instructor Walaa very knowledgeable.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Lucy! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is incredibly knowledgeable and makes our Standard First Aid course in Mississauga so engaging. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
David
4 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, David! ⭐ We hope to see you for your next recertification in Mississauga, and we'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Jesmeen Basra
4 days ago
I had a great experience with Instructor Walaa, she was very clear and was awesome with teaching all of the components of CPR!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jesmeen! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is wonderful at making the CPR/AED training so clear and easy to understand. We are glad you had a great experience with us in Mississauga. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Ryan Chen
5 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, Ryan! ⭐ We hope to see you again for your next Red Cross certification in Newmarket. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Morpho Jewels
5 days ago
Took the first aid certification after a 5 years hiatus. Despite the overwhelming amount of information crammed into 8 hours, Saika managed to present it in a very practical and efficient way. I might not remember every single thing I was presented today, but I am sure I will remember the information that will make a life and death difference. Thank you, Saika!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Morpho Jewels! 🎉 We agree, Saika is wonderful at making sure you walk away with the practical skills that make a real difference. We are so glad you chose us for your Red Cross certification in Calgary. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
natasha deen
5 days ago
Selina was an amazing instructor. I had a great time in her class. I would definitely recommend her to my co-workers.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Natasha! 🎉 We agree, Selina is an amazing instructor who makes our classes so engaging. We are glad you had a great time during your CPR/AED training in Toronto. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Juan Cruz
5 days ago
Saika Rafique was a very good instructor and really helped and understandable with her teaching
Response from the owner:Thank you, Juan! 🎉 We agree, Saika Rafique is fantastic at making the course material easy to understand. It is wonderful to hear you had such a positive experience during your CPR/AED training in Calgary. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Hugo Charlton
5 days ago
Saika was great!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Hugo! 🎉 We agree, Saika is wonderful at making Standard First Aid both engaging and easy to understand. We're glad you had a great experience with us in Calgary. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Marco Silva
5 days ago
Saika Rafique is an incredibly kind and inspiring teacher. She explains things with so much patience and genuine care that learning with her feels easy and encouraging. I truly appreciate the positivity and support she brings to the class
Response from the owner:Thank you, Marco! ❤️ We agree, Saika Rafique is incredibly patient and supportive, making it easy to earn your Red Cross certification. We are so glad you had such a great training experience in Calgary. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Ashima Arora
5 days ago
Excellent first aid and CPR training experience. The instructor was highly knowledgeable, engaging and supportive throughout the course. The training was well organized, interactive and provided valuable practical skills that will be useful in real-life emergency situations. I highly recommend coast2coast first aid
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ashima! 🎉 We are so glad to hear that you found the practical skills useful for real-life emergencies. It is wonderful that our instructor kept the CPR/AED training in North York engaging and interactive for you. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Paolo Araya
5 days ago
Ali is an Amazing instructor. He explains concepts clearly and is always helpful throughout the lesson. He keeps students engaged and creates an enjoyable learning environment while ensuring they fully understand the material and feel confident applying their knowledge outside the classroom.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the review, Paolo! 🎉 We agree that Ali is wonderful at keeping the class engaged and making sure everyone leaves feeling confident. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification with us in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Amna yaqoob
5 days ago
I recently completed the Standard First Aid & CPR Level C training at Coast2Coast Mississauga branch. Had a great experience. I took half of it online, and the other half in-person. Would like to especially mention, Walaa, the instructor was knowledgeable, engaging, and explained the material clearly. Entertained all of our questions with patience and expertise. The hands-on practice helped build my confidence in responding to emergencies. The course was well organized, informative, and provided valuable life-saving skills that everyone should learn. Highly recommended!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Amna! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is fantastic at keeping the class engaging and explaining everything clearly. It is wonderful to hear that our blended learning format in Mississauga helped build your confidence in these life-saving skills. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Maria Theresa Utrera
5 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Maria Theresa, and we hope to see you in North York for your next recertification! ⭐ We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Francisca Morales
5 days ago
It was really good, the instruction was very helpful and understanding. I loved doing this training
Response from the owner:Thank you, Francisca! 🎉 We're so glad to hear that you found the instruction during your CPR/AED training in North York to be helpful and easy to understand. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
D!!
5 days ago
Ali was a very nice teacher.
Response from the owner:Thank you, D!! 🎉 We agree, Ali is a wonderful instructor who makes the material easy to learn. We are so glad you had a positive experience getting your Red Cross certification in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Talha Yuksel
5 days ago
Our course with Joyal was very enjoyable. Learned a lot.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Talha! 🎉 We agree, Joyal is fantastic at keeping the class engaging and making sure you learn a lot. We're glad you had a great experience with your CPR/AED training in Hamilton. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

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Coast2Coast First Aid & Safety offers OSHA-approved First Aid and CPR training courses across the United States! We strive to provide exceptional training experiences, empowering students to leave their courses with confidence in their life-saving abilities.