Intended Audience
Designed for teens and young adults interested in a babysitting business or who help care for younger family members.
HSI Youth Training Program
Child and Babysitting
Safety (CABS)
The HSI Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program gives teenagers and young adults the knowledge and confidence they need for safe, successful babysitting. It teaches how to care for children, interact well with families, and respond when problems arise.
2-Year Certification
About 4 Hours
Youth-Focused Training
Quick Course Facts
What to know before registering for HSI Child and Babysitting Safety.
Certification Period
Certification is valid for 2 years from the month of issue.
Time to Complete
Initial training is about 4 hours. Completion is based on learning objectives, not only seat time.
Completion Requirements
Written evaluation is not required unless organizational policy says otherwise. All required skills must be performed competently.
Choose Your Training Format
Select the class format that best fits your schedule and learning style.
Most Common
Traditional Classroom
Interactive instructor-led training with hands-on learning, discussion, and skill practice.
- Great fit for youth groups and church programs
- Builds confidence through guided instruction
- Strong option for first-time babysitters
Flexible Option
Blended Learning
Complete part of the learning through the blended pathway, then finish with the instructor-led portion.
- Helpful for busy families and youth schedules
- Still includes required performance evaluation
- Good option when coordinating multiple students
Upcoming CABS Classes
Register for an upcoming Child and Babysitting Safety class.
Course Schedule
No upcoming classes are posted yet.
Check back soon or contact us about group training.
Course Details
What This Course Covers
HSI CABS teaches teens and young adults how to babysit safely and successfully. It covers how to interact with families, prepare for babysitting responsibilities, supervise children well, and respond when things go wrong.
Delivery
Traditional Classroom • Blended Learning
Materials
CABS Student Book with Skill Sheets, Instructor Guide, and Slide Presentation with Embedded Video
Ratio
Recommended 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio, maximum 12:1
Portal
Streaming/offline presentation player, evaluations, and class tracking
Why Students Love It
Confidence for Real Babysitting Situations
This course goes beyond just watching children. It helps students think like responsible babysitters, understand family expectations, care for children’s daily needs, and respond confidently when problems arise.
Best For
New babysitters, teens, and young adults caring for siblings or family members
Builds
Confidence, responsibility, communication, and practical safety awareness
Includes
Business basics, child care routines, safety, and emergency response
What You’ll Learn
Major topics covered in HSI Child and Babysitting Safety.
Becoming a Babysitter
- What is a babysitter
- Thinking like a babysitter
- Being ready to babysit
- Babysitting business basics
Working with Families
- Getting to know the family
- Safety on the job
- Safe and supervised care
- Recognizing a problem
Taking Care of Kids
- Caring for kids and their basic needs
- Handwashing and hygiene
- Food preparation
- Diapers and helping kids use the bathroom
- Playtime
- Managing challenging behavior
- Naps and bedtime
When Things Go Wrong
- Taking action
- Getting help
- Before help arrives
- Bringing it all together
Common Questions
Quick answers for students and parents considering HSI Child and Babysitting Safety.
Who is this class designed for?
This class is designed for teens and young adults interested in babysitting
or who help care for younger family members.
How long is certification valid?
Certification is valid for 2 years from the month of issue.
How long does the class take?
Initial training is about 4 hours, though completion is based on learning
objectives rather than only a fixed clock time.
Is a written test required?
Not usually. Written evaluation is not required for certification unless
required by organizational policy, but students must perform required skills competently.