American Red Cross Babysitting Training and Advanced Child Care courses can help you gain the skills you need to confidently care for children. Created for both young babysitters and seasoned child care professionals, our best-in-class training gives you the opportunity to sharpen your skills and become a safe, reliable babysitter. To supplement your child care training, you can also choose to earn your First Aid and CPR/AED certifications (good for two years), which can help you learn how to provide care during an emergency. Online and in-person courses are available for participants of all ages.